The Ultimate Process

We are led by Guruji Shrii Arnav.

Guruji Shrii Arnav - Vedic Guru is also an internationally acclaimed planetary gemmologist. An Accredited Jewelry Professional from the Gemmological Institute of America (GIA), at present he is the chief mentor of http://www.astromandir.com and http://www.gemstoneuniverse.com besides being the Dharmadhikari of the Vara Siddhi Vinayaka Temple.

He is also the horoscope columnist of Sunday Herald - A leading Indian English daily.

He is also a member of the Ruling Committee of the esteemed PGA - Planetary Gemmologists Association, Thailand.

His singular belief and guidance has helped evolve this system which ensures that gemstone therapy works for the individual.

PLEASE TAKE NOTE:

We have no third party supplier unlike other Astrology Services/ Astrologers/ Consultants. Our Gemstones are picked up directly from mines, independent suppliers and each lot of gemstone selection is done by a qualified Astro Gemologist. (An Astro-Gemologist is one who is a Certified Astrologer AND a Certified Gemologist!). Every single STAFF MEMBER at Gemstoneuniverse is a certified Gemologist from the GIA or AIGS. Read more on GIA's Workshop and Accreditation Program exclusively at Gemstoneuniverse. And NOT one who is an astrologer who also happens to practice Gemology or a jeweller who just happens to carry gemstones.

Choosing a Jyotish gemstone is not an easy task. Besides assessment of cut, color, clarity, carat weight and lack of treatment, a certified Astro Gemologist has to ensure that the Jyotish Gemstone is free from any of the flaws listed in sacred texts that lead to bad results. Read one such example on choosing vedic gemstones.

Every Single Gemstone that makes it to the Gemstoneuniverse website is a true Jyotish Gemstone.

After the initial process of selection of a Vedic Gem, the Gemstones are certified.

Independent Lab Certification

Each Gemstone gets certified independently by a registered, reputable and accredited Gem lab. This ensures complete authenticity of the planetary gemstone and complete transparency for the end customer.

Provided below are some samples of certificates authenticating the gemstones we provide. The cut, color, clarity, carat weight, country of origin, treatment or lack thereof, dimensions, species, shape, etc. are all mentioned clearly, setting apart each gem.

We just don’t get a Gem tested for identification such as Natural Blue Sapphire but specifically ask for add-on certification services specifying origin and treatments.

What you see is what you get.

Our Sheer Range, reach, numbers that we do and the diverse markets from where we source our gemstones ensure that there is world class certification made available from several labs across the globe. There is no singular lab which we patronize (which may be another reason for antennas being raised!).

 

To give you an idea of what value Gemstoneuniverse complete package from start (when you order your gem report) to end (when your customized talisman reaches you) delivers simply consider the cost of certification in this GIA certification fee schedule. Have a look at this chart for the charges for Certification and charges for add on certification such as origin, treatment etc.

The complete value of Certification, Appraisal, Insurance, hallmarking when calculated for one single gemstone would range anywhere from $250-$350/-.

It is our numbers and consistency that gets us volume discounts from the Laboratories which we forward to you as a Gemstoneuniverse advantage and not as freebies.

Your charge of $125 in shipping includes all this and is just not shipping.

The bigger Value even than the selection and the certification is professional appraisal.

Independent Appraisal

Once the certification is over and the Gemstone is set, there is an independent appraisal conducted for authenticity of goods and the price by a panel appointed by the Government of India and the Jewellers association. This panel has eminent Gemologists and Jewellers on board who put their signature on documentation of the finished piece of Jewellery and Gemstone after examination.

This ensures that the products are top class and there is NO QUESTION of under-invoicing/over-invoicing. Your product is appraised at the correct price and has value throughout life.

Provided for your understanding is also a scanned copy of appraisal done by a Govt. Appraiser (a person who functions specifically in this capacity on an official post created by the Government of India, GOI) who gives his assessment along with Jewellers Association.

Also presented is a sample invoice which carries every single detail of your transaction with Gemstoneuniverse, which will be sent to you. We advocate complete transparency and zero ambiguity.

