Origin
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Pakistan, Italy, Russia, China, Brazil, Switzerland, Madagascar, Austria, Canada
Color
Blue, Green
Reddish, Brown, Yellow, Green, Red, gray
Streak
Blue
Reddish, 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
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.80-4.153.48-3.60
1
7.18
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Fracture
Uneven
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal
Cleavage
perfect along [010] and [100]
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
Mohs Hardness
3.5-45-5.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
CaTiSiO5
Luster
Silky
Subadamantine, Resinous
Pleochroism
X = very pale blue; Y = pale blue; Z = deep blue
Strong: X = nearly colorless; Y = yellow to green; Z = red to yellow-orange
Dispersion
0.020.05
0.005
1
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Transparency
Translucent
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Refractive Index
1.752-1.8151.885-1.990
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
Orthorhombic
monoclinic
Birefringence
0.0630.105-0.135
0
0.296
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Clarity
Translucent
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Physical
Neurological
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Enhances mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
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Supports heart health
Respiratory
Good
Excellent
Reproductive
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Supports reproductive health
Digestive
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Supports digestive health
Psychology
Communication
Self-Esteem
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Communication
Manifestation