Gemstones are the most over-sold remedy in astrology. A stone strengthens a planet, so the only real question is whether that planet should be strengthened in your chart. Musa Hossain is an astrologer and gemologist, and he will tell you plainly when you need no stone at all.
How we choose a gemstone
- From your Ascendant, not your zodiac sign. Which planets are functional benefics for your Lagna? See why sign-based charts are incomplete.
- Strength and placement. A helpful planet that is weak is the classic case for a stone; a planet ruling difficult houses usually is not.
- Current dasha. The running period changes which stone helps now.
- Weight, metal, finger and day, set to your chart and body weight.
- Trial period for stronger stones such as blue sapphire.
The nine planetary gems
Ruby (Sun), Pearl (Moon), Red Coral (Mars), Emerald (Mercury), Yellow Sapphire (Jupiter), Diamond (Venus), Blue Sapphire (Saturn), Hessonite (Rahu) and Cat’s Eye (Ketu). Read the overview on our gemstones page, or try the free gemstone finder first.
Natural, verified stones
If a stone is recommended, we can source 100% natural stones that are verified before you pay and can be viewed before purchase. You are free to buy elsewhere; the advice is the same either way.
Common questions
Can I wear more than one stone?
Sometimes, but some combinations clash. See Navaratna vs single gemstones.
Are substitutes (uparatna) acceptable?
Yes for milder effect and lower budgets; they are prescribed differently.
Book this session
Every service is 1,000 BDT per session, up to 60 minutes, paid in advance. Sessions run in person at our chamber in Hosaf Shopping Complex, Malibag Mour, Dhaka (daily 2:00–8:00 pm, closed Thursday) or online by video or phone, in English, Bangla or Hindi. Overseas clients can pay the equivalent by card or bank transfer; in Bangladesh, bKash, Nagad or bank transfer.
Request an appointment or call 01919-312385. See all services and fees.