Emerald (Panna)
Panna is the gemstone of Mercury (Budh) — the planet of intelligence, speech and business.
Who is it suggested for?
Suggested when Mercury rules your ascendant, 5th or 9th house, or for studies and trade.
What it is associated with
Associated with clearer thinking, communication, studies and business sense.
Caution: Check the chart if Mercury is combust — it is very often close to the Sun.
How it is traditionally worn
- Planet
- Mercury
- Also called
- Budh Ratna, Emerald
- Metal
- Gold or silver
- Finger
- Little finger
- Day and time
- Wednesday morning
- Weight
- Usually 3–6 ratti, decided by an astrologer
- Mantra
- ॐ ब्रां ब्रीं ब्रौं सः बुधाय नमः
Chant the mantra 108 times before wearing, after washing the ring in raw milk and clean water — this is the common practice, not a rule.
Whether this stone suits you depends on your own birth chart — the house your planet rules, its strength and your running dasha. Make your free Kundli to see which stones your chart points to.