Origin
China, South Africa
Southern and central Africa
Color
Yellow, Brown
Colorless, White, Yellow, pink
Streak
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White
For which Rashi?
Leo, Capricorn
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Planet
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-
Element of Planets
Earth
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Energy
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-
How to Wear?
Finger
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Ring Metal
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-
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
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Brittle
Solubility
-
-
Durability
-
-
Specific Gravity
2.58-2.641.79
1
7.18
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Fracture
-
Irregular/uneven
Cleavage
Indiscernible
Perfect on {10bar10}
Mohs Hardness
6.5-72.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
SiO2
Ca6(Al,Si)2(SO4)2B(OH)4(OH,O)12•26(H2O)
Luster
Silky
Vitreous
Pleochroism
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Nearly colorless to pale golden yellow
Dispersion
0.010.03
0.005
1
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Transparency
Opaque
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Refractive Index
1.534-1.5401.492
1
3.25
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Optic Character
-
-
Crystal System
Trigonal
Trigonal
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
Good
Reproductive
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Digestive
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Psychology
Courage
Harmony
Healing
Physical healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Protection
Spiritual Growth