Origin
China, South Africa
Sri Lanka
Color
Yellow, Brown
Green, Red, Blue, Brown, 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
-
-
Solubility
-
-
Durability
-
-
Specific Gravity
2.58-2.643.02
1
7.18
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Fracture
-
Uneven, Conchoidal
Cleavage
Indiscernible
{0001} Poor
Mohs Hardness
6.5-7-9999
2
10
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Chemical Composition
SiO2
Ca(Li 2Al)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Luster
Silky
Vitreous
Pleochroism
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Strong: dark brown light brownAnthony et al
Dispersion
0.010.01
0.005
1
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Transparency
Opaque
Transparent
Refractive Index
1.534-1.540-9999
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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Transparent
Physical
Neurological
Aids in mental clarity and focus
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Cardiovascular
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Respiratory
Good
Excellent
Reproductive
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Digestive
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Supports digestive health
Psychology
Courage
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Healing
Physical healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Protection
Creativity