Do Gemstones Work? An Honest Answer
Where they help, where they do nothing, and what to check before buying one.
Gemstones are the most profitable remedy in astrology, which is exactly why you should be careful about who recommends one to you.
The reasoning behind them
A gemstone is meant to strengthen a planet that is weak but benefic for your lagna. That is a narrow condition. Strengthening a planet that is already causing trouble makes the trouble worse, which is why a blanket recommendation based on your sun sign is worthless.
Before you buy
Ask for the lab certificate and check that it names a recognised laboratory. Verify the carat weight against what was recommended. Confirm the metal and the finger, and get the wearing muhurat in writing.
The cheaper alternatives
Mantra, daan and fasting address the same planetary weakness at almost no cost. They demand consistency instead of money, which is the real reason they are less popular.