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                | The 
                  most Powerful Semi- precious Gem Stones |   
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                | There are as many semi–precious 
                    gem stones as the precious ones. Of all the gems, the following 
                    are considered more suspicious and fortunate gems. These areTurquoise, Peridot, Tourmaline, Topaz, 
                    Amethyst, Rock Crystal, Moonstone, Garnet, Neeli, Aquamarine, 
                    Jade, Blood Stone, Lapis Lazuli, Kidney Stone, Amber, Agate, 
                    Jaichint, Green Onyx and Malachite
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                      | 1) 
                        Turquoise |   
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                      |  | This is one of the semi-precious stones 
                        and it was believed that Venus and Saturn are its rulers. 
                        Chemically it is the hydrous phosphate of alumina, coloured 
                        by a copper compound an account of its water content. 
                        A good turquoise is sky Blue in colour. It emits healing 
                          radiation, the shade of Greenish Blue. The stone can 
                          protect the wearer from injury by falling. It will draw 
                          upon itself the evil that threatens its weather. Unfortunately 
                          if any evil is to come to the native, the stone gets 
                          broken and the wearer is still protected. It has the 
                          power to protect against the evils and is a respected 
                          gem stone by Muslims. It is also a lovers’ fortunate 
                          gem. It keeps a couple intact. It is a fortunate gem 
                          for performing quick marriage. It is also lucky for 
                          horsemen and riders.
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                      | 2) 
                        Peridot |   
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                      |  | It is Greenish in colour, chemically it 
                        is the silicate of magnesium and iron. It is ruled by 
                        Sun. Like turquoise it is a fortune stone for performing 
                        quick marriage and protecting the married life. It ensures 
                        a happy married life. This gem stone controls the epilepsy 
                        disease. It is also saves one from poisonous insects. 
                        Even if they bite, nothing would happen, and the object 
                        would be cured soon. |   
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                      | 3) 
                        Tourmaline |   
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                      |  | There are different varieties available 
                        in different colours. It is the silicate and borate of 
                        alumina, magnesia and iron. Red, White, Green, Yellow 
                        and Blue can be used as substitutes for Ruby, Diamond, 
                        Emerald, Yellow Sapphire and Blue Sapphire respectively. 
                        It improves one’s knowledge and promotes good education. 
                        It helps the native build good character, respect elders 
                        and be responsible. |   
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                      | 4) 
                        Topaz |   
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                      |  | This stone stands for friendship and fidelity. 
                        It is available in White, Pink, Black, Yellow and Smoky 
                        colours. Yellow Topaz has magical powers. It is good for 
                        health. Its use protects one from a sudden or violent 
                        death. It is ruled by Sun. It is also helps in toning 
                        down negative feelings towards others, and cools down 
                        one’s temper. It sharpens the intelligence. It drives 
                        away nightmares and brings sound sleep. It can guard against 
                        injury by fire or accidents. It is a good amulet while 
                        travelling and helps one to overcome obstacles on the 
                        way. It ensures wealth. It cures eye, liver and kidney 
                        disorders and also lungs, nasal disorder, throat diseases 
                        and asthma. |   
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                      | 5) 
                        Amethyst |   
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                      |  | This is a variety of quartz. Mars Saturn 
                        and Jupiter rule this. It is light to dark violet coloured 
                        gem. It works as a very effective substitute for Blue 
                        Sapphire. It is of iron and manganese oxide. It is an 
                        effective against alcohol and saves one from adverse effects 
                        of drunkenness. Amethyst controls violent and angry behaviour. 
                        It has the power to control evil thoughts. It protects 
                        the person and warns against enemies, sickness and danger. 
                        It can ward-off the evil eye and works as a charm against 
                        witchcraft and black magic. |   
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                      | 6) 
                        Rock Crystal |   
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                      |  | It is White and clear like ice, with a 
                        shining White colour. It prevents bad dreams. It fills women’s breasts 
                        with milk. The rays of Sun reflected by crystal have healing 
                        power for all eye troubles. These reflected rays should 
                        fall only on the body and not in the eyes. It gives good 
                        luck, knowledge and wisdom. It has curative power to cure 
                        diseases and even cancer.
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                      | 7) 
                        Moon Stone |   
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                      |  | It is available in White cloudy colours. 
                        Inside the stone there is a glittering band which rolls 
                        when the stone is turned. This stone brings good fortune 
                        to the native. It has the mystical power of reconciling 
                        lovers who had parted in anger. It promises good fortune 
                        and success in the affairs of the heart. It can ward off 
                        epilepsy and protect the person against attack by hidden 
                        enemies. It cures mentally disturbed persons and promotes 
                        peace of mind. It is a powerful talisman when there is 
                        a danger of drowning. This is because of influence of 
                        moon upon the tides. It saves from accident in journey. 
