Gemstone Library — Navagraha Planetary Stones
The traditional gemstone associated with each of the nine Vedic planets (Navagraha), with the classical guidance for wearing it — recommended day, metal setting, finger, and weight — drawn from traditional Vedic remedial practice.
Traditional Vedic remedial practice ties each planet to a specific primary gemstone, believed to strengthen that planet's positive influence when worn correctly — this reference lists the classical stone, day, metal, and finger guidance for all nine Navagraha planets in one place.
Vedic tradition generally recommends confirming a planet is genuinely weak or afflicted in your real chart before wearing its remedial stone, since strengthening an already-strong planet is traditionally considered unnecessary or even unhelpful — this page is a reference for the classical associations themselves, not a substitute for that check.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Navagraha gemstone therapy in Vedic astrology?
A traditional Vedic remedial system pairing each of the nine classical planets with a specific gemstone believed to strengthen that planet's positive themes when it's weak or afflicted — a traditional practice, not a medical or scientific claim.
What is a ratti, and how many carats is it?
A traditional Indian unit of weight used for gemstones, roughly equal to 0.91 carats. Classical guidance for each Navagraha stone is usually given in ratti rather than carats.
Why does Blue Sapphire (Neelam) need to be test-worn before committing to it?
Classical texts single out Blue Sapphire, Saturn's stone, as unpredictable — its effect is traditionally said to show up quickly, for better or worse, so it's traditionally advised to test-wear it first.
Which gemstone corresponds to which planet in Vedic astrology?
Ruby for the Sun, Pearl for the Moon, Red Coral for Mars, Emerald for Mercury, Yellow Sapphire for Jupiter, Diamond for Venus, Blue Sapphire for Saturn, Hessonite for Rahu, and Cat's Eye for Ketu.
Should I buy a Navagraha gemstone without consulting anyone first?
This page is offered as a traditional reference, not a recommendation to self-prescribe — a genuine practitioner consultation and a reputable gemologist matter more than any general table.