Vedic Ratna Shastra · रत्न शास्त्र
Gemstones & Astrology
In Vedic astrology, gemstones (Ratna) amplify planetary energies. Each planet rules a specific gem. Wearing the right gem at the right time strengthens weak planets and protects from malefic influences.
Click any gemstone for complete Vedic details — planet, wearing method, benefits, contraindications
Planet
Sun
Rashi
Simha
Colour
Deep Red
Metal
Gold
Finger
Ring finger
Boosts confidence, authority and leadership
Planet
Moon
Rashi
Kark
Colour
Creamy White
Metal
Silver
Finger
Little finger
Calms mind, reduces anxiety and depression
Planet
Mars
Rashi
Mesh, Vrishchik
Colour
Blood Red / Orange-Red
Metal
Gold or Copper
Finger
Ring finger
Boosts courage, energy and physical strength
Planet
Mercury
Rashi
Mithun, Kanya
Colour
Vivid Green
Metal
Gold
Finger
Little finger
Sharpens intelligence, memory and analytical ability
Planet
Jupiter
Rashi
Dhanu, Meen
Colour
Golden Yellow
Metal
Gold
Finger
Index finger
Most auspicious and safest gemstone — very few contraindications
Planet
Venus
Rashi
Vrishabh, Tula
Colour
Colourless / White
Metal
Platinum or White Gold
Finger
Middle finger
Brings luxury, beauty, wealth and comforts
Planet
Saturn
Rashi
Makar, Kumbh
Colour
Deep Blue / Cornflower Blue
Metal
Iron (Pancha Dhatu) or Silver
Finger
Middle finger
Most powerful and fastest-acting gemstone
Planet
Rahu
Rashi
Kumbh (co-lord)
Colour
Honey Brown / Orange-Brown
Metal
Silver (Pancha Dhatu)
Finger
Middle finger
Removes confusion, mental fog and indecision
Planet
Ketu
Rashi
Vrishchik (co-lord)
Colour
Yellowish-Green / Grey with Silver Band
Metal
Silver
Finger
Ring finger
Most powerful for spiritual liberation and moksha