ALL YOU WANNA KNOW ABOUT GEMS & STONES

GEMS

The Rig veda,the oldest known creation of mankind in its verse 5.6.82.3 says “ May the Sun-God,who controls our existence and prosperity in this world grant us the required funds.Since we offer prayers to him,may he keep intact our savings meant for the purchase of gems.” Again in verse 1.5.20.7 rig veda writes “ Of the seven important gem stones, assigned one for each planet,may the Almighty Lord bestow upon the appropriate one out of the three ( The Good, The average and the best ) categories. Gemstones empower a person by their supernatural effects.

RUBY(RED STONE): STONE FOR LORD SUN

This is the gem of Sun, it improves the concentration of mind and gives lusture to the skin. This gem gives all round success in life and is the karka for leadership. This improves the leadership qualities and puts the person in forefront. It gives intellectual capabilities and improves one’s writing and speaking powers.

EMERALD(PANNA-GREEN STONE): STONE FOR MERCURY

This Gem of Lord Ganesha is the favoured Gem of the people seeking intellectual powers as well as for those seeking wealth. This calms down the nervous system and improves the capacity to take decisions. It improves the liquidity and money flow in business and blesses the wearer with liquid assets.

YELLOW SAPPHIRE(PUKHRAJ): STONE FOR JUPITER

This gem of Bhrashpati gives one material wealth and prosperity. It is worn to give one comforts and also status. People aspiring for administrative and political positions must wear it to give them the benefit of fate on their side. It also improves the working of liver and thus improves health and gives radiance to skin.

BLUE SAPPHIRE (NEELAM-BLUE STONE): STONE FOR SATURN

Blue sapphire is the most talked about gem. It gives status and influence in the society. Most of the famous people wear this gem to achieve great benefits in life. It gives rare ideas and skills and enhances the innovative power of mind, said to fight depression and gives serenity to the mind. Must for people in the creative field and those who desire fame.

WHITE SAPPHIRE (SAFFED PUKHRAJ):

This gem of Venus,it gives one glamour and radiance which makes one stand apart from the crowd.It improves sex appeal, improves the innovative powers and megha shakti, worn by people who want to stand apart and be remembered like actors, models,players etc. People in public relations can also benefit a lot from it.

RED CORAL(MOONGA): STONE FOR MARS

Coral(Moonga ): This is the gem of Hanumanjee,it bestows upon a person courage and strength. This also improves the muscular system and improve the capability of bone-marrow to produce red blood cells.It improves the process of absorption of oxygen by the lungs and there by gives strength to the entire body and removes any diseases which are not understood by the medical profession. This also removes the effect of tantra and evil spirits. If you have uncomfortable dreams this is a must for you.

GOMEDH: STONE FOR RAHU

This is a Gem of Rahu (Dragon’s Head ) Rahu gives mental tensions- unnecessary worries and strained relationships.Wearing its gem gives one mental peace and freedom from worries. Rahu is said to give professional excellence and demolishes the enemy power by its strong force.

CATS EYE(LEHSUNIYA): STONE FOR KETU

This is a Gem of Ketu (Dragon’s Tail ).By wearing this gem one is able to subdue his enemies and is able to remove the effect of any negative forces working on him. This gives one social recognition and sudden spurts of growth. It protects from Erratic income and bestows stability in life. This is the gem of Moksha and frees one from the cycles of life and death.


SEMI PRECIOUS STONES

GOLDEN TOPAZ

Ideally suited for people born in Zodiac signs ruled by Jupiter i.e., Sagittarius and Pisces, the Golden Topaz is also recommended as a lucky gem of Scorpio and Aries.

Benefits: An effective gem, which almost acts as a mental tonic, the Golden Topaz confers dignity and nobility of character. One gets innovative ideas by wearing this gem, and learns to control anger and also turning one's energies positively.

Who should wear it?

Ideally suited for people born in Zodiac signs ruled by Jupiter i.e., Sagittarius and Pisces, the Golden Topaz is also recommended as a lucky gem of Scorpio and Aries.

