Origin
Sri Lanka
China, Burma, Pakistan, USA, Southern and central Africa, Brazil
Color
Red, Brown, Black
Green
Streak
Brown
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
-
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Solubility
-
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Durability
-
-
Specific Gravity
2.97-3.141.54-1.55
1
7.18
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Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal
Conchoidal
Cleavage
{1011} Indistinct
Poor
Mohs Hardness
-99996.5-7
2
10
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Chemical Composition
Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
Luster
Vitreous
Vitreous, Greasy
Pleochroism
Pale yellow colorlessAnthony et al
Weak: yellow-green green (colorless)Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli
Dispersion
0.020.02
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent
Transparent
Refractive Index
1.614-1.6661.64-1.69
1
3.25
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Optic Character
-
-
Crystal System
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Orthorhombic
Birefringence
0.014-0.0320.036
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
Transparent
Physical
Neurological
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Enhances mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
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Respiratory
Good
Good
Reproductive
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Supports reproductive health
Digestive
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Psychology
Empowerment
Harmony
Healing
Emotional healing
Physical healing
Qualities Associated
Empowerment
Health