Gems are being widely used as a popular astrological remedy as a remedial measure to counteract adverse planetary effects. Gems have their own power of attracting an individual by their brilliance and beauty. The ancient seers of India called them as ratnas (jewels) and used them to help an individual native. Though they are many gemstones lunar astrology advocates the use of 9 stones to counteract the adverse effect of planets

1. Gem Name : Ruby
Indian name : Manik
Representing planet : Sun
Activity : Excellent for rulers, leaders, people involved in government work

2.Gem Name : Pearl
Indian name : Moti
Representing planet : Moon
Activity : Good for mental peace, controlling anger, mood swings

3. Gem Name : Red Coral
Indian name : Moonga
Representing planet : Mars
Activity : For strength, velour, energy and vitality

4. Gem Name : Emerald
Indian name : Panna
Representing planet : Mercury
Activity : For mental activities. Good for accountants, business managers, scientists, doctors, public speakers and those involved in mental pursuits

5. Gem Name : yellow sapphire
Indian name : Pukhraj
Representing planet : Jupiter
Activity : For spiritual thoughts, Spiritual advancements, and good luck, knowledge, academic success, gain of an upright husband

6. Gem Name : Diamond
Indian name : Heera
Representing planet : Venus
Activity : For domestic bliss, attraction, good things of life, curing genital diseases. Good for actors and stage performers, attraction and sexual powers

7. Gem Name : Blue Sapphire
Indian name : Neelam
Representing planet : Saturn
Activity : For countering the ill effects of Saturn. For wealth, Riddance from bad dreams. For excellent fate. Very strong stone. Shows its +ve or -ve effect in 3 seconds,3 minutes,3 hours or 3 days. Should be worn with caution after proper consultation.

8. Gem Name : Hessonite
Indian name : Gomedh
Representing planet : Dragon's node (Rahu)
Activity : Good for mental balance, stability. Excellent for people involved in any kind of political activity

9. Gem Name : Cat's eye
Indian name : Lehsunia
Representing planet : Dragon's antinodes (Ketu)
Activity : For counteracting the adverse effects of ketu. For occult advancement