Opal Stone (Dudhiya Pathar)

Q: Who should wear Opal?

Opal strengthens Venus and is most beneficial for Taurus (Vrishabh) and Libra (Tula) ascendants, and for those seeking love, luxury, artistic success and harmony. It is a popular affordable substitute for Diamond.

Q: On which finger and day is Opal worn?

On the ring or middle finger of the right hand, set in silver or white gold, on a Friday morning, after chanting Om Shum Shukraya Namah 108 times.

Opal, known as Dudhiya Pathar in Hindi, is one of the most admired gemstones in the world, famous for its mesmerising play of colour that flashes across its milky surface. In Vedic astrology, Opal is the gemstone of Venus (Shukra), the planet of love, beauty, luxury, and creativity.

Opal & Venus Gemstones

Opal is a favoured gemstone of Venus (Shukra), the planet of love, luxury, beauty and relationships. Along with White Sapphire and Zircon it is an accepted, affordable substitute for Diamond. A natural Opal is worn to strengthen Venus and is traditionally associated with love, charm and creativity. Every GemsMantra stone is natural and individually lab-certified — guided by Astro Arun Pandit.

Benefits of Wearing Opal

Love & relationships: Traditionally associated with love, harmony and warmth in relationships.
Luxury & comfort: Venus governs comfort, vehicles and the good life.
Creativity & arts: Favoured by artists, designers and those in beauty and media.
Charm & charisma: Traditionally associated with personal magnetism and social grace.
Affordable Venus remedy: A budget alternative to Diamond with similar traditional associations.

Who Should Wear Opal?

Most beneficial for Taurus (Vrishabh) and Libra (Tula) ascendants, whose lord is Venus, and by artists and anyone seeking love, luxury and harmony. Choose it after a birth-chart check for the strongest result.