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'X' is a type of precious stone usually found in the valleys along rivers mainly around at Ranpur and Surat. It is a chalcedony stone, a variety of silica quartz stone which is a mixture of blue and white colour. These are sent to Khambhat to be moulded into ornaments. Identify 'X' from the following options.

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Jari
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Tiko
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Akik
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Sickel
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The correct option is C Akik
Akik is a type of precious stone usually found in the valleys along rivers. It is a chalcedony stone, a variety of silica quartz stone, which is a mixture of blue and white colour. Carnelian is one of the main stones used for Akik work. It is semi-transparent and red in colour. Most of the precious stones needed for this form are found at Ranpur and Surat.

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