Manikya (Manik)
The King of Gemstones - Ratnaraj
Planet
Sun (Surya)
Wearing Day
Sunday
Finger
Ring Finger
Metal
Gold
Enhances leadership qualities, helps in gaining positions of power and authority in career.
Strengthens heart, improves blood circulation, boosts overall energy and vitality.
Improves relationship with father, helps those with afflicted Sun related to father issues.
Brings fame, social recognition, and respect in society. Good for politicians and performers.
Boosts self-confidence, removes self-doubt, strengthens willpower and determination.
Beneficial for government jobs, administrative positions, and dealings with authorities.
| Day | Sunday (Ravivar) |
| Time | Sunrise (6-7 AM) |
| Lunar Phase | Shukla Paksha (Waxing Moon) |
| Finger | Ring Finger (Anamika) - Right Hand |
| Metal | Gold (preferred) or Copper |
| Minimum Weight | 3 Carats (3.25 Ratti) |
| Ideal Weight | 5-7 Carats for best results |
"Om Hraam Hreem Hraum Sah Suryaya Namah"
Chant 108 times while wearing
"Om Aakrishnen Rajasa Vartamano Niveshayann Amritam Martyam Cha"
For maximum Sun blessings
Daily Practice: Chant Sun mantra 108 times every Sunday morning facing the rising sun for continued benefits.
Pigeon blood red is most valuable. Should be vivid, saturated red with slight blue undertone. Avoid too dark or too light.
Slight inclusions acceptable in ruby. "Silk" (needle inclusions) can enhance beauty. Avoid heavy inclusions affecting transparency.
Oval and cushion most common. Good cut maximizes color and brilliance. Symmetry important for ring setting.
Burma (Myanmar) most valuable, followed by Sri Lanka, Thailand, Mozambique, Madagascar.
| Quality | Price Range |
|---|---|
| Commercial Grade | Rs 3,000 - 8,000 |
| Good Quality (Thai) | Rs 8,000 - 20,000 |
| Fine Quality (Sri Lanka) | Rs 20,000 - 50,000 |
| Premium Burma | Rs 50,000 - 2,00,000 |
| Pigeon Blood (Top) | Rs 2,00,000 - 10,00,000+ |
Tip: For astrological purposes, clarity and color matter more than size. A 3-carat high-quality ruby is better than 5-carat low-quality.
If natural Ruby is beyond budget, these alternatives provide similar Sun energy:
Rs 500-2,000/carat
70% effectiveness
Rs 2,000-10,000/carat
80% effectiveness
Rs 1,000-5,000/carat
75% effectiveness
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