Emerald (Panna) – Veraj Gems

Emerald

Emerald also known as Panna, gemstone of Mercury(बुध) , popularly known as Budh (बुध) in Vedic astrology. Mercury is the governing planet of intellect and communication. Therefore, wearing the Emerald Gemstone can benefit in enhancing the functions of the brain like memory, intellect, intuition and communication. It is green in color, various shades of green from light green to dark green. The green color of Panna(Emerald) is due to the chromium element . Emerald is considered hot in nature. It can do wonders for one’s intelligence. On the contrary, even with its amazing benefits, it is not recommended for newly wedded couples as it can hamper their sexual desires by reducing them. One should consult astrologer before wearing the Emerald Stone.

Benefits

Price

Quality

Who Should Wear?

Benefits

The panna gemstone is popularly used all over the world in the form of jewellery. However, here, it is famous for its astrological benefits.

Perfect for Intellectual, Creative and Financial Endeavours
Enhanced Verbal and Communication skills
Alleviates Stress, enhances senses and improves skin

Price

Emerald (Panna) Gemstone Price

Although, the Emerald gemstone is priced really high, it is always in high demand in markets all over the world. Depending on the place of origin, clarity, color and size, the costs for the Emerald gemstone vary anywhere between ₹ 800 ($12.30 ) and may go as high as ₹ 2 lakh ($3076) per carat or above.

Quality

Origin– Colombian Emerald gemstones are priced fairly high in India due to its splendid color and can cost anywhere between ₹ 3,200 to ₹ 2 Lakh per carat ($49.23 to $3076) or above .Zambian emeralds are also pretty popular and have a lower price range than the above gemstone. The price range comes anywhere between ₹ 1000 and ₹ 1.5 Lakh per carat ($30 to $ 2500). Brazilian emeralds are comparatively start cheaper from counterparts .

Color- The brighter and greener the color of the emerald gemstone, the higher the costs in the market. Although, if the Emerald gemstone contains iron in huge quantities, it can cause a bluish tint, which can in turn lower the price of the gemstone. The Colombian Emeralds are high in demand compared to its counterparts from other origins. Due to its vivid saturation, they showcase an excellent balance between green and blue tints and therefore, are highly priced.more the chromium better the green rich color . Usually columbian emerald have more chromium from other emeralds.lower quality zambian emerald have bluish tinge which is not advisable in terms of astrology,braziallian emeralds doesn’t have bluish tone so they do good in solving astrological purposes.

Clarity- Emeralds without visible inclusions are very rare to find as they come with a “Type 3” grade of clarity indicators as every piece tends to have some amount of inclusions. For this reason, stones with almost no visible inclusions are priced much higher. The Emerald gemstone from the Columbian origin are costlier due to better clarity.

Cut– Buying a gemstone in round or oval form is cheaper. However, heavily faceted gemstones are costlier. In order to get a customised shape the gemstone has to go through a cutting process which may lead to the wastage of the stone. This may increase the price of the Emerald gemstone by 20% to 30%.

Carat Weight- A low carat gemstone with a good clarity and a bright green color is priced higher than a high carat Emerald gemstone with less clarity and dull green color.always prefer quality over quantity.

Treatment– The emerald gemstones which have undergone treatments like safe and colorless oiling are costlier compared to the ones treated with hard epoxy-like resins.

In India Emerald stone prices are calculated both in carats as well as rattis.

Who Should Wear?

Who should wear Emelard gemstone?

With Mercury being the lord, the Emerald gemstone is recommended for people suffering from the negative effects of Mercury or the ones who need to strengthen the Mercury in their horoscope.

According to Vedic Astrology, the emerald gemstone can be worn by people belonging to rashis such as Mithun (Gemini) and Kanya (Virgo) Rashi. It can also be worn by Kark(Cancer) Rashi. Ascendants of Tauras, Libra, Capricorn, and Aquarius can wear the Emerald gemstone.one should consult astrologer before wearing emerald.

Carat weight – 2ct above to 11ct

Color – medium green to dark vivid green

Metal– preferably Gold, Panchdhatu, silver and white gold also.

Finger– little finger of either of the hand.

Day & time– Wednesday, morning 5-7 am

Mantra & Chanting times – Om Budhaya Namah (In Hindi) (108 times).

Planet– Mercury

Vedic Rashi– Mithun

Western Sign– Cancer

Suitable ascendants– Taurus, Libra, Capricorn , Aquarius