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Ancient jewellers in India had classified gemstones into two major categories: Maharatnani (great gems) and Uparatnani (secondary gems). Diamonds, rubies, sapphires, pearls and emeralds were placed in the former class. In India, gemstones are believed to possess supernatural powers. All the gemstones are represented by some planet or the other. The famous Kashmir sapphires are extracted from a remote region in the Great Himalayas of north-western India. They are found in the small Kudi (rock) Valley (elevation of approx. 4500 m), near the hamlet of Sumjam, in the area of Padar in Kashmir. Primitive methods have always been used for mining in Kashmir due to the remote location and altitude. The sapphires of Kashmir are known for their highly saturated violetish- blue color and “sleepy” or “velvety” transparency due to the presence of silk. They are extremely rare and so highly valued that they have gained an almost mythical reputation. They come from the outcrops in the high wall ...

Representing planet Jupiter, Yellow Sapphire or Pukhraj is a naturally occurring gemstone which is one of the most expensive gemstones when compared to the others. It is also known as Peetmani in some local dialects. Its color varies from pale to dark yellow. Yellow Sapphire brings prosperity in the life of the wearer. Financial status of the wearer gets improved and he/she is bestowed with immense wealth, fame, honour, good health, name and success. This gemstone is considered to be auspicious as it brings prosperity and peace in the life of the wearer. It keeps evil spirits at bay and helps student achieve success in their academic fields. Imbalances in relations are corrected and obstacles are removed from marriage. It also serves an ideal wedding ring as per Indian traditions. Mental and physical strength and longevity of life is increased with the help of a pure natural Pukhraj. It promotes religious related activities and marital bliss. There are many healing/curative powers ...

Being the gemstone of Venus, Opal brings happiness and love in the life of the wearer. This gemstone is slightly translucent. Benefits of Opal are innumerable. By the combination of water and silica, this gemstone was formed hundreds of years ago in cracks and spaces. Opal is the national gemstone of Australia and is available in variety of colors, but the most common ones are white, grey, pink, olive brown, black and slate. It represents zodiac sign Libra and is most commonly used in birthstone jewellery. Opal derived its name from 3 words of three different languages. They include Greek word Opalliois, Latin word Opalus and Sanskrit word Upala. They all mean precious. It is not necessary that all the gemstones on this Earth are suitable for anyone and everyone. Therefore, only after recommendation by an astrologer, one should wear this gemstone. Opal gemstone enhances happiness and joy in marital life. If you are going through a tuff phase in your love or marital life, wearing...