Gemstones are an important concept in vedic astrology. There is considerable difference of views among astrologers about which gemstones a native must wear. Some astrologers are of the opinion that gemstones of planets which are weak in a horoscope should be wore to negate the ill-effects associated with those weak planets. Other astrologers surmise that gemstones of strong planets should be wore to improve the good effects associated with those planets.

     Now comes the strange part. Effects of gemstones are mentioned in old vedic texts like the Garuda Purana and Brihat Samhita but association with planets was not done in any of them.

     Drinking energy drinks does not make one a sportsperson. Buying expensive sports shoes do not make one an olympic sprinter. Applying fairness creams does not make one a movie star or celebrity. Similarly wearing gemstones does not make the problems go away.

     Some poor and troubled souls do expect their luck to change and change for better after wearing gemstones. Unfortunately for them that is not possible. Having said that many old and new astrological text as well as old vedic texts swear by the power of gemstones to positively influence a person. This is the main point to note for those who have bought or planning to buy gemstones. According to the texts these gemstones affect the subconscious and channel positive thoughts and energy into a native.

     In Ayurveda there is powdered version of gems known as bhasma which is used for medical purpose. Ancient Indians used the bhasma(gemstone powder) for medicinal purpose and passed the legacy.

     There are many alternate views on gemstones, its effect and also about its usage. But there is a general consensus that a gemstone which is processed is not fit to be wore and does not give any results. The gemstone can be cut and wore as a pendant or ring but it must not pass through any chemical process or any other refinement.

     When you buy gold it is generally not pure gold. There are other metals added to it to make it solid and give it shape. But a person wears those gold ornaments without any second thought. But when it comes to gemstones it needs to be ensured that they are not refined, some other metals are not added and they do not pass through any chemical process. Also the gemstone must be in contact with some part of body.

     A lot of clients are unsure if the gemstone would give them the desired results or not. When they are unsure it is best that they avoid buying gemstones. Gemstones work on subconscious and do not actually bring any luck or happiness themselves. A gemstone cannot be effective if there is no faith in their power much like it is with mantras.