Panna, popularly known as Emerald or Pachu (in Marathi), is the vibrant green gemstone of Mercury (Budh). It is the stone of communication, intellect, and business acumen.

General Information

• Planet & Zodiac: Mercury governs Panna. It is the main gemstone for Gemini and Virgo.

• Physical Properties: Panna is a type of beryl with a hardness of 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale.

• Origin: The most sought-after stones come from Colombia, Zambia, and Brazil. Colombian emeralds are valued for their "velvety" green color.

• Appearance: Natural emeralds almost always have tiny internal inclusions called a "jardin" (garden). A completely eye-clean emerald is very rare.

How to Wear Panna

Follow these steps to use Mercury's intellectual energy:

1. Metal: It is best set in gold or silver. Gold is preferred to boost its royal energy.

2. Finger: Wear it on the little finger (pinky) of the working hand.

3. Weight: Ideally, the weight should be 1/12th of your body weight (e.g., 5 carats for a 60 kg person).

4. Day & Time: Wear it on Wednesday morning during Shukla Paksha, usually between 5:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

5. Purification: Cleanse it by soaking it in raw milk, honey, and Ganga Jal for 20 minutes.

6. Mantra: Activate the stone by chanting the Mercury Mantra 108 times: "Om Budhaya Namah".

Top Benefits

• Intellectual Growth: Enhances memory, focus, and analytical skills, which benefits students and researchers.

• Communication Skills: Improves speech and confidence, which is helpful for public speakers, writers, and diplomats.

• Business Success: Believed to attract wealth and growth for entrepreneurs, bankers, and traders.

• Nervous System Health: It can help with skin diseases, respiratory issues, and speech disorders like stammering.

• Creativity: Acts as a muse for artists and designers, helping them turn original ideas into reality.

Pro-Tip: Emeralds are more brittle than rubies or sapphires. Do not use ultrasonic cleaners. Instead use lukewarm soapy water and a soft brush.