Origin
Switzerland
Colombia, Origins: Congo
Color
Green, Colorless, White, Brown, gray
Red, Yellow, White, gray, Green, Colorless
Streak
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
Brittle
Brittle
Solubility
-
-
Durability
-
-
Specific Gravity
2.95-3.072.65-2.69
1
7.18
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Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal
Cleavage
Perfect on {110} at 56° and 124°; partings on {010} and {100}
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
Mohs Hardness
5-66-6.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
Luster
Vitreous, Silky
Vitreous
Pleochroism
-
colorless.
Dispersion
0.020.70
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent
Transparent, Translucent, Transparent to translucent
Refractive Index
1.599-1.6371.543-1.564
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Biaxial/+
Crystal System
monoclinic
Triclinic
Birefringence
0.023-0.0280.007-0.011
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
Transparent
Physical
Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus
Enhances mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
Supports heart health
Respiratory
Good
Good
Reproductive
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Digestive
Supports digestive health
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Psychology
Emotional Healing
Vitality
Healing
Physical healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Peace
Vitality