Origin
Pakistan, Italy, Russia, China, Brazil, Switzerland, Madagascar, Austria, Canada
Southern and central Africa
Color
Reddish, Brown, Yellow, Green, Red, gray
White, Colorless, Blue, Red, Green, Yellow, Violet
Streak
Reddish, White
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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
3.48-3.602.55-2.70
1
7.18
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Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal
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Cleavage
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
None
Mohs Hardness
5-5.56.5-7
2
10
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Chemical Composition
CaTiSiO5
SiO 2 (with trace Cr minerals) Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Luster
Subadamantine, Resinous
Waxy
Pleochroism
Strong: X = nearly colorless; Y = yellow to green; Z = red to yellow-orange
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Dispersion
0.050.01
0.005
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Transparency
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Translucent
Refractive Index
1.885-1.9901.530-1.543
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3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
monoclinic
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Birefringence
0.105-0.1350.003-0.009
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0.296
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Clarity
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Translucent
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
Balance