BLUE TOPAZ

Blue in colour, this transparent and hard stone takes a high polish and makes a spectacular jewellery stone. Blue Topaz has uniform sky blue colour. Its colour is mostly pale but sometimes it is also intense blue in colour. Occasionally, coming with a grey or a greenish tinge, the Blue Topaz is mostly free of inclusions. Oval is the most common cut but mixed cut, step cut etc. are also used.

Benefits: It is a gem that induces sleep and rest. It keeps the temper cool and makes one generous and kind hearted. It improves the financial assets and gives financial stability. This gem enhances sincerity in all relations of life.

ZIRCON

Looks like diamond and shines more than it. But unlike diamond, it shines only for a flash of a second, after which it looks dull and pale. Widely used in astrology as a substitute of diamond, Zircon is said to enhance beauty and attractiveness of a person. It makes an excellent ring stone and is thus widely used in jewellery also.

Benefits: 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

AMETHYST(PURPLE OR VIOLET STONE)

Violet-purple in colour, Amethyst is one gemstone with an excellent luster and transparency. Found in a number of cuts like oval, drop mixed cuts, step cuts, the distribution of colour in striking patches, and bands is characteristic. In case of Amethyst, when you see it with a lens, you will see inclusions and a series of discontinuous wavy parallel lines.

Benefits: It is traditionally considered, a great help, in getting rid of intoxication. It is even said that if you drink wine in a cup made of Amethyst, it will loose its intoxicating effect. This stone is believed to heal females suffering from gynaecological problems. Also widely used by people involved in occult sciences, as it is said to have impart strong spiritual powers.

Who should wear it?

The Greeks believed that use of this gem gave un-ending love and affection. Amethyst is a birthstone of people born in February but others may also wear it. This gem is useful in controlling one's tendency of getting distracted, switching so often from one activity to the other. Since it brings about financial stability, it is of great help to those who find it difficult to manage their financial affairs.

AQUAMARINE

The most valuable colour of Aquamarine is a rich, sky blue. The lustre is vitreous and not exceptional. The most common art of aquamarine is the emerald type. It is also available in oval or pear shaped. The green of Aquamarine is a watery green without any trace of yellow and is due to iron, not chromium, as can be seen from examination with a gemmological stethoscope. It also has a grey or violet tinge. Rich blue stone several carats in weight are among the most valuable of secondary gems pale or green stones are less valuable than rich blue stones.

Benefits: Said to enhance one's attractiveness in the eyes of the opposite sex. The gem increases beauty and calmness and it is widely used by astrologers worldwide. It is said to bring love and understanding.

Who Should Wear It?

A beautiful gem which is most useful for those born under the Zodiac Sign Pisces. It also controls flaring of temper and regulating ego problems. It is highly recommended for those involved in humanitarian causes.

BLACK STAR

A Gem, which is beautiful and full of mystic widely used by people who are trying to awaken their Kundalini Power, this gemstone gives a star effect when seen under a single source of light.

Benefits: Known to take away the malefic effects of Rahu (Dragon's Head) and Ketu (Dragon's Tail), his gemstone is widely used to ward off the evil eye. It takes out the negative energy of the chakra on which it is worn and thus improves the physical and mental health of the person.

Who should wear it?

This gem is very useful for the serious minded people who believe in hard work. This helps to take failures as stepping stones to success and rise in life despite all the factors working against one's success. The Blackstar is known to develop great business leads and management experts.

GARNET (RAKTMANI,TAMDA RATNA-RED MINERAL GEM)

The colour of garnet is mostly reddish brown but it can be red, light red, violet, purple etc. Garnets are usually semi-opaque but can be transparent and limpid with highly lustrous faces. They have no cleavage and can be made into Cabochons or faceted with an oval or mixed cut. Widely used in Jewellery and as strings, Garnet is also the birthstone for people born in January.

Benefits: It gives relaxation and relieves tensions. The ancient Egyptians used Garnets as an antidote for snake bites and for food poisoning. The use of this gem ensures long, fruitful and un-interrupted professional life. This helps in prosperity by facilitating gradual accumulation of wealth.

Who should wear it?

It is good for people having birth numbers 4 or 8. It is very useful for females having delicate health or suffering from body pains, headaches etc.

