How to Choose the Right Gemstone in Vedic Astrology
A comprehensive guide to selecting gemstones based on your birth chart, planetary positions, and dasha periods.
By Pandit Rajendra Sharma
Vedic astrology prescribes gemstones as powerful tools to strengthen benefic planets and pacify malefic ones.
The first step is a thorough analysis of your janam kundli by a qualified Jyotishi.
Each of the nine grahas corresponds to a specific gemstone: Sun to ruby, Moon to pearl, Mars to red coral, Mercury to emerald, Jupiter to yellow sapphire, Venus to diamond, Saturn to blue sapphire, Rahu to hessonite, and Ketu to cat's eye.
Before wearing any gemstone, consider the planet's house placement, lordship, and current dasha period.
Gemstones should ideally be natural, untreated, and of sufficient weight — typically 3-5 carats for rings.
The metal setting and finger of wearing are equally important.
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