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Natural Red Garnet – Upratna for Sun

March 9, 2013 by gemstoneuniverse Leave a Comment

Natural Red GarnetÂ – Upratna for Sun

Natural Mozambique Red Garnet

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Gemstoneuniverse.com Table Natural Red Garnet GemstoneÂ Facts

Gemstone	Natural Red Garnet
Weight	4.50 carats
Treatment	None
Origin	Mozambique
Planetary Energy	Sun
Patron Location	Bangalore / India
All inclusive Price	$ 244.91 / INR Â 13593
Comments	http://youtu.be/1G36pzVyXiMThe Sun as a deity is magnificent. It is pratyaksha devta â€“ a god visible to the human beings, who is not a concept, or simply formless. It makes tremendous sense to harness the powers of the great nourisher and nurturer â€“ the king of Zodiac if he happens to be a yogkaraka.Featured today is a natural red garnet of 4.50 carats set in Sterling silver as a Sun Talisman ring. The oval cut red garnet is from the mines of Mozambique. This natural and treatment free planetary gem has a fantastic jyotish weight, amazing clarity and an appealing deep intimate red color.The red garnet is the upratna for natural ruby. It is a gemstone of planet Sun/ Surya, and is used to harness Sunâ€™s positive planetary energy. Note: The above links generally exist on the website for a period of 40 days after which they are periodically deleted to make way for new gemstones and to enable faster browsing. Enjoy it in Video:

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New Lot of Natural Blue Moonstone – Shaleen 2013

March 8, 2013 by gemstoneuniverse 2 Comments

New Lot of Natural Blue Moonstone – Shaleen 2013

Shaleen 2013

The word Shaleen in Hindi is an adjective used to describe an individual with impressive and amazing grace, poise and elegance. This is exactly what these lovely blue moonstones convey by their appearance. Here’s presenting the new lot SHALEEN 2013, of natural and treatment free blue moonstone. Truly representative of the lunar energies, these blue moonstones are breath taking and very potent tool of planetary gem therapy.

These natural and treatment free blue moonstones come from the island of Serendib, currently known as the island of Srilanka. The cabochon cut gems have fantastic clarity and superb schiller – The adularescence is what makes this blue moonstone so distinct from the myriad other moonstones that are generally more translucent – cloudy in appearance. There is also a watery appeal that identifies strongly with moon energies. Blue moonstone is the upratna for natural pearl and is the gemstone of planet Moon. Blue moonstone is known as chandrakant mani in Hindi.

The new lot of Blue moonstones comes after a long spell. Some of you may have even noted non-availability of a jyotish quality blue moonstone at www.gemstoneuniverse.com for a while. Please note that not every gem makes the cut as a jyotish gemstone and we at Gemstoneuniverse believe in giving you nothing but the most genuine and best jyotish gems. Every gem is handpicked and unless it meets the stringent criteria, it is invariably rejected.

This despite the fact that we carry thousands of Blue Sheen Moonstones in the Gemstoneuniverse Buying Division we rejected around 200 odd lots to get the Perfect Jyotish Quality Moonst0nes that will work exceptionally for Moon Energies. Some of the lots that we rejected were priced 3-4 times the price of indiviual fine gems made available to you dear patrons.

We would also like to use this post to inform our dear patrons that Natural Untreated Treatment Free Yellow Topaz the uparatana for Jupiter is also undergoing similar equations. We are trying our best but we cannot guarantee a set date when these will be available. What we can guarantee is that you will get a Top Quality Jyotish Gemstone at 1/6th of the price. If a Gemstone does not qualify to be a Jyotish Gemstone it shall not be listed at Gemstoneuniverse.com online inventory.

This new lot of gems is a result of assiduous search and patient waiting period.

Each gem of SHALEEN 2013

– Is natural and treatment free

– Is from Srilanka

– Is cut en cabochon

– Has a notable adularescence

– Has radiant lunar planetary energies

– Has great healing potential

– Is fantastic jyotish quality

– Comes at a time when Blue Moonstones are increasingly becoming difficult to procure

– Comes at a very attractive price point

So what are you waiting for? Get yourself one, before this lot also sells out.

