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Compatibility, Meaning, Benefits, Characteristics, Healing & Effects in Astrology & Horoscope by date of birth of :-

VESUVIANITE GEMSTONE

Physical Properties

Color brown, yellow, blue, purple, green
Hardness 6.0 - 7.0
Specific Gravity 3.3 - 3.5
Refractive index 1.71

Overview:  The name "Vesuvianite" is from the original locality at Mt.Vesuvius, Italy. Vesuvianite, also known as Idocrase, is a fascinating mineral found originally on the volcano, Mt Vesuvius, hence one of the names.Vesuvianite forms as a result of contact metamorphism on impure limestones and is usually found with other exotic minerals. Vesuvianite is composed of calcium, magnesium and aluminum silicate, often with some beryllium and fluorine.

Healing Power:  Promotes patriotism and loyalty to mankind. Aids in assimilation of nutrients from intake of food. Used to dispel anger, to banish depression, and to allay fear. Ideas Excellent in jewelry and carvings. Helps to clear negative thought patterns from the mental, emotional, and physical bodies.

Legend:  Vesuvianite (Idocrase), was originally found on the volcano, Mt Vesuvius, hence the name "Vesuvianite". Since the early 1900's the gemstone has been used cut into cabochons and set in finished jewelry.

Occurence:  Austria, Switzerland, Italy, Canada, and New Jersey, Arkansas, California/U.S.A.


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