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| THE MYSTIC POWER OF GEMS |
By
PANKAJ KHANNA |
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ZIRCON |
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1. Physical Properties:
The density of high Zircon is usually about 4.70 g/cm3. Its refractive index are usually n w 1.96, n e 2.01 and it has a hardness of 75. Medium to low Zircons have a density of between 3.95 and 4.55 g/cm3, refractive index between n w 1.880, n w 1.890, n w 1.796 and a hardness of about 6-6.5.
2. Occurrence:
Zircon are found in Norway, Sweden, the Soviet Union (Urals), Australia, Brazil and the United States but the most famous sources of gem quality zircon are Sri Lanka, Combodia, Vietnam and Thailand.
3. Appearance:
Looks like diamond and shines more than it. But unlike diamond it looses its shine in a short span of time and after that it looks dull and pale. Widely used in astrology as a substitute of diamond. It is said to enhance beauty and attractiveness of a person. It makes an excellent ring stone and is thus widely used in jewellery also.
4. Uses:
It gives added popularity in social circles and appreciation by members of the opposite sex. It improves prestige and protects him from jealousies and rivalries and plots hatched by one's enemies. |
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