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Did You Witness a Miracle – Exploring the Wonderful World of Gems and More…

March 7, 2013 by gemstoneuniverse Leave a Comment

Did You Witness a Miracle – Exploring the Wonderful World of Gems and More…

Natural Colombian Emerald

“Vivo de milagro en milagro.

They live from a miracle to another miracle. This is what the gem traders of Colombia say (of course these are the small ones for whom every sale, of every single gem matters as it fuels the kitchen fires). While it is a simple yet eloquent way of putting forth the truth, there is also a depth that cannot be ignored.

Miracles happen in each one’s life. However there is a sense of entitlement with which human beings anticipate and approach outcomes. It is because of this the miracle is essentially reduced to ‘just another event’. It is only when a breakthrough happens in a tough time that miracles are accorded due status.

Gems in themselves are miracles. Who could have figured what magical sparkling treasures are secretly formed within the earth’s womb! Silently and steadily, it just spins its magic…

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Gemstoneuniverse.com Table Natural Colombian Emerald GemstoneÂ Facts

Gemstone	Natural Colombian Emerald
Weight	2.05 carats
Treatment	None. Fully Natural
Origin	Â Colombia
Planetary Energy	Mercury
Patron Location	Illinois,USA
All inclusive Price	$ 2964 / INR 164502
Comments	Featured today is a premium natural and treatment free Colombia. Emerald of 2.05 carats set in 22 karat gold as a mercury talisman ring. The lovely emerald has a step cut with truncated corners. The gem has an enticing rich color, the coveted oil drop effect and amazing clarity.It is a splendid choice for planetary gem therapy related to Mercury or Budh. Natural emerald or panna is the gemstone of Mercury or Budh and is used to harness its energies in Vedic astrology. Note: The above links generally exist on the website for a period of 40 days after which they are periodically deleted to make way for new gemstones and to enable faster browsing.Enjoy it in

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What is in a Name – Just Make Sure You Get the Correct Gem

March 6, 2013 by gemstoneuniverse Leave a Comment

What is in a Name – Just Make Sure You Get the Correct Gem

Natural Hessonite

There is so much than one can get confused with in the world of colored gemstones. Let alone the genuineness, there is a possibility that one can get really befuddled by several names a gem goes by! Usually a gem is given a fancy name to add to the romance or appeal.

Hessonite garnet is orange grossular that also goes by the name of Cinnamon stone. One may also get to hear the Hindi equivalent of gomed or gomedhaka or the Persian names of Zargun or Zarcunia.

The hessonite garnet is richly hued gem with a warmth to its appearance and glow of embers within. A good natural hessonite is all this and also displays a ‘roiled heat wave effect’ – a dreamy cognac in water like appearance or as if a heat wave is on within!
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Gemstoneuniverse.com Table Natural Hessonite Gemstone Facts

Gemstone	Natural Hessonite
Weight	6.64 carats
Treatment	None
Origin	Srilanka
Planetary Energy	Rahu
Patron Location	Bangalore / INDIA
All inclusive Price	On request
Comments	Featured today is a fine jyotish quality hessonite garnet of 6.64 carats set in 22 karat gold as a rahu talisman pendant. The natural and treatment free step cut hessonite from Sri Lanka has a rich cinnamon color and fantastic jyotish weight. Perfect for gem therapy.Natural hessonite or gomed is the gemstone of planet Rahu or the North node of the Moon.Enjoy it in Video:

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Natural Pakistan Peridot Planetary Bhasma Ring – Powering Mercury

March 2, 2013 by gemstoneuniverse Leave a Comment

Natural Pakistan Peridot Planetary Bhasma Ring – Powering Mercury

Natural Peridot Planetary Bhasma Ring

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Gemstoneuniverse.com Table Peridot Gemstone Facts

