The rationale of the use of Gems to afford protection from evil influences of planets and to enhance their beneficial effects.

Gems act like vaccines in preventing diseases. Auspiciousness and inauspiciousness of Gems according to Brihat Samhita of Varah Mihir.

Properties and compositions of precious and semiprecious gem stones connected with the planets and tests of their genuineness and quality.

Selection of appropriate gem stones for those who have no birth details.

Mystical and divine powers of precious and semiprecious gem stones-Protective charms of Corals for children-Ruby acts as an antidote to poison-Yellow Sapphire expedites delayed marriages of girls-Kidney stones cure kidney troubles-certain gem stones flash warnings of coming disasters by changing their colour.

Suitability of appropriate gem stones for different Ascendants in birth charts-Gem stones as protective charms for various Ascendants.

Which gem stones should never be worn together-Medicinal use of gem stones. Utility of gem stones in diseases of the heart. Gem stones cure diseases and bring happiness and prosperity. Inexpensive semi-precious stones act as effective substitutes for costly precious stones.

Publisher's Note

Gems are beautiful stones with a large variety of colours and high density. Their luster has been a source of attraction for the people since time immemorial. These precious stones are found almost in all parts of the world. India has been very rich in gem stones. They are found in abundance in South India, especially in Madhya Pradesh, Orissa, Bihar, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala and Karnataka.