Navaratna (nine gems)
Navaratna are the nine gems linked with the nine planets: ruby, pearl, red coral, emerald, yellow sapphire, diamond, blue sapphire, hessonite and cat’s eye. They are worn singly or together as a remedy.
Also known as: Navratna, Nav ratna, Nine gemstones, Navagraha gems, planetary gemstones
Each graha has a primary gem: the Sun ruby, the Moon pearl, Mars red coral, Mercury emerald, Jupiter yellow sapphire, Venus diamond, Saturn blue sapphire, Rahu hessonite and Ketu cat’s eye. The pairing is old and widely followed, and in the classic Navaratna jewel the ruby sits at the centre, ringed by the other eight.
As a remedy, astrologers usually suggest one or two stones for planets that are helpful in your chart, often the lords of the ascendant, the 5th and the 9th houses. Stones for planets ruling the 3rd, 6th, 8th, 11th or 12th are usually avoided, because strengthening those planets can magnify those themes, and stones for the lords of the 2nd and 7th are worn only with care.
A stone should suit the whole chart, not just your Sun or Moon sign. Blue sapphire, hessonite and cat’s eye in particular are not recommended for everyone. A ring with all nine gems is generally worn as a balanced, auspicious piece rather than as a targeted remedy.
Gems are a traditional support, not a promise of health, wealth or success. Buy natural, certified stones and consult a qualified astrologer first.