Gemstone	Natural Peridot
Weight	3.27 carats
Treatment	None, Untreated
Origin	Pakistan
Planetary Energy	Mercury, Budh
Patron Location	Bangalore/ India
All inclusive Price	$ 241.63 / INR 13411
Comments	Featured today is a beautiful gem – an oval cut olivine of the luscious green apple shade from the faraway mines of Pakistan. The natural and treatment free peridot of 3.27 carats has been set in sterling silver as a Mercury talisman ring. The gem has excellent clarity and vitreous lustre. The symbol of Mercury stands in relief on the shanks of the ring. The added feature is that it is a Planetary bhasma ring with the sacred herbal ash or bhasma of apamarga sealed into the tubular channels on the side of the gem that also form a part of the design element. Natural peridot or zabarjad is the upratna for emerald/ panna and is the gem of planet Mercury. Apamarga is the sacred herb of planet Mercury. Note: The above links generally exist on the website for a period of 40 days after which they are periodically deleted to make way for new gemstones and to enable faster browsing. Enjoy it in Video:

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Director Choreographer Farah Khan with her Yellow Sapphire – The Color of Fame

March 1, 2013 by gemstoneuniverse Leave a Comment

Director Choreographer Farah Khan with her Yellow Sapphire – The Color of Fame

Farah Khan

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For the average Indian gemstones have much more meaning than being fancy baubles or prized possessions. The gemstones are highly symbolic of the planetary powers so they go beyond ornamental purposes and are used as a revered medium of bringing about a positive change in life.

Strange but true, when people of note are seen to wear planetary gems, the appeal increases and so does the curiosity. One can invariably see the rich and famous wearing some gemstone. One could look at it the other way round where the gemstone’s power has brought about the noteworthiness, fame and fortune.

Of late among the well-known Bollywood celebs, one can see a slimmer looking director – choreographer Farah Khan in the media. She has directed Om Shanti Om and choreographed many a hit numbers. She can be seen wearing a yellow sapphire in gold ring in the index finger of right hand.

Natural Yellow Sapphire from GemstoneuniverseThe energy of yellow sapphire takes one towards the path of action rather than procrastination. It shakes away all doubt and induces a strength of will. The energy of this gemstone has the frequency of prosperity and wealth. It’s an excellent stone for success in business. Yellow sapphire can help one overcome self-doubt and fear of failure.

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Gemstoneuniverse.com Table Natural Yellow Sapphire Gemstone Facts

Gemstone	Natural Yellow Sapphire
Weight	2.08 carats
Treatment	None. Fully Natural
Origin	Sri Lanka/Ceylon
Planetary Energy	Jupiter
Patron Location	Bangalore/India
All inclusive Price	$ 1361.70 / INR 74575
Comments	Featured today is a premium yellow sapphire – a fully natural treatment free and unheated yellow sapphire from Ceylon of 2.08 carats set in 22 Karat gold as a Jupiter talisman ring. The oval cut yellow sapphire has fantastic clarity and a luscious golden butter yellow color.Natural yellow sapphire also known as pukhraj/ pushyaraag is the gemstone of planet Jupiter/ Guru/ Brihaspati in Vedic astrology. The yellow sapphire is always set in the precious metal yellow gold befitting Brihaspati’s status as the mentor of the gods, the royal priest! Note: The above links generally exist on the website for a period of 40 days after which they are periodically deleted to make way for new gemstones and to enable faster browsing.

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Understanding Lord Saturn – A Preliminary to Understanding Self

February 25, 2013 by gemstoneuniverse Leave a Comment

Understanding Lord Saturn – A Preliminary to Understanding Self

Natural Unheated Ceylon Blue Sapphire

Among the navagrahas, Lord Shani or Saturn is probably the most feared and the most misunderstood. It is only natural for children to dislike the hour when a strict teacher takes a class and to revel with an easygoing jovial one! Just similar is the case with human beings and planets – while the planetary period or influence of a soft planet or a yogkaraka is enjoyable, the planetary period of karmic planets, especially like that of Saturn brings difficult lessons and relentless troubles.

Lord Saturn in Vedic astrology and among the planets is the grandmaster of karmic retribution. He is largely instrumental in balancing the karmic books of individuals. In the sacred texts, he is described as having emaciated and long physique, tawny eyes, windy in temperament, big teeth, is indolent and lame, and has coarse hair.