JADE

It is a semi-opaque to highly translucent aggregate of juxtaposed, very firmly inter connected, granular crystals. Jade is extremely tenacious and tough. Jade is available in an enormous range of colours, white, pink, lilac, brown, red, orange, blue, black and many shades of greet. It is used as a gem, cut into cabochons or engraved stones for settings, beads on other ornaments. It is also made into different types of decorative ware or small sculptures.

Benefits: Very popular with Chinese of ancient as well as present times it is supposed to bestow long life and peaceful and protects the wearer from accidents, snake bites etc. said to be useful for those who want to have more close relationships with opposite sex.

Who should wear it?

Lucky gem for those born in the month of May. It is widely recommended to people suffering from allergies and skin problems.

LEPIZ LAZULI

An opaque stone of blue colour with white web like structures on it, Lepiz Lazuli usually contains some traces of gold, which lends it a beautiful look. It is widely used in jewellery.

Benefits: While it curtails the malefic effects of Saturn, Lepis lazuli is used to fight depression and feeling of dullness. It is effective against skin diseases and ulcers (both internal and external) and many people have faith that it has the capacity to give unqualified success to one who wears it.

Who should wear it?

This is especially good for ladies engaged in music, art, dance, drama etc. It gives one power to win over others by the power of love. The people who use it are never found to be wanting in money or love.

MALACHITE

Malachite is green in colour, but varies from mild green to almost blackish green. The tones appear in alternate stripes. Low on hardness, it may acquire exceptional polish but the polish is not very durable. Widely used for mosaics, boxes, figurines, cabochons and beads, it is also used in Jewellery. It is not very costly.

Benefits: It is used to fight Kidney ailments. Malachite, if regularly worn, improves mental alertness, quickness and makes one systematic. Malachite bestows youthfulness and desire for outdoor life and aids in getting a happy life

MOONSTONE (FELSPAR-CHANDRAKANTMANI)

Moonstone generally has an almost transparent ground, which is practically colourless, pale grey or tinged with yellow, with a whitish to silvery white or blue shimmer. It is normally cut into curved pieces for threading into necklaces etc. It is also cut as high-domed cabochons and the sheen is concentrated at the top in a bright spot that sometimes extends across the stone as a distinct 'eye'. Some Moonstones may have a second ray at right angles to first, forming a cross.

Benefits: This is a highly beneficial gem that can be used with great results by all who want to keep their cool and be less affected by the changes in their surroundings said to relieve one of insomnia and low fever. This helps in controlling tempers or excitement. This also gives better concentration of mind and helps in marital problems. In Medical Astrology this helps those suffering from heart ailments, gynaecological problems, epilepsy, mental ailments etc.

Who should wear it:

Considered to be gem of Moon it is best suited for people born under the zodiac sign Cancer. It is said to keep their erratic temperament under control..

ONYX (GOMEDAK RATNA)

Hard, tough and durable, Onyx is ideal for carving and engraving or fashioning into beads, spheres and bowls, making paper weights, pen holders, book ends and boxes. Used in inexpensive jewellery Onyx is also used for stone inlay work. With its consecutive layers of different colours, it makes excellent material for cameos and some variegated pieces are used for the carving of multi-coloured figurines.

Benefits: Used instead of Emerald, Onyx gives good comprehension power and the power to deeply analyse a situation before reacting to it. Mostly used by astrologers to give better business acumen and management skills.

Who should wear it?

People interested in politics should use it. It restores confidence in life and love. And though it comes in different shades like red, blue, green, yellow, black and white, but astrologically the best suited for wearing, as a ring stone is green onyx.

OPAL (POLAKI,DOODHIYA PATTHAR)

Opal is an opaque stone, with a see through surface and some minute tinges of colours in it that give it its famous firing.

Benefits: This gem is said to bestow beauty, power and financial prosperity. This improves intuition and helps magnetize others. It also helps in winning court cases and gives stability in life.

Who Should Wear It:

Especially good for those engaged in business connected with travel, tourism and import/export. It is an excellent gem for those born in the month of October as it turns them more loving and affectionate in personal and family life.

PERIDOT

Often confused with Emerald, Peridot is a beautiful transparent green stone that used to be worshipped by the people of Brazil.

Benefits: It enhances the power of Mercury, and thus Peridot is used to curb the problems caused by a weak mercury. The ancient Egyptian kings had immense faith in its powers and even believed that Peridot could break the evil spell and dig into the mysteries of the darkness.

