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Smithsonite
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Smithsonite Information

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Astrology

Origin

USA, Southern and central Africa

Color

Brown, Green, White, gray, Blue, Yellow

Streak

White

For which Rashi?

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Planet

-

Element of Planets

-

Energy

-

How to Wear?

Finger

-

Ring Metal

-

Deities

-

Not to wear with

-

Powers

-

Birthstone

Planetary

-

Talisman

-

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle

Solubility

-

Durability

-

Specific Gravity

4.00-4.65
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, Sub-Conchoidal

Cleavage

Perfect on [1011]

Mohs Hardness

5-5.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

ZnCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Optical Properties

Luster

Vitreous, Pearly

Pleochroism

-

Dispersion

0.01
Rank: 58 (Overall)
0.005 1
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Transparency

Translucent

Refractive Index

1.620-1.850
1 3.25
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Optic Character

-

Crystal System

Trigonal

Birefringence

0.223-0.227
0 0.296
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Clarity

Translucent

Benefits

Physical

Neurological

-

Cardiovascular

-

Respiratory

Good

Reproductive

-

Digestive

-

Psychology

Emotional Healing

Healing

Emotional healing

Qualities Associated

Harmony

Smithsonite Details

The healing properties and qualities associated with the gemstones may vary with respect to different zodiac signs. In Asian countries, the art of using crystals for therapeutic uses has been documented centuries ago. In this art of crystal healing, Smithsonite Benefits have been well identified and tested. Some prominent healing properties of this gemstone are Emotional healing. However, it should be ensured that before wearing this gemstone, Smithsonite information and the science related to it should be well-understood.

The belief that Smithsonite is useful in healing one's physical and mental ailments, is recognized since centuries. Gemologists believe that prominent gem criteria are its radiated energies, the streak and the Talismanic properties. All these factors are highly governed by Physical Properties of Smithsonite such as cleavage, fracture and specific gravity. Some prominent Smithsonite details and interesting facts are provided here.

  • Origin: Primarily obtained in USA and Southern and central Africa.
  • Color: Common colors observed are Brown, Green, White, gray, Blue, Yellow.
  • Chemical Formula: ZnCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references.