Vedic Gemstone Guide
Pearl (Moti, मोती) — Vedic Gemstone Guide
Quick Answer
Pearl (Moti, मोती) is the gemstone for planet Moon (Chandra). Wear on Little finger of right hand in Silver on Monday morning during Shukla Paksha. Minimum weight: Minimum 4 carats (ideally 6+ carats). Mantra: Om Chandraya Namaha (108 times before wearing). Price range: ₹1,000-25,000 per carat (natural).
Pearl (Moti) Details
| Gemstone | Pearl (Moti, मोती) |
| Planet | Moon (Chandra) |
| Color | White, cream, or slightly pinkish |
| Hardness | 2.5-4.5 (Mohs) |
| Minimum Weight | Minimum 4 carats (ideally 6+ carats) |
| Metal | Silver |
| Finger | Little finger of right hand |
| Day to Wear | Monday morning during Shukla Paksha |
| Mantra | Om Chandraya Namaha (108 times before wearing) |
| Origin | South Sea (Australia), Japan (Akoya), Bahrain, India (Hyderabad) |
| Price Range | ₹1,000-25,000 per carat (natural) |
Benefits of Pearl
- ✓Calms emotions and reduces anxiety
- ✓Strengthens mother relationship
- ✓Improves mental health and sleep
- ✓Enhances intuition and creativity
- ✓Benefits in water-related businesses
Cautions & Who Should NOT Wear
- ⚠Avoid if Moon is in Scorpio (debilitated)
- ⚠Not recommended if Moon is conjunct Rahu or Ketu
- ⚠Can increase emotional sensitivity if Moon is already strong
How to Wear Pearl
Step 1: Purchase a natural, untreated Pearl of minimum Minimum 4 carats (ideally 6+ carats) from a certified dealer.
Step 2: Set the stone in Silver as a ring.
Step 3: On Monday morning during Shukla Paksha, purify the ring by soaking in raw milk mixed with Ganga water for 30 minutes.
Step 4: Chant Om Chandraya Namaha (108 times before wearing) 108 times while holding the ring.
Step 5: Wear on the Little finger of right hand. Do not remove for at least 40 days.