Origin
Southern and central Africa
Pakistan, Italy, Russia, China, Brazil, Switzerland, Madagascar, Austria, Canada
Color
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Reddish, Brown, Yellow, Green, Red, gray
Streak
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Reddish, 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
3.62-4.333.48-3.60
1
7.18
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Fracture
Uneven
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal
Cleavage
Indiscernible
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
Mohs Hardness
7-7.55-5.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3 -Mn2+3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
CaTiSiO5
Luster
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Subadamantine, Resinous
Pleochroism
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Strong: X = nearly colorless; Y = yellow to green; Z = red to yellow-orange
Dispersion
0.020.05
0.005
1
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Transparency
TransparentGemdat.org
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Refractive Index
1.730-1.8201.885-1.990
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3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
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monoclinic
Birefringence
-99990.105-0.135
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0.296
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Clarity
TransparentGemdat.org
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Physical
Neurological
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Enhances mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
Supports heart health
Respiratory
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Excellent
Reproductive
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Supports reproductive health
Digestive
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Supports digestive health
Psychology
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Self-Esteem
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Love
Manifestation