Origin
Pakistan, Italy, Russia, China, Brazil, Switzerland, Madagascar, Austria, Canada
Southern and central Africa, Zimbabwe, South Africa
Color
Reddish, Brown, Yellow, Green, Red, gray
Green, Blue
Streak
Reddish, White
Greenish, White
For which Rashi?
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Virgo
Planet
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Element of Planets
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Energy
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How to Wear?
Finger
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Ring Metal
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Deities
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Gaia
Not to wear with
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Powers
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Healing
Birthstone
Planetary
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Talisman
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Tenacity
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Solubility
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Decomposed by acids
Durability
-
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Specific Gravity
3.48-3.602.96
1
7.18
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Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal
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Cleavage
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
Perfect on {010}
Mohs Hardness
5-5.55
2
10
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Chemical Composition
CaTiSiO5
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
Luster
Subadamantine, Resinous
Vitreous
Pleochroism
Strong: X = nearly colorless; Y = yellow to green; Z = red to yellow-orange
X: very light bluish green; Y and Z: brilliant bluish green
Dispersion
0.050.04
0.005
1
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Transparency
-
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Refractive Index
1.885-1.9901.550
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
monoclinic
Triclinic
Birefringence
0.105-0.1350.091
0
0.296
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Clarity
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Physical
Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus
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Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
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Respiratory
Excellent
Good
Reproductive
Supports reproductive health
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Digestive
Supports digestive health
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Psychology
Self-Esteem
Peace
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Manifestation
Harmony