Unmatched Price

We offer you natural gemstones with such exceptional clarity and lack of treatment that a Gemstone with equivalent clarity level and lack of treatment will be at least priced 6 times at majority of vendors.

We offer you 1/6th of the cost because we source directly from the mines/mine owners and because of Government Instituted Appraisal Panel. We hate to harp on this but our goal is service to planetary gemology and our vision is to ensure that the efficacy and glory of this sacred science reaches all.

Leaving all marketing hype we suggest you to go through the resources listed below and we can only say: If you can get a similar gemstone at a lesser price from anywhere we shall buy 100 carats from you.

Gemstoneuniverse Asia Pacific Division - Reach and Value

http://www.gemstoneuniverse.com/buyingdivision.php

Price

Are you sure that your cheapest Gemstone is not the most expensive one.

The Colored Gemstone Pricing Index.

The World Ruby situation.

You will find our presence at each of the major Gemstone and Jewelry shows all over the world every year.

Insurance

Your package is also insured. Please go through the sample scanned insurance document provided for your understanding. There is due diligence at our end for we believe in not only the fine, precious talismans you order but in the value of hard work and flawless processing done at our end.

* Special Duty Structure exists for the countries of UK, New Zealand and UAE. This is a minor duty and is usually lower than 5% of the total package value.

Vedic Consecration

Consecration and energization of the Gemstone in your name, birth star is a vital and essential part that plays a major role in Vedic Gemstone Therapy. Your Gemstone is consecrated and energized as per full Vedic rites.

Consecration of your talisman - Encrypting your spiritual DNA

Hallmarking

1. Gold used for setting of the Gemstones is certified 22 KDM Gold/ 18 KDM Gold. There is a hallmark for 22 KDM/ 18KDM on all www.gemstoneuniverse.com gold rings, pendants and talismans.
2. Silver used in setting of gemstones is Sterling Silver - 92.5 grade, the purest form for ornamental silver. This is also hallmarked.
3. Your Gemstones will be appraised at a minimum of 3 levels of Government of India authorities and will carry an independent lab certification before being dispatched to you.
4. Each Gemstone after going through the stringent process of Selection, Appraisal and Certification is finally insured and all duties are paid to ensure that your precious Planetary Gemstone reaches you in mint condition. Each package after appraisal and certification is wax sealed to ensure that no one else except you can open the package.

Returns, Refunds and Buy Back

And Finally the Biggest Guarantee

Lifetime Buy Back Facility

If a gemstone that you buy is original, gem quality and authentic it will have value throughout your lifetime. In some cases, value will also increase manifold. This is generally the case for mostly all our gems for they are fine, natural and untreated.

For example, natural yellow sapphire, whole lots that we were procuring for $270 per carat in the year 2004 is now available at a minimum price point of $700 per carat, provided one buys a minimum quantity of 250 carats or more.

More Detailed story on Rubies – Soon to be Stuff of Legends & a New royal Lot

You will understand that nature's capacity to replenish fine gems is also limited; hence the steep appreciation in value. Each single gemstone from Gemstoneuniverse is so unique, certified and original that we offer you a lifetime buyback facility of the following gemstone categories:

75% Lifetime Buy Back

Precious Gemstones only

On all Rubies, Yellow Sapphires, Blue Sapphires, Emeralds, White Sapphires and Diamonds you have a lifetime value of 75% of your gemstone cost, minus the labour, appraisal, insurance and shipping cost.

This is flat 75% return. Please note if the gemstone is returned, it will have minor surface scratches and blemishes etc. which come with normal use. This gemstone will again go to the cutting and polishing centre. This incurs cutting and polishing costs and some kind of mineral wastage during a recut hence 75%.

Note: As per sacred tenets of Gemology a single consecrated gem can be used by a loved one or a blood relative. Once a Gem is sold and returned it is never listed back at Gemstoneuniverse online inventory of Jyotish Gemstones.

Each single product that we ship out is digitally catalogued. You can browse real time figures and statistics of more than a 1000 finished pieces on the Gemstoneuniverse blog. A returned gemstone will make it back to Gemstoneuniverse buying division to be sold for Jewellery or investment but it will NOT make it again to the Gemstoneuniverse online inventory.

