What Are Gemstones?

Gemstones are naturally occurring pieces of mineral, which are cut and polished to be used as a jewel.They are organic, colourful and very attractive. Naturally occurring gemstones are irregular and usually lack lustre. They are given that look by a systematic cutting and polishing process.

There are precious and semi-precious Gemstones.

Contrary to popular belief, there are only 4 precious gems. Emerald, Ruby, Diamond and Sapphire.All the remaining are semi-precious.

Some debate that gemstones do not have any significant effect on humans, while some firmly believe that they do!

Well, delving into such debates is definitely a waste of time as neither is there an absolute answer or physical proof nor can we underestimate personal experiences. So it’s better to leave it to every individual to decide for themselves. Nevertheless, many claim to have experienced its miraculous transformational effects.

Right from ancient times, gemstones have had a significant role in people’s lives and many theories have been proposed regarding the personalised gemstone as per one’s date of birth, star-sign, time of birth etc.There is also a strong belief that if one wears a gemstone that doesn’t suit his/her zodiac sign, then there is a possibility of it bringing misfortune.

 Take a look at some of the positive and negative influences of gemstones based on your zodiac sign:

1)   ARIES (May 21 – Apr 20)

• Zodiac Birth Stone- DIAMOND Gemstone
• Ruling Planet- Mars
• Element- Fire
• Month- April

HOW DOES IT WORK?

Diamond is associated with the following properties:-

• Relationships
• inner strength
• balance and clarity
• It blesses one with abundance in life

 HEALTH BENEFITS:-

Diamond has a healing properties related to

• Pituitary glands
• Brain Abnormalities
• Useful in naturally flushing out toxins from the body

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2) TAURUS (Apr 21 – May 20)

Zodiac Birth stone- Emerald Gemstone

• Ruling Planet- Venus
• Element- Earth
• Month- May

How does it work:-

Emerald Gemstone is associated with the following properties

• Enhances memory
• Provides intuitive capacity
• Related to Loyalty, Friendship and faith

Health Benefits:-

Emerald has a healing effect related to

• Fertility
• Brain and Spinal cord
• Eyes
• Reduces headache
• Enhances mental capability

3) GEMINI (May 21 – June 21)

Zodiac Birth Stone- Pearl Gemstone

• Ruling Planet- Mercury
• Element- Air
• Month- June

How does it work?

Pearl is associated with the following properties:-

• Friendship and Faith
• Modesty and Purity
• Loyalty and Chastity
• It enhances the quality of integrity within us

Health benefits:-

Pearl has a healing positive effects related to:

• Stomach and intestine
• Heart and spleen
• Ulcer problems
• It also cools the body quite effectively

However, it is believed that pearls bring tears or sadness and therefore should never be worn for one’s engagement or wedding. Pearls make poor gifts as receiving or gifting pearls is always considered to bring bad luck to the end user.

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4) CANCER (June 22 – July 22)

• Zodiac Birth Stone- Ruby Gemstone
• Ruling Planet- Mercury
• Element- Water
• Month- July

How does it work?

Ruby is associated with the following properties:-

• Devotion and Courage
• Integrity and Happiness
• Strength and Vitality
• It enhances Energy and Generosity

Health benefits

Ruby has a healing effect related to:-

• Infection
• Blood
• Enhances and optimistic thought process

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5) LEO (July 23 – Aug 23)

Zodiac Birth Stone- Peridot Gemstone

• Ruling Planet- Sun
• Element- Fire
• Month- August

How does it work?

Peridot is associated with the following properties:-

• Faith and Loyalty
• Love and Truth
• Dignity and Fame
• It enhances Prosperity, growth and open-minded-ness

Health benefits

Peridot has a healing effect related to:-

• -Lymph and Lungs
• -Sinus and Breast

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6) VIRGO (Aug 24 – Sept 23)

Zodiac Birth Stone:- Sapphire Gemstone

• Ruling Planet:- Mercury
• Element:- Earth
• Month:- September

How does it work?

Sapphire is associated with the following properties:-

• Sincerity and Truth
• Constancy and Insight
• Interpretation and Clairvoyance

Health benefits

Sapphire has a healing property related to:-

• Inflammation and lowering fever
• Cancer and Burns
• Hearing Problems

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7) LIBRA (Sept 24 – Oct 23)

Zodiac Birth Stone- Opal Gemstone

• Ruling Planet- Venus
• Element- Air
• Month- October

How does it work?

Opal is associated with the following properties:-

• Innocence and Purity
• Hope and Faithfulness
• Happiness and confidence

Health benefits

Opal has healing effects related to:-

• Eyes and Eye Infections
• enhances healing mechanism of the body

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8) SCORPIO (October 24 – November 22)

Zodiac Birth Stone:- Topaz Gemstone

• Ruling Planet:- Pluto
• Element:- Water
• Month:- November

How does it work?

Topaz is associated with the following properties:-

• Loyalty and Friendship
• Constancy and Faithfulness
• Releasing Tension and Balancing emotions

Health benefits

Topaz has a healing effect related to the following:-

• Blood Disorders and Asthma
• Gout and Sanity
• Tuberculosis and Insomnia

9) SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23 – Dec 21)

Zodiac Birth Stone- Turquoise Gemstone

• Ruling Planet- Jupiter
• Element- Fire
• Month- December

How does it work?

Turquoise is associated with the following properties:-

• Success and Fortune
• Prosperity and Happiness
• Regeneration and communication
• Strength and protection against all diseases

Health benefits

Turquoise has a healing effect on the following:-

• Lungs and Asthma
• Teeth and Throat
• Depression and Infections

10) CAPRICORN (Dec 22 – Jan 20)

Zodiac Birth Stone:- Garnet Gemstone

• Ruling Planet:- Saturn
• Element:- Earth
• Mouth:- January

How does it work?

Garnet is associated with the following properties:-

• Truth and Purity
• faithfulness and Friendship
• Commitment and Insight
• Regeneration and Awareness and Removing negativity

Health benefits

Garnet has healing properties related to:-

• Heart and Blood
• Lungs and Infections
• It is also used to enhance sensuality and sexuality

11) AQUARIUS (Jan 21 – Feb 19)

Zodiac Birth Stone:- Amethyst Gemstone

• Ruling Planet:- Uranus
• Element:- Air
• Mouth:- February

How does it work?

Amethyst is associated with the following properties:-

• Stability and balance
• Peace, Courage and Inner Strength
• Sincerity and a calm mind

Health benefits

Amethyst has healing effects on the following:-

• Withdrawal from any kind of addiction- also called
• ‘Sobriety stone’
• Insomnia, Arthritis, Circulatory system issues
• Headaches, Pain relief and general healing

12) PISCES (Feb 20 – Mar 20)

Zodiac Birth Stone- Aquamarine Gemstone

• Ruling Planet- Neptune
• Element- Water
• Month- March

How does it work?

Aquamarine is associated with the following properties:-

• Friendship and Courage
• Awareness and Ease of communication
• Faithfulness and Quick Response

Health benefits

Aquamarine has healing effects related to

• Throat problems and Stress related problems

It is very important to note that this is a generalised system of classification and is not necessarily applicable to all. If you are searching for the best gemstone match then it is highly recommended that you consult a qualified astrologer.