Discover the Magical Power of Gemstones

Since the ancient times gemstones has been used for ornamentation as well as for promoting good fortune and warding off the evil impacts of planets. They never lost their popularity and today gemstones are one of the essential parts of latest fashion trends. They are valuable not only for those who love their color and use them as jewelry, rings and other ornamentation but also for those who believe in ancient Vedic astrology and wear for well beings. Which particular gemstone is positive for a particular person and which is not, is carefully determined by the astrologers according to one’s birth Rasi or zodiac sign or birth constellation( naksatra) or Lagna( rising sun). More or less all the methods are based on the numerology of ancient system of astrology which defines a particular person’s zodiac sign after counting the day and time of birth of that person. Astrologers also tell the way to choose a suitable gemstone in case one has no perfect record of his/her birth date and time; that is person’s attraction to a particular stone. General belief is that if you are attracted to a particular stone, it’s color then it is your stone that can destroy the obstacles in your life, can bring good health , peace and prosperity to you. Below are the descriptions of some gemstones, their association with a particular planet and zodiac signs for which they are most beneficial-

1. Blue Sapphire- With its association with the planet Saturn, Blue Sapphires or Nilam are considered one of the most auspicious stones whose effects are quicker than the other stones. According to astrologers one should be very careful of wearing Blue Sapphire because in case of suitability it can bring all boons and success in life, other wise it will harm you in the same ratio. Capricorn and Aquarius, both zodiac signs can wear it. It’s wearing offers spirituality; make the person full of virtuous thoughts and positive attitude with purifying the mind. According to astrologers it works magically against diseases, sorrow, and poverty and eliminates the risk of accidents, financial instability and increases prosperity, peace, life span, social status etc. It is more beneficial for certain persons such as police men, politicians, finance rs, machine dealers, industrialists etc. Women who wear Blue Sapphire have a long healthy life. Appearance and Composition- Blue Sapphires are mostly blue in color with its different shades such as deep blue and light blue but few of them are also pink and purple. They are the compound of aluminum, oxygen and due to the presence of cobalt they look blue. According to astrologers Blue Sapphire must be taken off immediately if its color is changed or the stone cracks after wearing, because it is considered as an early warning to a wearer.
2. Hessonite Garnet or Gomed- Hessonite Garnet is worn to ward off the ill influence of Rahu and Ketu. In Hindu mythology Rahu and Ketu are referred as evil forces that bring calamities to human beings and can cause numerous diseases, disturb marital life, interrupt businesses by doing all evil efforts to ruin someone’s life. Gomed is recommended to a person whose zodiac sign is Virgo and who under the influences of Rahu and Ketu is suffering from various health problems such as insomnia, sinus, eye diseases, skin diseases, allergies, piles, fatigue, high or low blood pressure, leprosy, various infections etc. Virgo is associated to the planet Mercury. Gomed is considered beneficial also for those persons who are active in politics or deal in poisonous products, iron, seeds and oil, wood, cloths, animals, leather goods, wine etc. Hessonite Garnet or Gomed is found in Srilanka, India(Bihar and Orissa), Burma and Thailand. Ceylonese Gomed is considered as the best quality of all. Its color resembles that of honey and cow urine.
3. Emerald or Panna- Emerald’s attractive green color gives it a royal look and that’s why it is widely used in ornaments also. Among astrologers Panna is known for warding off the ill effects of the planet mercury. They prescribe it to those persons whose zodiac sign is either Gemini or Virgo. It is considered very useful for intellectuals like teachers, doctors, architects, scientists, diplomats, engineers, writers etc. It also gives a boost up to businesses, helps artists to gain fame and makes the wearer full of love, passion and sympathy. Panna is considered as a great help for the persons suffering from asthma, cough, eye diseases, rheumatismtc. Appearance and chemical composition- Panna is a compound of silicate of aluminum, beryllium and oxygen. It is a very beautiful gemstone and is light to deep green in color. It is found in Brazil, Columbia, India, Pakistan, Zambia, Russia, Tanzania and Afghanistan.
4. Cat’s Eye- The gemstone gets it name due to its special quality of shining or winkling like the eyes of a cat in darkness. The gemstone Cat’s Eye pacifies Ketu, “the tail of dragon”. It is associated with the planet Jupiter. It makes the wearer’s life free of obstacle, accidents, despair and sorrow. People whose zodiac sign is Pisces or Leo are most benefited by this gemstone. Cat’s Eye is said to promote mental as well as physical health. The stone makes the wearer free of all negative thoughts and full of positive energy. It brings immense pleasure, strength and prosperity. It is found in Brazil, China, Russia, Srilanka, and many other countries.Chemical composition and Appearance- Cat’s Eye is composed of Beryllium and Aluminum Oxide. It is found in many colors but mostly in mixture of green, yellow and brown. The stone has a clear white line over it that gives it a similarity to cat’s eye.
5. Ruby- With its pinkish red color and fine crystal of six sided prism Ruby is often referred as stone of love and stone of royalty. It is associated with sun hence brings the positive effects of sun to the wearer. It makes the wearer determined, optimistic, and brilliant and brings good fortune to him. People whose zodiac sign is Leo are most benefited by this stone. Ruby is considered helpful to those persons who are suffering from heart diseases, blood pressure, bile complaints, hemorrhage, eye diseases, cerebral meningitis, typhoid, epilepsy etc.