Golden Yellow Topaz – Alternative Gem for Yellow Sapphire

Imperial Golden Yellow Topaz of 4.15 ratti for Brihaspati Vedic Energies

The Imperial Golden Yellow Topaz is a class apart in itself, despite the fact that it is considered to be a superior alternate gem. Talisman picture featured today speaks for itself.

Look at this Brazilian loupe-clean octagonal imperial golden yellow topaz set in silver. This 4.15 ratti gem has a superb clarity with great lustre. It is fully natural, treatment free, radiation free – and this is what precisely makes a jyotish quality gem a very potent agency for bringing tangible changes in life.

Brilliant like the golden mellow yellow rays of the early morning sun, the imperial golden yellow topaz is used as a superior alternate gem for yellow sapphire. The benevolent energies of Brihaspati , symbolizing eternal wisdom and intelligence can be harnessed through this endearing gem that has many benefits.



Breastplate of the High Priest (Book of Exodus)

Topaz is the second gem at first row is one of the twelve breastplate stones of the High Priest referred to in the Book of Exodus. The breastplate stones are considered sacred to twelve mighty angels who guard the gates to Paradise.

In the mineral world, Topaz is liked more especially for its ability to grow huge gem grade crystals, unlike other gems making the size a prime factor in determining price.



Imperial topaz crystal and a faceted gem at the Smithsonian institute

The Imperial Topaz is usually an intense golden to reddish-orange color and is found primarily in Brazil. The imperial topaz crystal and the faceted gem that are on display at the Smithsonian Institute and represented in picture are of 875.4 and 93.6 carats respectively.

Take a look at high quality natural unehanced Yellow Topaz a superior substitute gemstone to Yellow Sapphire. http://www.gemstoneuniverse.com

Courage and Valiance – Positive Energies Abound in this Japanese Red Coral Talisman Ring

Mars – It is the planet that symbolises vigor, valiance, youth, courage and strength. Kuja as he is known in the Hindu Mythology. Mars is the God of war, one who leads the forces in a battle.



Natural Moonga of 6.12 Ratti

Above featured is Red Coral ring. A flamboyant Japanese Red Coral of 6.12 Ratti has been set in 22 karat gold, with the symbol of Mars standing in relief on the shanks. This full-blooded Red Coral with the rich Mediterranean Ox Blood Color is what a Jyotish quality gem should be like.

A good weight coupled with the rich texture and natural organic origin makes it a prize piece.

The red coral is believed to give courage and give the individuals, confidence to take on even the tasks that have hitherto appeared daunting. It is believed to be very helpful to an individual suffering from blood disorders.



Planet Mars - The God of war

Red coral is also known as moonga, pravaal, vidrum is a gem that has been known for its mystical abilities to ward off the evil eye and render itself as a very protective shield to the wearer and across several cultures. The increasing paucity of this gem is leading to a lot of unscrouplous traders pushing plastic and camel bone in the garb of red coral. Read more about this natural red coral.

This organic gemstone is indeed a treasure and its value is likely to see an escaltion in its price, in the face of demand. Treasure yours, if you have a real natural organic one!. Look here for natural organic red coral. Gemstone Universe

Natural Ceylon Blue Sapphire – Mystique of a Fine Gem

There is always a force that can launch you forward. There is belief and then there are the natural gem stones – one of the simplest methods of tilting the cosmic forces in your favor. This simple method that does not require you to perform complex relegious procedures. Just accept your ring with faith and respect and its ready for action.

Featured below is a Natural Ceylon Blue Sapphire Men’s ring. The cushion cut gem of 2.47 Ratti has an sharp sky blue with violet tones and is set in sterling silver.



Natural Blue Sapphire of 2.47 Ratti

Gemstone universe has huge collections of these expectional unheated blue sapphires.

Untreated, fully natural Neelam have a lot of power and according to Vedic science can significantly change an individual’s faith.

Neelam as it is known otherwise is also basically corundum (Aluminium Oxide) which gains the blue colour due to the presence of traces of the element titanium.

The legendary Kashmir Blue Sapphires have been the best Blue sapphires known to mankind, but unfortunately indiscriminate mining led to complete exhaustion of the yield. They are now the stuff of legends actually and possibly reside in the private colections of connoiseurs. The richness of its color makes it stand out absolutely. Now the best blue sapphires come from Ceylon.



