30/10/2016
Nine Stone Wonder
1 Ruby
For the sun, energises professional success, character and confidence, and assures completion of projects and general all-round good luck. Protects the heart and circulation, and aids digestion. Ruby substitutes include the red spinel, garnet or rubellite.
2 Yellow Sapphire
For Jupiter,justice, government, leadership, wealth and fortune. Aids circulation and pancreatic health. Yellow topaz or heliodor are acceptable substitutes.
3 Emerald
For Mercury, influences the intellect, communications – especially speech – and humour. The peridot is a substitute.
4 Diamond
For Venus, is associated with beauty, harmony and protection against diseases of the skeletal and reproduction systems. It’s said to protect and give strength to overcome problems. Alternatives are white sapphire or zircon.
5 Pearl
For the moon, affects the mind, emotions and psyche. Influences mental health, circulation and digestion. Substitutes are white or blue moonstone.
6 Red Coral
For Mars, governs physical strength, courage and initiative, which is why it is often worn by people in the military forces. Carnelian or red agate can also be used.
7 Hessonite
For Rahu, removes fear, and promotes clarity and spiritual growth. Promotes bone health and blood circulation. Lapis lazuli can stand in for this stone.
8 Blue Sapphire
For Saturn, supports good health, prosperity and fame. It promotes gall bladder, digestive and throat health. The lolite or amethyst can be used as a substitute.
9 Cat’s-eye
For Ketu, promotes courage, pleasure, prosperity, and protection from enemies, and turns the mind towards spirituality. Supports heart health and mental clarity.