Gemstones have long been used in Vedic astrology as powerful tools to strengthen favorable planetary energies and protect against malefic influences. Each gemstone is associated with a specific planet and, when worn correctly, can bring health, success, protection, peace, and prosperity.
But remember: Wearing the wrong gemstone without astrological guidance can backfire. That’s why it’s important to choose your gemstone based on your birth chart (kundli) and planetary positions—not just your Sun sign.
Gemstones for Each Planet
Sun – Ruby (Manek)
- Benefits: Leadership, self-confidence, fame, authority, vitality
- Wear if: Sun is your ruling planet or placed well in the chart (e.g., Leo ascendant)
- Avoid if: Sun is debilitated or afflicted in your chart
- Day to wear: Sunday
Moon – Pearl (Moti)
- Benefits: Emotional stability, peace of mind, maternal blessings, better sleep
- Wear if: Moon is weak, afflicted, or ruling your Ascendant (e.g., Cancer Lagna)
- Avoid if: Moon is malefic or conjoined with Rahu/Ketu
- Day to wear: Monday
Mars – Red Coral (Moonga)
- Benefits: Courage, vitality, protection, action, blood-related health
- Wear if: Mars is your chart ruler (e.g., Aries or Scorpio ascendant)
- Avoid if: Mars is malefic or debilitated
- Day to wear: Tuesday
Mercury – Emerald (Panna)
- Benefits: Intelligence, communication, business success, clarity
- Wear if: Mercury rules your ascendant or key houses (e.g., Gemini, Virgo Lagna)
- Avoid if: Mercury is afflicted by malefics like Rahu/Saturn
- Day to wear: Wednesday
Jupiter – Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj)
- Benefits: Wisdom, marriage, prosperity, spiritual growth, children
- Wear if: Jupiter is the chart ruler (e.g., Sagittarius, Pisces ascendant)
- Avoid if: Jupiter is combust or heavily afflicted
- Day to wear: Thursday
Venus – Diamond (Heera) / White Sapphire
- Benefits: Luxury, love, creativity, relationships, beauty
- Wear if: Venus rules your chart or favorable houses (e.g., Taurus or Libra ascendant)
- Avoid if: Venus is weak, afflicted, or combust
- Day to wear: Friday
Saturn – Blue Sapphire (Neelam)
- Benefits: Discipline, long life, stability, justice, career success
- Wear only if: Saturn is a benefic for your chart (e.g., Capricorn or Aquarius Lagna)
- Caution: Blue Sapphire is powerful—test it before wearing
- Day to wear: Saturday
Rahu – Hessonite Garnet (Gomed)
- Benefits: Mental clarity, relief from confusion, unexpected success
- Wear only if: Rahu is favorable or causing Rahu Mahadasha
- Caution: Needs careful analysis before use
- Day to wear: Saturday
Ketu – Cat’s Eye (Lehsunia)
- Benefits: Spiritual upliftment, protection from hidden enemies, detachment
- Wear only if: You are under Ketu Mahadasha or Ketu is beneficial
- Caution: Not suitable for everyone
- Day to wear: Tuesday or Thursday
Important Notes Before Wearing Any Gemstone:
- Consult a qualified astrologer to check your full birth chart
- Never self-prescribe gemstones, especially Blue Sapphire, Gomed, or Cat’s Eye
- Do a trial/test period before fully wearing certain gemstones
- Use proper rituals and metal settings (e.g., gold, silver, panchdhatu)
- Energize the stone with the appropriate mantra before wearing