How can I tell if a Pukhraj is real?

Check the report issuer and number, match the stone's weight, measurements, shape and photograph, and read the treatment findings. Appearance, price or a home magnifier alone cannot establish identity or treatment. Use the named issuer's verification service where available. If no record appears, ask GemsMantra for the document and an issuer check before ordering; a missing result leaves verification unresolved.

Pukhraj (Yellow Sapphire) Price in India 2026 — Per Ratti Rate, Quality & Certification

Price Guide · 2026

Pukhraj (Yellow Sapphire) Price in India

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The stone of Guru (Jupiter). Here is the real per-carat & per-ratti rate, what actually drives the price, and how to compare a Pukhraj's report and price — anchored on GemsMantra's 24 September 2026 catalogue snapshot.

173 active listings · 24 Sep snapshotIncluded GemsMantra report per published policyFree insured shipping across IndiaCOD on eligible orders

Quick answer: At GemsMantra, Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj) started from ₹27,055 (a 7.73-carat / 8.58-ratti stone) on 24 September 2026. Across 171 comparable listings in that 24 September snapshot the median rate is ₹47,113 per ratti (about ₹52,290 per carat), and a quarter of the stones cost more than ₹74,703 per ratti. The rate is driven mostly by colour, clarity, origin and treatment. You pay for quality, not just weight.

Pukhraj price band (24 September catalogue snapshot)

The tables below are calculated from every active Yellow Sapphire listed on GemsMantra on 24 September 2026, not a generic market estimate. Two stones of the same weight can differ 10× in price — colour, transparency, origin (Sri Lanka, Burma or Kenya) and treatment decide the rate far more than carat weight does. One ratti ≈ 0.91 carat (use our Carat-to-Ratti calculator to convert your stone).

By weight (ratti band) — price per ratti

Weight	Stones (n)	Lowest	Median	75th percentile	Highest
Under 4 ratti	2	Limited listings
4 to 6 ratti	80	₹10,359	₹47,146	₹67,340	₹1,12,221
6 to 8 ratti	41	₹10,358	₹51,617	₹89,779	₹1,58,508
8 to 10 ratti	31	₹3,152	₹29,174	₹68,419	₹1,34,820
10 ratti and above	17	₹3,153	₹29,170	₹69,380	₹1,78,306

By origin (as listed) — price per ratti

Origin	Stones (n)	Lowest	Median	75th percentile	Highest
Sri Lanka (Ceylon)	125	₹7,029	₹58,320	₹89,658	₹1,78,306
Burma (Myanmar)	24	₹3,152	₹14,582	₹43,190	₹1,12,180
Origin not listed	13	₹9,000	₹16,216	₹16,216	₹16,261
Kenya	9	₹10,357	₹10,359	₹10,362	₹10,371

By treatment (as stated on the listing) — price per ratti

Treatment	Stones (n)	Lowest	Median	75th percentile	Highest
No Indication of Treatments	129	₹13,455	₹58,370	₹89,677	₹1,78,306
Treatment not listed	42	₹3,152	₹11,249	₹16,213	₹30,030

Price per ratti = listed price ÷ ratti weight. Based on 171 of 173 active Pukhraj listings on 24 September 2026, using each stone’s lowest option price (basic energisation); the Vedic pooja option costs more. 2 listings whose ratti weight equals their carat weight were left out as a data error. “Limited listings” means fewer than 5 stones, too few for a range. Ranges inside each group are wide because colour, clarity, origin and treatment move the price far more than weight does. Across all listings the median is ₹47,113 per ratti (₹52,290 per carat). For the exact price of a specific stone today, always check the live Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj) collection — check the available stone's weight, current price, treatment disclosure and report details.

What actually drives the price

ColourAn even, bright golden-yellow (not pale, not brownish) is the single biggest price driver. Deeper, uniform colour commands a premium.

ClarityFewer visible inclusions = higher price. Eye-clean and loupe-clean stones cost far more than milky or included ones.

OriginCeylon (Sri Lanka) stones typically sell higher than Bangkok/African material of the same size for their transparency and colour.

