Origin
Pakistan, Italy, Russia, China, Brazil, Switzerland, Madagascar, Austria, Canada
Southern and central Africa
Color
Reddish, Brown, Yellow, Green, Red, gray
Black, Brownish, Brown
Streak
Reddish, White
Brown
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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Brittle
Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.48-3.604.5-4.8
1
7.18
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Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal
Uneven
Cleavage
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
None, parting may develop along {111}
Mohs Hardness
5-5.55.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
CaTiSiO5
Fe++Cr2O4
Luster
Subadamantine, Resinous
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Pleochroism
Strong: X = nearly colorless; Y = yellow to green; Z = red to yellow-orange
none.
Dispersion
0.050.04
0.005
1
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Transparency
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Refractive Index
1.885-1.9902.08-2.16
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
monoclinic
Isometric
Birefringence
0.105-0.135-9999
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
Poor
Reproductive
Supports reproductive health
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Digestive
Supports digestive health
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Psychology
Self-Esteem
Vitality
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Manifestation
Protection