Origin
Pakistan, Italy, Russia, China, Brazil, Switzerland, Madagascar, Austria, Canada
India, Italy
Color
Reddish, Brown, Yellow, Green, Red, gray
White, Reddish
Streak
Reddish, White
White
For which Rashi?
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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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Not to wear with
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Powers
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Birthstone
Planetary
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Talisman
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Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.48-3.602.08-2.16
1
7.18
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Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal
Irregular/uneven
Cleavage
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
distinct/good on {1011}
Mohs Hardness
5-5.54.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
CaTiSiO5
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Luster
Subadamantine, Resinous
Vitreous
Pleochroism
Strong: X = nearly colorless; Y = yellow to green; Z = red to yellow-orange
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Dispersion
0.050.05
0.005
1
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Transparency
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Transparent
Refractive Index
1.885-1.9901.478-1.490
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
monoclinic
Trigonal
Birefringence
0.105-0.1350.005-0.008
0
0.296
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Clarity
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Transparent
Physical
Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus
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Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
Supports heart health
Respiratory
Excellent
Good
Reproductive
Supports reproductive health
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Digestive
Supports digestive health
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Psychology
Self-Esteem
Emotional Healing
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Manifestation
Optimism