Origin
China, South Africa
Afghanistan, China, Southern and central Africa
Color
Yellow, Brown
Green, Yellow
Streak
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-
For which Rashi?
Leo, Capricorn
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Planet
-
-
Element of Planets
Earth
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Energy
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-
How to Wear?
Finger
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Ring Metal
-
-
Deities
Bast
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Not to wear with
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-
Powers
Protection
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Birthstone
Planetary
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Talisman
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Tenacity
-
-
Solubility
-
-
Durability
-
-
Specific Gravity
2.58-2.642.58-2.80
1
7.18
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Fracture
-
Uneven, Irregular
Cleavage
Indiscernible
Perfect
Mohs Hardness
6.5-75.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
SiO2
(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Luster
Silky
Waxy, Silky, Resinous, Greasy
Pleochroism
-
-
Dispersion
0.010.01
0.005
1
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Transparency
Opaque
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Refractive Index
1.534-1.5401.530-1.575
1
3.25
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Optic Character
-
-
Crystal System
Trigonal
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Birefringence
-9999-9999
0
0.296
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Clarity
-
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Physical
Neurological
Aids in mental clarity and focus
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Cardiovascular
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Supports heart health
Respiratory
Good
Excellent
Reproductive
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Digestive
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Psychology
Courage
Harmony
Healing
Physical healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Protection
Emotional Balance