Origin
China, Pakistan
China, Burma, Pakistan, USA, Southern and central Africa, Brazil
Color
Red, Brown, Black, pink, Brownish
Green
Streak
gray
None
For which Rashi?
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Libra, Taurus, Leo, Virgo
Planet
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-
Element of Planets
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Earth
Energy
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How to Wear?
Finger
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Ring Metal
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Deities
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Isis
Not to wear with
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Powers
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Protection
Birthstone
Planetary
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Talisman
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Tenacity
-
-
Solubility
-
-
Durability
-
-
Specific Gravity
3.85-3.941.54-1.55
1
7.18
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Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven
Conchoidal
Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct
Poor
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,Fe)2SiO4
Luster
Vitreous
Vitreous, Greasy
Pleochroism
DistinctArthur Thomas
Weak: yellow-green green (colorless)Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli
Dispersion
0.040.02
0.005
1
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Transparency
Translucent
Transparent
Refractive Index
1.643-1.7031.64-1.69
1
3.25
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Optic Character
-
-
Crystal System
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Orthorhombic
Birefringence
0.0200.036
0
0.296
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Clarity
Translucent
Transparent
Physical
Neurological
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Enhances mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
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Respiratory
Good
Good
Reproductive
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Supports reproductive health
Digestive
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Psychology
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Harmony
Healing
Emotional healing
Physical healing
Qualities Associated
Creativity
Health