Navaratna Necklace with Shungite & Dragon Rahu Ketu Moon Phases Pendant
9 Astrological Gemstones for Health, Wealth, & Happiness
This necklace is based on the Vedic concept of Navaratna - meaning, 9 auspicious gemstones that, when worn together, can help manifest tremendously positive energies in one's life.
This particular navaratna necklace features, front and center, a beautiful phases of the moon pendant with the proverbial dragon-eating-its-own-tail, crafted from recycled sterling silver!
Nearly all mythology is replete with serpents and dragon symbolism!
In Vedic astrology, the north and south nodes are connected to Rahu and Ketu who eclipse the sun and moon by devouring them. Rahu represents the North node and head of the dragon, and Ketu the South node and tail of the dragon.
A dragon or serpent eating its own tail (ouroboros) represents the eternal cycle of destruction and re-creation, the cyclic nature of the universe, life springing forth from death.
What is Navaratna?
"Navaratna" is a compound Sanskrit word that translates to "nine gems."
According to Vedic astrology (also known as Jyotish), each of the 9 sacred gemstones corresponds to one of the planets at play in every individual's astrological chart.
Each gemstone increases the positive influences of that planet and decreases the negative ones.
Planetary energies influence everything from our relationships and family to mental outlook, intelligence, health, wealth, career, and a whole lot more.
The great thing is, by wearing all 9, EVERY planet's influence is optimized - regardless of your particular birthday and astrological chart!
Here are the gemstones used in this necklace and the planet (or node) to which each corresponds. Please note that natural gemstone colors and patterns may vary.
- Blue sapphire - Saturn (Shani)
- Cat’s eye - Ketu (descending lunar node)
- Citrine - Jupiter (Guru)
- Emerald - Mercury (Budha)
- Ruby - Sun (Surya)
- Quartz crystal - Venus (Shukra)
- Pearl - Moon (Chandra)
- Carnelian - Mars (Mangala)
- Hessonite - Rahu (Ascending lunar node)
The gemstones are strung on strong but flexible jewelry cording for optimal durability. The necklace closes with a strong sterling silver Mag-Lok clasp, which contains a very strong rare earth magnet. It's best to separate the two sides of the magnet by sliding the two sides apart, versus pulling. A fingernail can be helpful to get it started.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Those with pacemakers should NOT use these magnets. Please message me if you want the magnetic clasp replaced with a sterling silver lobster clasp.
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Necklace Measurements
Total length: 18 inches
Pendant diameter: 0.75 inch
What is Jyotish, or Vedic Astrology?
Unlike Western astrology, Jyotish has been around for many thousands of years and is famous for its accuracy. Jyotish is rooted in the Vedas, the oldest texts written in Sanskrit that inform Hindu religion and philosophy. Jyotish is part of a lifelong study and spiritual commitment in India. Vedic astrology is focused on the planets, stars, and their relationship to the horizon at the moment of your birth.
SUPERCHARGE Your Navaratna Necklace with the Navgraha Mantras!
If you want to optimize your navaratna, below is the link to a "jute box style" video on YouTube with chants for all the planets.
To listen, just click on the Ganesh below!