                        It grants marital happiness. It brings together separated 
                        couples. |   
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                      | 8) 
                        Garnet |   
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                      |  | Its colour ranges from a fine deep Red 
                        to a Ruby Red. Blackish red Garnet is regarded as the 
                        finest. Garnet ensures the victory of the wearer in the 
                        battle when it is used as a bullet. It brings fortune, 
                        health, name, fame and honour and success in travels. 
                        It keeps away bad dreams. It gives energy and strength 
                        to body. It gives success in the court cases. It cures 
                        depression and rheumatism. It controls bleeding |   
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                        Neeli |   
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                      |  | As its name suggests it is Blue in colour. 
                        Saturn exercises power through it. It is the substitute 
                        of Blue Sapphire. It brings success, relief from financial 
                        crises and ensures good health to the wearer. |   
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                      | 10) 
                        Aquamarine |   
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                      |  | This is of very light Greenish White colour. 
                        It is ruled by Venus and Mars. It is a fortunate stone 
                        for lovers. If one present this to another it gives them 
                        constant mind of love. It protects the sailor in the sea 
                        voyage. It promotes education and improves professional 
                        prospects. |   
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                      | 11) 
                        Jade |   
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                      |  | This is of Green colour, but without brilliance 
                        or lustre. This is s lucky stone of the Chinese reputed 
                        to ensure good health and long life. There are two types 
                        of Jade. Jadeite and Nephrite. Jadeite is the silicate 
                        of sodium and aluminium. Nephrite is the silicate of calcium 
                        magnesium. It confers long life and a peaceful end. It 
                        is a powerful protector against accidents, diseases, witchcraft. 
                        It cures epilepsy and all internal complaints. It cures 
                        all diseases of kidney and was often referred to as the 
                        “ The Kidney Stone”. It strengthens lungs, 
                        heart and vocal organs. It is a powerful antidote against 
                        the poisonous bites of snakes and other animals. It relieves 
                        palpitations of the heart. It brings good luck. |   
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                      | 12) 
                        Blood Stone |   
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                      |  | This stone is of dark Green colour with 
                        blood-like red spots on it. It cares all kinds of complaints 
                        wherein there was loss of blood. It cures bleeding. It 
                        protects the wearer from deception and ensures good health. |   
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                        Lapis Lazuli |   
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                      |  | This is a stone ruled by Venus and Saturn. 
                        It is a soft stone of dark Blue colour. This promotes 
                        activeness. One gets success in cases related to land 
                        and properties, chronic diseases, allergies, blood pressure 
                        ailments, eye troubles, skin disease may be cured. It 
                        brings wealth and property, success in profession and 
                        domestic happiness. Women who suffer from stomach pain 
                        during menses time should wear this; it would cure their 
                        stomach – ache and keep them in good health. |   
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                      | 14) 
                        Kidney Stone |   
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                      |  | Light Green in Colour, it is worn for disorder 
                        of kidney. It cures all Kidney disorders and promotes 
                        good health. |   
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                        Amber |   
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                      |  | It protects health and reduces goitre. 
                        It relieves stomach pain, and improves liver and kidney 
                        functioning. It cures teeth disorders, cold and jaundice. 
                        It is also a cough- cure. It is especially favoured for 
                        toothache, headache and rheumatic pains. |   
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                        Agate |   
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                      |  | These are available in Red, Yellow and 
                        White colours. Red is ruled by Mars, Yellow by Sun and 
                        White by Jupiter. It ensures brave and courageous. It 
                        protects against accidents and troubles through natural 
                        calamities. It also brings financial success. |   
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                        Jaichint |   
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                      |  | It is of Orange colour. It is ruled by 
                        Rahu. It ensures good health, wealth and prosperity. It 
                        promotes good sleep. It protects against electrical shock. 
                        Diseases like plague, wounds and injuries get cured fast. 
                        It cures skin problems. |   
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                      | 18) 
                        Onyx |   
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                      |  | It is beautiful Green in colour with Black 
                        or Green stripes on it. It is ruled by Mercury & Venus. 
                        It is helpful in curing common aliments afflicting babies. 
                        It promotes good sleep. In love marriage if one presents 
                        this to one’s partner, the wearer of this gem never 
                        changes his or her mind and become constant in mind. It 
                        drives away evil spirits and wards off evil eye. It cures 
                        troubles related to pancreas, spleen, cholera etc., This 
                        is a fortune-giving stone. |   
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