Planetary Gemstones
(According to Indian Astrology)

Since the beginning of civilization, gemstones have always been thought to possess metaphysical powers. All the great ancient cultures, Egyptian, Mayan, Greek, etc. had used these colorful and shiny pebbles for ritualistic, sacramental and healing ceremonies. Gems seem to have a special power, a transcendental quality that goes beyond the colorful mirror, the thought of far away places and mysterious depths.

Gems have proved to be of great value to mankind. Knowledge of using the right gemstones, at the right time, in the right way, helps to achieve success in every day life. There are a variety of gemstones but from the astrological point of view the nine precious gems ruled by nine planets are of utmost importance.

Whether it is good fortune, health, wealth, wisdom, sexual vitality or psychic power you seek, wearing the right Planetary Jyotish gemstones will make everything else in your life fall into place.

Ruby (Manik)

Ruling planet: Sun
Colour: Primarily Red; should be worn on ring finger of the right hand.
Being the gem for sun, the Ruby in effective in getting success in all fields of life. It improves the relation with the business superiors and family members.

Ruling planet: Moon
Colour: Primarily White; should be worn on the ring finger of the right hand.
Pearl strengthens mental faculties, calms emotions and increase peace of mind. It also provides wisdom and vitality.

Ruling planet: Mars
Colour: Primarily Bright Red and Saffron; should be worn on the ring finger of the right hand.
Red coral makes a person courageous.

Ruling planet: Mercury
Colour: Green; should be worn on the little finger of the right hand.
It improves memory, communication, intuition and sharpens the ability to learn. It's wearer gets sufficient wealth.

Ruling planet: Jupiter
Colour: Light Yellow or Golden; should be worn on the index finger of the right hand.
It is most widely used to enhance ones' financial status. The wearer gets plenty of wealth, good health, name, honour and fame.

Ruling planet: Venus
Colour: Sparkling White; should be worn on the middle or little finger of the right hand.
The one who wears a diamond has a luxurious life, which enhances the name, fame and artistic quality of the person.

Ruling planet: Saturn
Colour: Peacock Blue; should be worn on the middle finger of the right hand.
This stone has the magical power to throw its wearer on a higher status from all sides-be it health, wealth, longevity or happiness.

Ruling planet: Uranus
Colour: Reddish Brown, should be worn on the middle finger on the right hand.
It improves dealing with people and protects from sudden misfortunes.

Cat's Eye (Lahsuniya)