Goshenite

Hardness: 7.50

Refractive Index: 1.58-1.59

Specific Gravity: 2.80

 

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Origination: Brazil, Colombia, Canada & the former Russia.

 

Care & Cleaning: Clean with a soft polishing cloth, plain water rinse, mild solution of soap & water or commercial jewelry cleaner. Do not soak.

 

Fiction, Facts & Folklore:

 

Traditional astral stone for Scorpio (October 24-November 21).

 

Goshenite is the colorless variety of the beryl mineral group.

 

Goshenite was named for the site where it was first found: Goshen, Massachusetts, although this material is generally regarded as less than gem grade.

 

Goshenite is also known as �white beryl�.

 

Although it may sometimes be found set as a solitaire, cluster or band, goshenite is most often seen set as accent stones, usually in combination with other beryls.

 

Goshenite has sometimes been seen set in a closed setting with an emerald green colored foil. This treatment or practice is known in the industry as �foiling�.

 

In astral circles, goshenite is sometimes associated with the planet Venus.