What the tradition says
The primary stone for the Moon. Traditional texts associate the pearl with emotional steadiness and what the tradition calls 'manas' - mental tone. Best worn close to the skin.
Traditional metal
- silver
When the texts advise against it
- Avoid when the Moon is severely afflicted or combust.
- Not paired with stones for Mars or Ketu by traditional rule.
Source
BPHS ch. 70; Garuda Purana 69
Other stones for Moon
Common questions
- Which planet is Pearl (Moti) associated with?
- Pearl (Moti) is the primary stone for Moon in the traditional gemstone correspondences. The primary stone for the Moon. Traditional texts associate the pearl with emotional steadiness and what the tradition calls 'manas' - mental tone. Best worn close to the skin.
- Which metal is Pearl (Moti) traditionally set in?
- Traditionally silver. The metal is part of the classical prescription, not an afterthought - different texts pair different metals with the same stone.
- When do traditional texts advise against Pearl (Moti)?
- Avoid when the Moon is severely afflicted or combust. Not paired with stones for Mars or Ketu by traditional rule.
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