Origin
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Southern and central Africa
Color
Black, Blue, Yellow, Green
White, Violet, Blue, Yellow, Brown, Brownish, Colorless, Greenish
Streak
Grey, Greenish, Brown
White
For which Rashi?
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Planet
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Element of Planets
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Energy
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How to Wear?
Finger
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Ring Metal
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Deities
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Not to wear with
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Powers
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Birthstone
Planetary
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Talisman
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Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
Solubility
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Durability
-
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Specific Gravity
3.28-3.442.50
1
7.18
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Fracture
Uneven, Splintery
Uneven, Conchoidal
Cleavage
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
Distinct on {100} and {110}
Mohs Hardness
5.0-6.05.5-6
2
10
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Chemical Composition
Na2Fe2+3Fe3+2Si8O22(OH)2
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Luster
Vitreous, Silky
Vitreous, Pearly, Resinous
Pleochroism
X = blue
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Dispersion
0.020.02
0.005
1
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Transparency
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Transparent, Translucent
Refractive Index
1.680-1.6981.540-1.550
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
monoclinic
tetragonal
Birefringence
0.005-0.0080.004-0.008
0
0.296
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Clarity
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Transparent
Physical
Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus
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Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
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Respiratory
Good
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Reproductive
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Digestive
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Psychology
Empowerment
Optimism
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Clear Thinking
Spiritual Growth