Exceptional blue sapphire and diamond brooch

Feast your eyes on this 26.41-carat, cushion-shaped Kashmir Blue Sapphire and diamond brooch that fetched more than $3.8 million or $145,000 per carat at Christies Hong Kong auction in November 2011. http://www.gemstoneuniverse.com

What is Iolite Gem - The use of Iolite in Indian Vedic Astrology

Natural Madagascar Iolite of 3.57 carats

1) What is the Iolite Gemstone Used for? Iolite also known as the Neeli in the sacred texts is the alternate for Blue Sapphire. In some dialects it is also known as Kaka Neeli. Profound in its impact wherein may people consider its powers equivalent to the Blue Sapphire this Gem in Sanskrit is also called as Much Loved by Saturn. In Crystal healing & Chakra healing therapy Iolite is used for the crown Chakra.

2) What are the Iolite Colors?

Iolite is a optical phenomena Gemstone exhibits very strong Pleochroism. Also referred to as Dichroite it exhibits intense Violetish Blue, purplish blue, Light Blue and yellow gray Colors when viewed from different angles.

3) Iolite in history and folklorev - The world’s first polarizing filter!

Iolite is known as the compass of the Vikings. The Viking Sailors used very thin Iolite pieces to look at the hazy sky or overcast conditions to determine the exact position of the Sun to set the course.

4) Iolite Inclusions

Natural Iolite in rarely eye clean. Grains and crystal silica are the inclusions inside the natural Iolite.

5) About the Iolite Ring?

Featured above is a fine Iolite of 3.57 carats mined in Madagascar. This lovely also exhibited a Purplish Blue Shade once it was set in the Silver ring and a high degree of Pleochroism. Lovely shade and color play, electric brilliance, symmetrical cut and looks as alluring as a Neelam. Wonder why some people classify it as a Upratanas when such Gems stones make the grade as jewellery Grade. At Gemstoneuniverse everything is precious. With such Uparatanas people are reporting excellent results. Gemstone Universe

An Introduction to Pukhraj - The Gemstone of Lord Jupiter. The Gem of Good Luck and Prosperity!

Introduction of Jupiter as per sacred Vedic Astrology Texts

Jupiter is the largest and heaviest planet in the solar system and is known as the Deva Guru . Jupiter is given the ministership among the assembly of nine planets.

The Jupiter is a Sattvik and benefiting planet, Significator of luck and fortune. Jupiter is male, disciplined, obliging, and divine.

It is a gigantic, self-illuminating planet, radiating more energy than it receives. Brihaspati represents wisdom, religion in human life. This aspect of Jupiter is very unique and this all giving nature ensures that Jupiter is a kind planet. The planet that accepts remedies done is right earnest and devotion speaks about the magnanimity of Jupiter.



Jupiter is the heaviest planet in the Solar System. It radiates more energy than it receives

Introduction to the Yellow Sapphire -The Gem of Devguru Brihaspati

Yellow Sapphire is the gem representing the positive powers of Jupiter. Yellow Sapphire is also known widely as Pushparagam . It is known as ‘push raja’ in Sanskrit and as ‘Pukhraaj’ in Hindi. In some local dialects it is also known as the Peetmani.



Exhibit above is Jupiter Pendant having fine unheated Yellow Sapphires and sacred Jupiter Symbol. Unique implementation of Gem Therapy without compromising on Gem Quality

Yellow Sapphires bring prosperity to anyone who wears it, thus making it one of the most popular and beneficial gemstones among the Nine Planetary Gems. It improves the financial status of the wearer as well as bestow him or her with wealth, good health, fame, name, honour and success. In the Indian culture Yellow Sapphires are considered to be auspicious, bringing peace and prosperity and ensuring continuation of the family. Yellow Sapphire represents divine grace.

One of the safest gemstones, Yellow Sapphire is the gemstone of knowledge, auspicious wealth and loving relationships and provides general well bring and spiritual knowledge of the wearer.

It is a fact mentioned in the sacred texts that all married women desirous of a harmony in married life and a happy family should wear a Yellow Sapphire for a harmonious and prosperous family life as in the chart of the female native, Jupiter is the significator of the Husband.

Yellow Sapphire benefits:

Yellow sapphire gives wearer good health, wisdom, property, longevity, name, honors and fame and protects from evil spirits. It is one of the best Gems stone especially during the academic life. Students wearing Jyotish Quality Yellow Sapphires do well in academics.

It removes the delay in the way of marriage for a female indiviual. If there is an obstruction in getting a suitable match for a girl, she gets a suitable match by wearing a yellow sapphire. It brings stability in married life and the wearer is blessed with children.

Besides removing obstacles in getting married and correcting imbalance in relationships it also serves as a favourite wedding ring in Indian traditions because in a Female’s horoscope Jupiter - the ruling planet of Yellow Sapphire represents the husband and also represents all joys of conjugal bliss.

Yellow Sapphire unites separated lovers, renders marital bliss among the couple and ensures heirs.

