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Taaffeite

Anthophyllite
Anthophyllite



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Astrology

Origin

Color

Streak

For which Rashi?

Planet

Element of Planets

Energy

Finger

Ring Metal

Deities

Not to wear with

Powers

Planetary

Talisman

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

Optical Properties

Luster

Pleochroism

Dispersion

Transparency

Refractive Index

Optic Character

Crystal System

Birefringence

Clarity

Benefits

Neurological

Cardiovascular

Respiratory

Reproductive

Digestive

Psychology

Healing

Qualities Associated

 
Tanzania, Sri Lanka, China
Colorless
White
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3.60-3.61
Conchoidal
Imperfect/fair/absent
8-8.5
Mg 3Al 8BeO 16Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
 
Vitreous
Weak
0.02
-
1.70-1.73
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Hexagonal
0.055
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Good
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Transformation
Physical healing
Spiritual Growth
 
Southern and central Africa
Brown, White, Greenish, gray, Green, Brownish
gray
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2.9-3.5
Conchoidal
{110} Perfect, {???} Distinct, {???} Distinct
5.5-6
(Mg,Fe2+ ) 2(Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
 
Vitreous, Pearly
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0.01
Transparent
1.603-1.690
Biaxial/+
Orthorhombic Dipyramidal H-M Symbol (2/m 2/m 2/m) Space Group: P nma
-9999
Transparent
 
Enhances brain function
Supports heart health
Good
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Peace
Emotional healing
Self-discovery