Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj) — benefits, who should wear it, how to wear, price
Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj) is the gem of Jupiter. It is worn to strengthen that planet — so it helps when Jupiter is benefic in your birth chart and can harm when it is not. Below: who should wear it, how, the mantra, substitutes and cautions — and our certified pieces with prices.
Certified पुखराज (Yellow Sapphire) — prices (10)
Benefits of Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj)
- Marriage, marital harmony and children
- Education, wisdom, justice and dharma
- Wealth accumulation and financial stability
- Peace of mind and confidence
- Traditionally linked with liver, obesity and jaundice relief
Who should wear Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj)
Primary gem for Sagittarius and Pisces lagna; for Cancer, Aries, Scorpio and Leo lagna when Jupiter is a benefic/yogakaraka; in Jupiter's dasha, and for marriage delay or progeny questions on an astrologer's advice.
How to wear
In gold (or panchdhatu) on the right index finger, on a Thursday morning in the bright fortnight; purify in raw milk and Ganga water, chant «Om Brim Brihaspataye Namah» 108 times; 3–6 ratti by body weight.
Substitutes
Substitutes: Citrine (Sunela), yellow topaz.
⚠️ Caution
Harmful if Jupiter rules the 6th/8th/maraka houses in your chart; usually not worn with blue sapphire or hessonite. Wear only after a chart check.
Frequently asked questions
Can anyone wear Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj)?
No. It strengthens Jupiter; wear it only if Jupiter is benefic in your chart — check with the free kundali and an astrologer.
Which finger and day for Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj)?
In gold (or panchdhatu) on the right index finger, on a Thursday morning in the bright fortnight; purify in raw milk and Ganga water, chant «Om Brim Brihaspataye Namah» 108 times; 3–6 ratti by body weight.
How much weight (ratti) should the stone be?
Usually 1 ratti per 10–12 kg of body weight within the range given above; the astrologer fixes the exact weight.
Is the stone certified?
Yes — every piece carries a lab certificate with weight, origin and treatment noted on its product page.
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Gemstone and rudraksha effects are as per classical texts and tradition; they are not a substitute for medical treatment.