Origin
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Italy
Color
Black, Blue, Yellow, Green
Red, Reddish, Brown, Black, Yellow
Streak
Grey, Greenish, Brown
Red
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
3.28-3.44-9999
1
7.18
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Fracture
Uneven, Splintery
Uneven, Splintery
Cleavage
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
[001] good, [100] distinct
Mohs Hardness
5.0-6.06-6.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
Na2Fe2+3Fe3+2Si8O22(OH)2
Ca2Al3(SiO4)(Si2O7)O(OH)
Luster
Vitreous, Silky
Vitreous
Pleochroism
X = blue
visible
Dispersion
0.020.02
0.005
1
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Transparency
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-
Refractive Index
1.680-1.6981.725-1.756
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
monoclinic
monoclinic
Birefringence
0.005-0.0080.025-0.076
0
0.296
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Clarity
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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
Spiritual growth
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Clear Thinking
Balance