Shanidev

He is depicted usually with a sword, arrow, trident and riding a raven/ crow/ vulture. His imagery is dark and scary conveying his hard taskmaster, no-nonsense aura completely. While his dasha or period of influence can be very hard, good conduct, sincerity, forgiveness and a life of truth and ethics can bring much relief as these are the very virtues Shanidev tries to impart – to convert ignorance and pain into lasting wisdom!

One can also find much relief by wearing his gemstone – blue sapphire, if Saturn is placed favourably in the birth chart. There can also be decrease in intensity of pain by praying to Shiva who is his guru, by praying to Hanuman especially on Saturdays and by visiting the Shaneeshwara temple on Saturday evenings. Individuals can make a pilgrimage to the Thirunallar temple in Kumbhakonam, Tamil Nadu and seek the grace from Lord Shani, who is regarded to be in his benevolent form in this particular temple.
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Gemstoneuniverse.com Table Natural Blue Sapphire GemstoneÂ Facts

Gemstone	Natural Blue Sapphire
Weight	3.14 carats
Treatment	None. Fully Natural,
Origin	Srilanka
Planetary Energy	Saturn
Patron Location	New Delhi /India
All inclusive Price	$ 1719 / INR 96264
Comments	Featured today is a fully natural and treatment free Ceylon blue sapphire of 3.14 carat set in Sterling silver as a Saturn talisman ring. This unheated blue sapphire is a tantalizing oval with excellent clarity and scintillating blue color with violet overtones.Natural blue sapphire or neelam gemstone is the gem of Lord Saturn and is used in a talisman to harness the energies of this planet. To view this Gemstone before it was set please click here. Note: The above links generally exist on the website for a period of 40 days after which they are periodically deleted to make way for new gemstones and to enable faster browsing. Enjoy it in Video:

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Understanding the Emerald Cut and What it Does for Your Gem

February 21, 2013 by gemstoneuniverse Leave a Comment

Understanding the Emerald Cut and What it Does for Your Gem

Natural Colombian Emerald Ring with Accent Gems

The most popular cut for emeralds is the step cut or the trap cut – so much so that it has been named the classic emerald cut. In this cut, the gem has a distinct table with rectangular faces on the crown as well as the pavilion, running parallel to the girdle.
The facets are sometimes square with truncated corners. There are two rows on the top, crown, and usually three rows on the pavilion or cone. This cut is preferred cut for emeralds as it allows for maximum weight retention and does give a stable form to this relatively soft gem that rates 7 on Mohs Scale and scratches easily.

Emerald cut

While this is a great cut for an emerald, the emerald or step cut is unable to bring out the fire and brilliance in gems like diamond. A round brilliant diamond with 58 facets including the culet allow for light to bounce off so many surfaces, creating a spell binding brilliance!

Anatomy of a Round brilliant cut

And with the diamonds high refractive index, it would be a pity not to get the maximum fire and brilliance from the gem. It is a fact that emerald cut diamonds sell at a lesser price than round brilliants! They have their own connoisseurs though.

The emerald cut is good bet for emeralds as the clarity is almost always compromised in this gem that invariably forms in nature with multiple inclusions or Jardine. So there is hardly anything to lose in terms of brilliance or fire. Instead the advantage lies in this cut highlighting the rich velvety emerald green color.

Emeralds over one carat will invariably have one or the other clarity characteristics. So while judging an emerald, one has to be accommodative about inclusions. However, it does not mean that clarity can go for a toss! It means that a good natural emerald must have a diaphanous look, where light passes through the crystals giving it a soft inner glow.

Some top quality emeralds from Colombia have clear crystal and therefore may be found in mixed cuts highlighting the stunning clarity and lustre, typical of that geographic location.

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Gemstoneuniverse.com Table Natural Colombian Emerald GemstoneÂ Facts

Gemstone	Natural Colombian Emerald
Weight	2.30 carats -0.441 Ascent Stones
Treatment	None. Fully Natural
Origin	Â Colombia
Planetary Energy	Mercury
Patron Location	Singapore
All inclusive Price	$ 1634.90 / INR 91554.40
Comments	Featured today is beautiful natural and treatment free Colombian emerald with early summer grass green color. The step cut natural emerald is 2.30 carats in weight and has great clarity, as would be regarded in the world of emeralds. The gem has been set in 22-karat gold with two more emeralds used as accent gems ensconced within the symbol of Mercury.These accent gems are calibrated 3mm rounds and are natural Colombian emeralds, intense deep emerald green in color.Natural emerald or panna is the gemstone of Mercury or Budh and is used to harness its energies in Vedic astrology.Note: The above links generally exist on the website for a period of 40 days after which they are periodically deleted to make way for new gemstones and to enable faster browsing.

