Importance of Gemstones
 

Gemology deals with gems which are used as a remedial measure in vedic astrology. In ancient period Emperors used to wear lots of jewels which contain gemstones. Because gemstones receive light emitting from planets. Each planet has significant qualities like leadership qualities, intuitive power, courage, intelligence, money abundance, spirituality, comforts, marriage job, profession, earthly pleasures and enlightenment. A person would be able to receive above mentioned qualities by wearing gemstones.  Gemstones are classified into two major divisions. One is precious gemstones, and another is semi-precious gemstones. Precious gemstones are much costlier than the semi-precious gemstone. A person should wear a gemstone after analyzing natal horoscope. A person should avoid Moon sign’s gemstone. Because in Indian system of astrology functional benefic and malefic houses are there. Likewise, functional benefic and malefic planets are there. Natal horoscope analysis is very important for choosing a gemstone. The quality of a gemstone is determined by crystal and chemical structure, specific gravity, refractive index and by hardness of a gemstone. The gemstone’s weight is measured in carat. 

Precious gemstones: 

In ancient texts Indian sages segregate gemstone according to the property of planets. Ruby having the quality of Sun. Pearl having the quality of Moon. Coral having the quality of Mars. Emerald has the quality of Mercury. Yellow sapphire has the quality of Jupiter. Blue sapphire possessing the quality of Saturn. Hessonite emitting the nature of Rahu. Cat’s eye develops the nature of Ketu. 
Semi-Precious gemstones:
    Semi-precious gemstones are cheaper than the precious ones. Anyone can wear any type of semi-precious gemstone. The semi-precious gemstones are also emitting the quality of planets.  People do not afford to buy precious gemstones, can buy and wear semi-precious gemstones. A person can wear semiprecious gemstone ring instead of precious one. Some of the semi-precious gemstones are agate, amber, amethyst, aquamarine, aventurine, chalcedony, chrysocolla, chrysoprase, citrine, garnet, hematite, jade, jasper, jet, kunzite, lapis lazuli, malachite, moonstone, obsidian, onyx, peridot, rhodonite, sunstone, tiger's eye, tanzanite, topaz, turquoise and tourmaline.

Salagrama or Shaligram:

    Salagrama or shaligrama is a fossilized shell. In Hindu mythology Salagrama is a very auspicious stone. It reflects Lord Vishnu. If a person owns a salagrama, then he must do some rituals and poojas to get the blessings of Lord Vishnu. Shalagramams are generally collected from the riverbeds and banks like Gantaki river in Nepal. 

Rudraksha:

    Rudraksha is a seed of rudraksha tree. The meaning of Rudraksha is eyes of Lord Shiva. There are 21 types of rudrakshas are available on the market. single faced rudraksha to 21 faced rudraksha. If a person wears rudraksha, then the person would be able to possess good health, high energy level and he would be able to connect with spirituality naturally. 

Sphatik:

    Sphatik is clear quartz crystal which gives cooling effect. Wearing Sphatik removes excess heat from body. It gives concentration and gives singular focus. It relieves migraine headaches and reduces stress. It can be wearing like a sphatik mala around the neck.
Benefits of gemstones have been listed above. People can consult an astrologer to find a suitable gemstone which will attract luck prosperity in their life.