The wearer of yellow sapphire gets the knowledge of law, ethics, wit, wisdom, pleasure of getting issues, worldly happiness, Para physical bliss, physical power, cleverness, long life, good health, food grains, prosperity glory and mental peace, intelligence, physical strength, good health, better behaviour, long life, worldly happiness and prosperity in life and blessings to beget a progeny.



Exhibit highlighting the sought after Butter Yellow Color.

It is one of the most beneficial Gems for those involved in creative and academic pursuits such as Authors and writers as Jupiter represents knowledge, advocates, lawyers and Judges as it represents wisdom and businessmen especially of the trading class as it signifies financial prosperity.

A pure natural yellow sapphire gem increases physical and mental strength, health and longevity of life. It promotes marital bliss, birth of a son, religious and related activities.

Healing/curative powers of Natural Yellow Sapphire

Medically it is effective in jaundice, throat infection, protects the livers, lungs, ears and blood circulation, dropsy, flatulence, dyspepsia, abscess, disorders of pancreas, tumours, skin troubles, cerebral congestion, catarrh, circulation of blood in the arteries and fat in the body.

Always wear a natural, unheated and flawless Yellow Sapphire just like the Dev Guru Brihaspati himself to get the best results.

What to Look for in a Jyotish Quality Yellow Sapphire:

Just like Jupiter is Pure and Sattvik so should be the yellow sapphire for the best results lord Guru has to offer.

The three most sought after colours in the Yellow Sapphires as described in the sacred texts are the Kanaka Pushya Raga, Medium Butter Yellow and Light Butter Yellow.

1) The clarity has to be exceptional for a full movement of light. Always target a clarity level of above 90%. This is the benchmark for a Jyotish quality Gemstone.

2) The Yellow Sapphire has to be fully treatment free. No heat, no diffusion or dye for it to be even considered for Astrology Gem therapy purposes.

3) Target weight of minimum 2 carats and above. Correct weight shall depend on unique planetary positions and horoscope assessment. You can combine several small Gems of exceptional clarity and color to make up the weight but do not compromise on the 1st three parameters listed above.

4) If above three conditions are met your Yellow Sapphire shall deliver results and blessings of Lord Brihaspati.

Flaws to avoid in Yellow Sapphire

Even though the sacred texts list several flaws and the resultant bad effects of such flaws I am listing some basic negative flaws that should be avoided absolutely. These can bring bad luck, ill health, loss of wealth and in some cases very adverse results.

a) Yellow Saphires with black dot like inclusion should be avoided.

b) Avoid Two shades of Yellow in the same sapphires.

c) Yellow Sapphires with web like inclusions inside should be avoided.

d) Yellow sapphires which lacks in lustre & color should be avoided.

e) Treated Gems should be completed shunned.

What to Shun Totally:

A big anomaly of unethical trade is the mass marketing of Diffused Thai Yellow Sapphires as Kanaka Pushya Raga. This is the biggest problem especially in Southern part of India such as Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai and some sectors in Western India especially Mumbai. These are petrol colored Sapphires that give zero results for Astrological Purposes. Petrol color is not Golden Yellow color as described in the sacred texts. They go through Surface diffusion and are very cheap, non gem grade material goods. They are no where Sattvik Vedic Gems.

In Northern parts of India, You would need to watch out for Dyed Sri Lankan Yellow Sapphires in heavy weight such as 4-6 carats. There are primarily white in color andthey dyed to make yellow. Simple exposure to Sunlight will make them white. They will give bad results Astrologically. More information on this can be accessed in the Gem Pyramid Write up.

Uparatanas of Yellow Sapphire: Yellow Topaz and Heliodor give excellent results as Uparatanas to Yellow Sapphires. Good Quality Yellow Topaz is a fast acting Gemstone and should not be confused with Citrine. Citrine gives Zero Results as a Jupiter Gem.

Prayer to Lord Brihaspati

"The one who is the Teacher of the Devas and Sages, the one who is radiant and intelligent, The Lord of all the three worlds, I prostrate before that divine teacher Brihaspathi."

I dedicate this article to the Sacred Divine Planetary Gemology and my Guru - Guruji Shrii Arnav


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What is a Planetary Emerald - The Sacred Science of Color Shades, Flaws and Effects - Natural Emerald

Featured above is an alluring Jyotish emerald set in a Mercury Talisman ring. Lovely New Born Grass Green Color having the shade of Vallisneria Octandra devoid of any flaws as listed in the sacred texts. View the equal distribution of color that makes the gem look gorgeous. Add to that the element of exceptional clarity, the distinctness of the origin and lack of any makeup read enhancing treatment and you have a Jyotish Gem a Gem capable of creating remarkable turnarounds.

