Panna Stone Benefit
While green emerald is worn worldwide as a fashionable gemstone, in Eastern countries, its astrological significance is what makes the Maragatham Stone (also known as Markat Stone, Maragatham Stone, Marathakam Stone, Parnaya, and Budh Ratna in India, and Smaragdos in Greek) highly popular. Below are the key benefits of wearing Emerald Stone:

• Financial and Intellectual Growth: Emerald, governed by Mercury, is known to enhance intelligence, memory, and reasoning. It is especially beneficial for professionals in finance, banking, trading, and creative fields, as it attracts wealth and fosters prosperity.
• Improved Communication Skills: In Vedic astrology, Mercury symbolizes speech and expression. Wearing Emerald can improve communication, boost confidence, and help overcome speech-related challenges. It is ideal for individuals in media, PR, and public-speaking professions.
• Enhanced Creativity and Innovation: Emerald is highly regarded by artists, writers, and other creative professionals. It is believed to inspire fresh ideas, foster imagination, and support artistic pursuits. Many also consider it a source of motivation for turning creative visions into reality.
• Mental and Physical Balance: Emerald is thought to have calming properties that help alleviate stress, enhance focus, and promote overall well-being. It is also said to aid with skin, eye, and nervous disorders, making it a holistic stone for mind and body.
• Symbol of Elegance: Beyond its astrological significance, Emerald’s timeless beauty makes it a popular choice worldwide, symbolizing grace and sophistication.

• Enhances Success in Finance, Banking, and Trading Sectors
• Promotes Recognition in Creative and Intellectual Fields
• Supports Careers in PR, Media, and Mass Communication
• Improves Coordination between Mind and Body, Boosts Psychological Well-being

Emerald Stone Prices
Despite being a relatively expensive gemstone, genuine emeralds continue to see strong demand in both national and international markets. The price of an emerald stone starts at ₹800 ($12.30) per carat and can reach as high as ₹2 lakh ($3076) per carat, depending on factors such as origin, clarity, color, cut, carat weight, and size. The following are key factors that affect the price and quality of emerald stones:

• Origin: Colombian emeralds, known for their superior color, are priced much higher than other varieties, ranging from ₹3,200 to ₹2 lakh per carat ($49.23 to $3076). Zambian emeralds are also popular and are priced between ₹2,700 and ₹1.5 lakh per carat ($41.5 to $2307.69). Brazilian emeralds tend to be more affordable.
• Color: The brighter and greener the emerald, the higher the price. However, emeralds with a bluish tint, caused by excess iron, are less valuable. Colombian emeralds are particularly prized for their vivid saturation and balance of green and blue, which results in higher prices compared to other origins.
• Clarity: Emeralds are graded as ‘Type III’ in clarity, meaning most emeralds will have some degree of inclusions. Stones with minimal inclusions are rarer and command higher prices. Zambian emeralds are known for their better clarity and thus often have a higher price per carat.
• Cut: The cutting process adds to the cost due to stone wastage, and heavily faceted emeralds can be up to 20% more expensive than round or oval cuts.
• Carat Weight: Carat weight plays a role in the price, especially when combined with size and clarity. Larger emeralds with eye-clean clarity are rare and significantly more expensive. On the other hand, a larger emerald with dull green color will be priced lower than a smaller, more vibrant one.
• Treatment: Some treatments, like oiling, are commonly applied to emeralds. However, emeralds treated with epoxy-like resins are less valuable than those treated with colorless oil.
  
  

Emerald Stone Quality
Familiarity with emerald characteristics and market trends aids in selecting a gemstone that meets both astrological and financial goals. Before purchasing online or from reputable dealers, consult the price guide and keep these factors in mind to ensure an authentic Panna stone:

• Origin: Emeralds come from Colombia, Zambia, Brazil, and other countries. Colombian emeralds, with their perfect green-blue balance, are the most valued, followed by Zambian emeralds. Brazilian emeralds tend to be darker and less desirable.
• Color: Color is the top factor in determining an emerald's value. Richly saturated, consistent color increases the stone’s worth, with Colombian emeralds considered the finest.
• Clarity: Emeralds often contain inclusions like solid crystals, liquid films, and gas bubbles. Colombian emeralds have pyrite and needle-like inclusions, while Zambian stones may have black specks. Eye-clean, bright-green emeralds are rare and costly.
• Uniqueness (Trapiche Emerald): Trapiche emeralds, found in Colombia and Brazil, feature a rare star-like pattern caused by impurities. They may also show a “Cat’s Eye” effect, enhancing their rarity and value. These can be lab-created or treated with oils and resins.

Q) What month is Emerald the birthstone for?
Emerald is the birthstone for May, bringing luck, love, friendship, and happiness to those born during this month.

Q) What is the value of an Emerald?
The value of an emerald depends on factors like clarity, carat, color, and cut. Prices for natural emeralds start from USD 12 (INR 1000) per carat, reaching up to USD 5300 (INR 437000) or more for exceptional stones.

Q) Which is better for astrological purposes – Colombian or Zambian Emerald?
For astrological benefits, Colombian emeralds are often preferred due to their superior color, but both Colombian and Zambian emeralds are effective for astrological purposes.

Q) When selecting a Panna stone, should I focus more on color or clarity?
For astrological reasons, color is the most important factor. However, if purchasing for decorative purposes, clarity can be prioritized, though color generally impacts the price more than clarity.

Q) How can I distinguish cracks from inclusions in emeralds?
Inclusions are natural internal imperfections, while cracks are external fissures that can result from rough handling. Inclusions are embedded within the stone, while cracks reach the surface.

Q) Can I wear oil treated emerald for astrological purpose?
Minor colorless oil treatment is acceptable, but emeralds treated with colored oils should be avoided for astrological purposes. Always choose certified, untreated stones for authenticity.

Q) What is an Emerald?
Emerald is a precious green gemstone from the Beryl family, renowned for its beauty and historical significance.

Q) What colour are Emeralds?
Emeralds are primarily green, with varying shades and occasional blue or yellow undertones, depending on their origin.

Q) How should I wear a Panna stone?
Panna should be set in gold, silver, or panchadhatu and worn on the little finger, on a Wednesday morning, after cleansing and blessing by a Vedic priest.

Q) Who should wear an emerald stone?
Emerald is best suited for those with Gemini or Virgo ascendants, as well as Taurus, Libra, Capricorn, and Aquarius. Consult an astrologer for personalized guidance.

Q) When should I wear a Panna stone?
Wear Panna gemstone on a Wednesday morning during Shukla Paksha, after purification, energization, and blessings according to Vedic rituals.

Q) Which finger should an Emerald be worn on?
Emerald should be worn on the little finger of the right hand to enhance the benefits of Planet Mercury.

Q) How to verify if an Emerald is real?
Natural emeralds typically have inclusions and are not perfectly clear. If an emerald is exceptionally clear and inexpensive, it may not be natural.