Friday, March 25, 2016

Navaratna gems

Navaratna  is a Sanskrit compound word meaning "nine gems". Jewelry created in this style has important cultural significance in HinduismJainismBuddhism, and Sikhism, among other religions. Navaratna gems are listed below.



  1. Ruby for Surya (Sun),
  2. Pearl for Chandra (Moon),
  3. Red Coral for Mangala (Mars),
  4. Emerald for Budha (Mercury),
  5. Yellow sapphire for Bṛhaspati (Jupiter),
  6. Diamond for Shukra (Venus),
  7. Blue sapphire for Shani (Saturn),
  8. Hessonite for Rahu (the ascending lunar node)
  9. Cat's Eye for Ketu (the descending lunar node),

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