Note: As of 5th December 2011, our return rate is less than .5%. Individuals who have implemented the Gem therapy as per the process listed above and the guidelines given by Guruji Shrii Arnav have enjoyed the benefits and appreciated their gemstones. In majority of the refund cases we have seen that the individual has bought the gemstone but has not sought prior Vedic Recommendation from us which actually should be the first step towards choosing a Vedic Gemstone.

50% Lifetime Buy Back

Semi Precious Gemstones

On all semi precious gemstones like Hessonite, Cat's Eye, Garnet, Tourmaline, Heliodor, Peridot, Topaz, Blue Sheen Moonstone, Iolite, Amethyst, Opals, Lapis Lazuli you have a lifetime value of 50% of your gemstone cost, minus the labour, appraisal, insurance and shipping cost.

This is flat 50% return. Please note if the gemstone is returned it will have minor surface scratches and blemishes etc. which come with normal use. This gemstone will again go to the cutting and polishing centre. This incurs cutting and polishing costs and some kind of mineral wastage during a recut hence 50%.

Organic Gemstones

There is no buy back on Organic Gemstones like Natural Pearls and Red Corals simply because these gemstones are not hard as precious gemstones and they waste over a period of time.

Please note carefully:

The buyback exists throughout your lifetime, provided

1. The original invoice, certificate, Government appraisal documents are intact with you. Please preserve these documents. Without these documents, we will not be able to honour any case for refund or buyback. Categorization in right inventory is also rendered impossible. These documents have to be submitted to various legal authorities including the Reserve Bank of India so that the process is fast and without any hitches.
   
2. The Gemstone has not been removed from its original setting and is not damaged or having a crack.
   
3. You have a professional appraisal for a finished piece. If there is an issue with the gemstone or the metal it will not get certified and appraised in the first place.

Till the above two conditions are met your mind is at peace and the buyback ensured.

90% Lifetime Buy back

Gemstone Quality Upgrade

This facility exists for those of our selected and esteemed patrons who have purchased valuable Planetary Gemstones have experienced good benefits and want to wear a better quality Gemstone, which in turn will have better effects for it will surpass the earlier gemstone on the 4C's of cut, color, clarity and carat weight. In such cases you have a lifetime value of 90% of your gemstone cost, minus the labour, appraisal, insurance and shipping cost.

So are you ready to enjoy ...

• World Class Recommendation by a top Astro Gemologist?
  
• World Class Gemstone offered to you at 1/6th of the price from the choicest mines all over the world?
  
• World Class certification and Appraisal that ensures that your gemstone has value throughout your lifetime?
  
• A remedial measure that give you tangible and quantifiable gains?

If your answer is YES,

Then Welcome to the Gemstoneuniverse Family!!!

Our Credentials

Gemstoneuniverse has won the Export Excellence Award from Karnataka, for the second year in a row. The award comes in recognition for commitment to service, exceptional products, high quality and ethical standards apart from just reaching significant volumes.

Gemstoneuniverse has diverse clientele spread worldwide and is committed to the cause of Planetary Gem Therapy. The award also acknowledges the exceptional product quality, world class certification and transparency in the complete Gemstoneuniverse process.

Astro Journey is a certified member of the Gemstone and Jewelry export promotion council, GJEPC, Ministry of Commerce - Government of India. Astro Journey is the member of the Directorate General of Foreign Trade, Ministry of Finance, Government of India.

Astro Journey is the member of the Directorate General of Foreign Trade, Ministry of Finance, Government of India.

Astro Journey (www.astromandir.com) has been online for the past 10 years and has played a major role in the standardization of Vedic Astrology, Gemology and Spiritual Sciences.

Top certified Gemmologists including GIA qualified and accredited Staff.

Gemstoneuniverse.com is a fully owned subsidiary of Astro Journey (astromandir.com) started with the aim of providing Natural, untreated, astrologically potent gemstones, talismans, rings and pendants at the correct price to our friends worldwide. Just like our parent concern "Astro Journey" we aim to bring you the best planetary Gemology has to offer by taking the guess work out.