Origin
China, Pakistan
Southern and central Africa
Color
Red, Brown, Black, pink, Brownish
Colorless, Green, Yellow, White
Streak
gray
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
3.85-3.943.23-3.26
1
7.18
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Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven
Conchoidal
Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct
Perfect on {010} imperfect on {100}
Mohs Hardness
5-5.56.5-7
2
10
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Chemical Composition
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Mg 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Luster
Vitreous
Vitreous
Pleochroism
DistinctArthur Thomas
colorless.
Dispersion
0.040.02
0.005
1
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Transparency
Translucent
Transparent
Refractive Index
1.643-1.7031.635-1.671
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
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Orthorhombic
Birefringence
0.0200.033-0.042
0
0.296
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Clarity
Translucent
Transparent
Physical
Neurological
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Cardiovascular
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Respiratory
Good
Good
Reproductive
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Supports healthy digestion
Digestive
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Psychology
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Peace
Healing
Emotional healing
Physical healing
Qualities Associated
Creativity
Peace