TreatmentNatural, unheated stones are the rarest and priciest. Standard heat-treated stones are common and more affordable — both are natural corundum.

Weight (carat / ratti)Price is per carat, so a bigger stone costs more overall — but a small fine stone can out-price a large commercial one.

DocumentationCompare the issuer and report number for the exact stone. A report helps check identity, weight and any disclosed treatment; its presence alone does not determine value.

Pukhraj benefits as per Vedic tradition

In Vedic astrology, Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj) is the gemstone of Guru / Brihaspati (Jupiter) — the planet of wisdom, knowledge, teachers, dharma and good fortune. It is one of the most widely worn of the nine sacred gemstones (Navratna). Traditionally, devotees wear Pukhraj in the belief that a well-placed Jupiter supports learning, clarity of thought, discipline and spiritual growth, and that it carries the calm, benefic energy of Guru. These are traditional beliefs held in Jyotish and are not medical, financial or matrimonial guarantees. To understand which planet your birth chart favours, see our Gemstone by Planet guide or try the free gemstone calculator.

Who should wear Pukhraj — and for which rashi

Because Jupiter is a natural benefic, Pukhraj is one of the few stones considered broadly friendly — but tradition still ties it to specific signs. Wear it only after understanding your own chart; the notes below are the classical view, not a prescription.

Rashi (Moon sign)	Traditional view on Pukhraj
Sagittarius (Dhanu) & Pisces (Meena)	Jupiter is the ruling lord — Pukhraj is traditionally most recommended.
Aries, Cancer, Leo, Scorpio	Jupiter is generally friendly — often considered supportive.
Taurus, Gemini, Virgo, Libra, Capricorn, Aquarius	Jupiter can behave differently here — wear only after a personal rashi-wise consultation.

Not sure which stone your chart supports? Cross-check with our zodiac birthstone guide or talk to an astrologer before buying.

How to wear Pukhraj (Yellow Sapphire)

FingerTraditionally the index finger of the working hand — the finger associated with Jupiter.

MetalUsually set in gold; panchdhatu is also used. The stone should touch the skin.

Day & timeFirst worn on a Thursday (Guruwar) morning, ideally during the waxing (Shukla Paksha) moon.

MantraThe Guru beej mantra “Om Graam Greem Graum Sah Gurave Namah” is traditionally chanted before first wear.

WeightA common tradition is roughly 1 ratti per 10–12 kg of body weight, with a minimum of a few ratti — confirm with an astrologer.

Purify & energiseCleanse in raw milk / Gangajal before wearing. Energisation (pran-pratishtha) is an optional paid add-on at GemsMantra.

This is traditional Vedic guidance on how the stone is customarily worn. It is a belief practice and does not diagnose, treat or cure any condition, nor guarantee any specific outcome.

Real vs fake: how to check a Pukhraj

A yellow appearance or a photograph cannot confirm natural sapphire or its treatment. Before buying a Pukhraj, compare these four details for the exact stone:

1. Check the report and issuerFor the exact stone, check whether the report states natural corundum, weight and any treatment finding. A GemsMantra-issued report and an independent laboratory report are different documents; verify the issuer and number.

2. Match the stone to the reportCompare the report number, carat weight, measurements, shape and photograph with the selected product and the stone supplied. Ask our team to resolve any mismatch before payment.

3. Read the treatment findingCheck the exact wording for heat, diffusion or other detected treatment. If the listing or report leaves this unclear, ask for clarification. Appearance, price or a home magnifier alone cannot establish treatment.

4. Confirm the issuer’s recordUse the named issuer’s verification service where available. A matching online entry is a report-record check; the physical stone must still match. If no record appears, ask our team for the document and an issuer check before ordering.

Check the selected stone: GemsMantra's published Certification & Guarantee policy says each gemstone includes a numbered GemsMantra Authenticity Report. Ask our team to confirm the report number and physical stone before paying; check any separately offered independent lab report on the exact listing. Use Check Certificate for a GemsMantra report number. A missing online result leaves verification unresolved; it does not establish whether the stone is genuine. See GIA’s explanation of sapphire identification reports for what an independent report can assess. Refund eligibility follows the published guarantee and refund policy.

