Emerald (Panna): Know benefits, Substitute, who should wear it and who should avoid
Emerald gives a soothing effect to eyes with its light to deep green colour. It Represents the planet of wisdom, Mercury and is generally good for those in Gemini, Virgo and Mercury Nakshatra such as Revati, , Ashlesha, and Jyestha.
Who can wear Emerald
Learned astrologer suggests this gemstone only after a proper analysis of the horoscope. If Mercury is placed in 6th, 8th or 12th house of the birth chart then this gemstone can be worn. But, the authentic suggestion comes only when an astrologer does a complete check of the horoscope.
When, Where and How to wear Emerald
You can wear Emerald either in a pendant or in a ring, in gold or silver. Ring is to be worn on the little finger of the working hand. Before wearing, It is suggested to energize the gemstone properly as suggested by the astrologer . It is also suggested to wear Emerald on Wednesday of Shukla Paksha . Remember, that aura of gemstone will affect you positively only if it properly energized and worn.
Benefits
Emerald is worn to harness the positive energy of Mercury. It strengthens the analytical power, relations with sisters and grants intelligence as well as reasoning power. It also improves memory and protects from insomnia. As this gemstone increases reasoning and analytical power, it is generally suggested to students, businessman, traders, and individuals with public relations or any other individual whose mercury is ill-placed.
Substitute
In case, Emerald cannot be purchased then its substitutes Green Onyx or Green Hakik can be worn. The wearer will gain the energy of Mercury when Emerald is worn as per the weight suggested by the astrologer.