For us at Gemstoneuniverse each single Gemstone Ring that we provide is alive, alive with Vedic Energy, Energy that has the power of change, change for the positive, change for betterment. Every Single gem is so powerful and every single gem that we showcase gives us the opportunity of sharing with you knowledge and information not available easily. Knowledge that sets you apart from everybody else.

Even though the term Jyotish Quality is not incredible complicated it is not easy also to fully understand the true ramifications of Jyotish Quality easily. It takes a decade to fully understand just the 4C’s of cut, color, and clarity and carat weight but to understand Jyotish Quality it takes longer.

It requires patience, dedication, desire to excel, practice and above all humility.

This above featured Emerald ring gives us an opportunity to share some vital information with you regarding Jyotish Quality Emeralds .

What exactly is a Jyotish Quality Emerald ?

Essentially explained in given below points to avoid complications:

a) The Emerald should be beautiful. b) The color should be fine. c) The clarity should be 85% and more that ensures a full play of light. d) Cut should be symmetrical adding to the beauty and lustre of the Emerald. e) It should be treatment free.

That’s it. Is it that simple? NO. Every single point above carries several other permutations and combination and that is why Vedic Gem Therapy is an ocean and the vital information is available only to a selected few.

The Shastras specify that even among all shades of emerald only seven shades are most preferred. One of the shades of emeralds specified in the sacred texts is of the color of new born grass of the species Vallisneria Octandra.



There are other 6 shades that also bring about the desired results. This particular Emerald featured above is of the color of Vallisneria Octandra. Just as the sacred texts specify preferred shades, the texts also specify undesirable shades that lead to problems and complications.

Flaws to avoid In a Jyotish Quality Emerald ?

For Every Gemstone to be used for harnessing of Planetary energies for good fortune the sacred texts describe the flaws to be avoided. 8 primary flaws and 6 secondary flaws have been enlisted in the shastras that have to be avoided totally in emeralds. These Flaws bring about bad luck, problems and complications.

One of the Flaws to be avoided is that the Emerald should not be a Bishfota. A Bishfota emerald is an emerald having a Yellow Spot. A Bishfota Emerald causes death from wounds, injury, accident or weapons.

So even if the Emerald qualifies on the bulleted points listed above for a Jyotish Quality Emerald if it is has yellow spot or has any other flaw as listed in the Shastras it fails to be a Jyotish Quality Gem. It will bring problems and complications.

Pricing of emeralds - The Biggest deciding factor

When Pricing Emeralds the biggest factor is color, followed by clarity and weight. Color is the biggest determinant in emerald pricing. Here are the list of Natural Emeralds. Just focus on the color shades and you shall have your answer.


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Flawless Neelam of 4+ carats for Lord Shani Dev powers in Vedic Astrology

Choosing a Vedic Gemstone/ How to avoid Flaws in a Jyotish Gemstone



Featured here is a fine sky Neelam of 4.27 carats. Notice the pleasing color, fine clarity leading to scintillation and electric lustre. Lack of any heat enhancement, the cut, and color, clarity and carat weight make it a very special Jyotish Qaulity Gem because not only it excels on the 4c’s and lack of treatment, it is free from any flaws as listed in the sacred texts.

Blue Sapphire also called as the Neelam has many benefits according to Indian Vedic Astrology. Gem of the powerful planet Shani Dev it has to be one of the fastest acting gemstones and one of the most potent gemstones. While selecting Natural Blue Sapphire one should pay special attention that no flaws as listed in the sacred texts are present as they lead to negative results. This leads us to the discussion about what exactly is a Jyotish gemstone?

A Jyotish Quality Gem stones is a special class of a Gem that not only excels on the 4c’s of cut, color, clarity ,carat weight and lack of any enhancing treatment but it also has to be free from any of the flaws that cause detrimental results as per the sacred texts.

This information is available to only a chosen few.

For example one of the flaws listed in the Shastras to avoid in a Blue Sapphire is that it should not be Dudhiya.

Dudhiya means it should not have spiral inclusions to a degree that a portion of the Sapphire looks milky. A Blue Sapphire which is a Dudhiya will cause loss from position and problems to one’s progeny.

There are Sixteen such flaws listed in the sacred texts that the Blue Sapphire should be free of. So it might be possible that the Blue Sapphire might be unheated and natural, excels on the 4C’s and cost thousands of Dollars but still not be a Jyotish Qaulity if it is a Dudhiya or has any flaws listed in the sacred text. Similarly there are flaws listed for each of the Nine primary gemstones that have to be absolutely absent for a Gemstone to function as a Jyotish Gemstone and not cause negative results.

Such a Blue Sapphire will bring good fortune and wealth to its wearer. The excellence on the 4c’s lend it beauty and allure and freedom from any flaws render it powerful and potent to give the promised results.


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