Gems & Planets
What each gem is traditionally worn for, which planet it serves, and when I'd talk you out of it.
From the shop: learn about each planet’s gem here: what to look for in it and how to wear it.
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How do Astrological Gemstones Work?
Precious gemstones have been used throughout the world for thousands of years to promote healing, fortune, and good luck. In our experience at Astrological Gem, high quality natural gemstones can…
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What Is Vedic Gemology?
This system originates from Vedic Astrology, otherwise known as Jyotish, which is one of the oldest forms of astrology in the world and is still widely regarded as the most…
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Red Coral for Mars: Properties and Benefits
Red coral, according to Vedic Astrology, is the primary gemstone for Mars. It is said to be warming and invigorating. Our red coral customers report an increase in courage, vitality, and motivation…
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Yellow Sapphire for Jupiter: Properties, Benefits & Substitutes
One of the most commonly sold stones at Astrological Gem is the unheated yellow sapphire, which our customers buy to strengthen Jupiter in their Vedic astrological birth chart. Jupiter is…
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Powerful Rahu & Ketu Gemstones: Benefits & Side Effects
There are two main methods of gemstone recommendation in Vedic Astrology. One method is to prescribe gemstones for your most benefic planets in order to produce auspicious results. The other method,…
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Blue Sapphire Effects & Benefits – Should You Strengthen Saturn?
I've noticed over the years that our clients tend to purchase Saturn gemstones for one of two reasons: some wish to strengthen the presence of Saturn in their lives and some wish to appease or minimize Saturn's difficult…
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Yellow Topaz: A Jupiter Gemstone for Vedic Astrology
I am, personally, a very big fan of yellow topaz. My mother wears it. My father wears it. Two of my closest friends wear it. Not only do I recommend…
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The Ins and Outs of Astrological Pearls
As one of the oldest forms of jewelry, pearls have been held in reverence and esteem in almost every historical culture. Ancient Vedic text speaks of pearl as the "daughter…
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Can I wear this diamond?
So your astrologer says “You need to strengthen Venus! Wear a diamond on your middle finger.” Inside you pump up and think “Diamonds, sweet, I have those earrings and that…
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The Nine Jyotish Gems and Their Corresponding Vedic Planets
At Astrological Gem, we hear time and time again from gemstone wearers about the results they notice from top-quality Vedic gemstones. These results are traditionally in alignment with the qualities…
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