Origin
Burma, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Madagascar, Tanzania, Kenya
China, South Africa
Color
Red, pink
Yellow, Brown
Streak
White
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For which Rashi?
Leo, Scorpio, Cancer, Sagittarius
Leo, Capricorn
Planet
Mars
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Element of Planets
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Earth
Energy
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How to Wear?
Finger
Ring Finger
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Ring Metal
Gold, Copper
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Deities
Buddha, Krishna
Bast
Not to wear with
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gomed
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Powers
Joy
Protection
Birthstone
Planetary
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Talisman
Pisces
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Tenacity
Brittle
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Solubility
-
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Durability
-
-
Specific Gravity
3.97-4.052.58-2.64
1
7.18
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Fracture
Conchoidal
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Cleavage
No true cleavage
Indiscernible
Mohs Hardness
96.5-7
2
10
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Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
SiO2
Luster
Vitreous, Adamantine
Silky
Pleochroism
Strong: purplish-red
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Dispersion
0.020.01
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent, Translucent, Transparent to opaque
Opaque
Refractive Index
1.762-1.7781.534-1.540
1
3.25
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Optic Character
-
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Crystal System
Trigonal
Trigonal
Birefringence
0.008-9999
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
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Physical
Neurological
Stimulates mental concentration and focus
Aids in mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
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Respiratory
Good
Good
Reproductive
Supports reproductive health
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Digestive
Supports digestive health
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Psychology
Passion
Courage
Healing
Emotional healing
Physical healing
Qualities Associated
Energy
Protection