Origin
Afghanistan, China, Madagascar, Southern and central Africa, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, USA
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Color
Red, Reddish, orange, Brown
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Specific Gravity
4.12-4.18
2.34-2.51
Cleavage
{???} Distinct
None
Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
-9999
Chemical Composition
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Refractive Index
1.789-1.820
1.490-1.520
Crystal System
Isometric
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Birefringence
0.027
-9999
Clarity
TransparentUlrich Henn and Claudio C. Milisenda
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Neurological
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Enhances mental clarity and focus
Psychology
Creativity
Protection
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Creativity
Protection