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Rare & Perfect Chatoyant Band in this Royal Cat’s Eye Chrysoberyl Pendant-A Charm of the ancients!

December 31, 2012 by gemstoneuniverse Leave a Comment

Rare & Perfect Chatoyant Band in this Royal Cat’s Eye Chrysoberyl Pendant-A Charm of the ancients!

Natural Chrysoberyl Cats eye of 1.87 carats Gemstoneuniverse

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Gemstoneuniverse.com Table Cat’s Eye Chrysoberyl Gemstone Facts

Gemstone	Cat’s Eye Chrysoberyl
Weight	1.87 carats
Treatment	None. Fully Natural
Origin	Sri Lanka
Planetary Energy	Ketu/ South Node
Patron Location	Andhra Pradesh / India
All inclusive Price	$ 1235 / INR 70395
Comments	There is energy and then there is a blazing energy, energy that cannot be stopped and this is what one feels when one views this Royal Cat’s Eye Gemstone. This is a perfect example of a Kanak Khet cat’s eye. The singular striking factor is the sharp, distinct and lightening like Chatoyant Band that promises to vanquish negativity and misfortune like the, Sword of truth

The Ceylon cat’s eye featured today is a fully natural and treatment free gem of 1.87 carats set in sterling silver, as a Ketu talisman pendant. The gem is a lovely translucent golden green in color and is a cabochon gem displaying excellent chatoyancy.

Cat’s eye or vaidurya/ lehsunia is the gemstone of Planet Ketu or the South Node of the Moon.

The Band becomes even more striking because of the rich golden color this Natural and Untreated Cat’s Eye from Sri Lanka possesses. Sitting majestically in the sacred Ketu symbol this charm of the ancients has fascinated humankind since eons. Enjoy the power of the Jyotish Gems to heal and bring the desired changes in life.

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The Season of Transformation – Heralded by a Premium Natural Ceylon Blue Sapphire

August 22, 2012 by gemstoneuniverse Leave a Comment

The Season of Transformation – Heralded by a Premium Natural Ceylon Blue Sapphire

Natural Blue Sapphire of 3.78 carats Gemstoneuniverse

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Gemstoneuniverse.com Table Natural Blue Sapphire Gemstone Facts

Gemstone	Natural Blue Sapphire
Weight	3.78 carats
Treatment	None. Fully Natural,
Origin	Srilanka
Planetary Energy	Saturn
Patron Location	VICTORIA / AUSTRALIA
All inclusive Price	$ 2533.29 / INR 140597.60
Comments	Gemstones such as the one featured today are what jyotish gemstones should be like. The perfect example of what makes the cut on the stringent parameters required for a jyotish rashi ratna.

Soak in the blissful sight of a natural and unheated Ceylon Blue sapphire set in silver as a Saturn Talisman ring. The treatment free blue sapphire of 3.78 carat has a fantastic jyotish weight along with a coveted rich silky sky blue color. The oval shaped gemstone has excellent clarity and electric lustre â€“ hallmarks of a fine natural gem.

In Vedic astrology, natural Blue sapphire or neelam is the gemstone of Lord Saturn/ Shani and is the rashi ratna for the signs/ rashis of Capricorn (makar) and Aquarius (kumbha). For best results in planetary gem therapy one must use a jyotish quality gemstone only.

Please note that in this particular blue sapphire, on display is master lapidary work. The fantastic cutting and polishing of the gem has lent it a matchless brilliance – almost adamantine (diamond like) in nature. The symmetry and dimensions, in fact the aesthetic appeal is completely determined by the cutter who is the artist in the world of gemstones.

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Bangalore / INDIA

New Delhi /India

VICTORIA / AUSTRALIA