SAPHATIC

Saphatic is a plain white stone, which lacks a bit in lustre but makes up for it in its extreme clarity; it also gives out a unique shine.

Benefits: It has a cooling and soothing effect on one who's both looking on and wearing it. If worn in such a way that it touches the skin then it cools down the person and gives him inner peace.

Who should wear it?

This gem has the highest occult power and is used extensively by Sadhus and other people who want to get special heavenly powers. It is useful in combating stress-related problems if worn in 50 ct. plus sizes.

SMOKY TOPAZ

A brilliant Gem of smoky colour used extensively to ward off evil spirits, Smoky Topaz is especially useful for people facing unfulfilled love. Besides giving one success in love, it is said to protect the wearer from depressions and sleeplessness.

Benefits: It has great spiritual, medicinal and super natural power that holds the faith of many and is of immense use to people interested in occult. Also useful in healing eye infections, eye sores, stomach ailments, stomach ulcers, throat infections, giddiness and blood poisoning.

Who should wear it?

This is a highly recommended colour for research scholars and those who want to acquire a flair for creativity.

STAR RUBY

Star Ruby is never completely transparent, because the star can only be produced by the presence of needle like inclusions that cause some degree of turbidity. Star rubies are very valuable. The finest star ruby known weighs 138 carats; this is the famous Rosier Reeves star ruby, on display at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. The most striking phenomenon of rubies is the development of the six ray star, arranged in perfect symmetry, which shifts its centre, as the stone is moved. It is clearly visible under a single light source such as the sun or a lamp; much less so in diffuse light. If two or more powerful light sources are set close together, as many stars can be seen in the stone. Each light produces its own star, which is basically a reflection. The effect is usually less pronounced in more transparent stones. When the ground colour is ruby red it is known as Star Ruby.

Benefits: Used to pep up the internal strength and to ward off tensions, Star Ruby drives away stress related problems like Migraine, Insomnia, and Hysteria etc. Traditionally worn by knights in the battlefields to protect themselves from the enemy. Local tales in Karnataka say that if this is worn as a visible pendant or as a head gear then anyone who faces you, as an enemy looses half his valour to your. It is said that Karna, the son of Sun wore it in his head gear and only after Krishna directed Arjuna to remove the Headgear with his arrow was be able to fight an equal battle with him.

TIGER'S EYE

Tiger's Eye consists of compact fibres of quartz that has replaced asbestos fibres. The light reflected from the fibres produces a strong sheen or silky appearance, like that of the original asbestos known as 'Chatoyancy'. The result is a series of minor gemstones differing only in their ground colour and that of mobile reflection. A golden yellow reflection on a brown ground is called a Tiger's Eye. It may very from brown and brownish yellow to blue and blue grey. The colours and clearly fibrous appearance once are normally distinctive. Despite its attractiveness, this material is not very valuable.

Benefits: It is normally cut on cabochon, to bring out the chatoyancy, but it can be cut into more or less round, polished pieces, for necklaces and pendants. Tiger's Eye is also used for carvings, boxes, ashtrays, and other ornamental items, although in these, the fibres are seen as strips of colour. Said to be a Gem that gives courage and self confidence. Widely used in Africa toward off evil eye and to give the wearer victory over his enemies.

Who should wear it?

The evil spirits stay away for the wearer of this gem. It improves energy and stamina and gives inner initiative and drive. Recommended for those with birth No. 2 or 7.

TOURMALINE

A beautiful gem available in nearly all the colours and multi-coloured gems are also available. Its deep colours and enchanting lustre makes it one of the most widely used gemstones. Though good quality Tourmaline are expensive but still not as expensive as Emeralds and Rubies. Hence, Astrologers often use these as sub-stones.

Benefits: Mostly green coloured Tourmaline are used in Astrology. It has a positive effect on the body and mind and does away with all the malefic influences of Rahu, Ketu, Mars and Saturn.

Who should wear it?

It improves memory and is very useful for children who are weak in studies also recommended for accountant, software professional etc. who are supposed to strain their mind to a very great extent. Greatly beneficial for business people, politicians and administrators.