संक्षेप में (Hindi recap)

पुखराज (Yellow Sapphire) गुरु ग्रह (बृहस्पति) का रत्न है। GemsMantra पर प्राकृतिक पुखराज (24 सितंबर 2026) ₹27,055 से शुरू होता है, और इसका मध्य (median) भाव लगभग ₹47,113 प्रति रत्ती (लगभग ₹52,290 प्रति कैरेट) है — रंग, स्वच्छता, उद्गम (श्रीलंका/बर्मा/केन्या) और ट्रीटमेंट के अनुसार। एक-चौथाई पत्थर ₹74,703 प्रति रत्ती से ऊपर हैं। परंपरा के अनुसार पुखराज को गुरुवार सुबह सोने की अंगूठी में तर्जनी (index finger) में धारण किया जाता है। यह मान्यता आधारित है — यह किसी रोग का इलाज या किसी निश्चित परिणाम की गारंटी नहीं है। सही रत्न व वजन के लिए किसी ज्योतिषी से परामर्श अवश्य करें। GemsMantra की प्रकाशित नीति में अपने Authenticity Report का उल्लेख है। भुगतान से पहले चुने हुए पत्थर का रिपोर्ट नंबर, जारीकर्ता, वजन और ट्रीटमेंट विवरण मिलाएँ। ऑनलाइन रिकॉर्ड न मिले तो हमारी टीम से रिपोर्ट और जारीकर्ता की पुष्टि लें; केवल फोटो या कीमत से असलियत तय नहीं होती।

Frequently asked questions

What is the price of Pukhraj (Yellow Sapphire) in India in 2026?

At GemsMantra, natural Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj) starts from ₹27,055 (24 September 2026). Across 171 comparable listings in that 24 September snapshot the median rate is ₹47,113 per ratti (about ₹52,290 per carat), depending on colour, clarity, origin and treatment. Check the live collection for today's stock and exact prices.

What is the per ratti rate of Yellow Sapphire?

One ratti is roughly 0.91 carat. Across GemsMantra's 24 September 2026 catalogue snapshot, Yellow Sapphire runs from ₹3,152 to ₹1,78,306 per ratti, with a median of ₹47,113. By origin, the median is ₹58,320 per ratti for Sri Lankan stones, ₹14,582 for Burmese stones and ₹10,359 for Kenyan stones. Use the Carat-to-Ratti calculator to convert your stone's weight.

Which finger should you wear Pukhraj in?

In Vedic tradition Pukhraj is linked to Guru (Jupiter) and is traditionally worn on the index finger of the working hand, usually set in gold, and first worn on a Thursday morning. This is a traditional practice and not a rule that guarantees any specific result.

Is Yellow Sapphire good for both males and females?

Yes. In Vedic astrology Pukhraj is considered suitable for both men and women because its ruling planet Jupiter is a natural benefic. The right weight and whether the stone suits your birth chart is best confirmed with an astrologer.

Which rashi (zodiac) should wear Pukhraj?

Traditionally Pukhraj is most recommended for Sagittarius (Dhanu) and Pisces (Meena), the signs ruled by Jupiter, and is often considered friendly for Aries, Cancer, Leo and Scorpio. For other signs, wear it only after a personal consultation.

What is the difference between Pukhraj and yellow topaz (Sunehla)?

Real Pukhraj is a natural yellow sapphire (corundum) and is Jupiter's primary gemstone. Yellow topaz — often sold as “Sunehla” — is a softer, cheaper, different mineral used as a substitute. Always confirm the species on the lab certificate before you pay a sapphire price.

Does GemsMantra Pukhraj come with certification and COD?

GemsMantra's published policy says each gemstone includes a numbered GemsMantra Authenticity Report. Check the selected stone’s number at Check Certificate; if no record appears, contact our team to confirm the document and issuer before ordering. Confirm any independent lab option on the exact listing. India shipping is free and insured; confirm COD eligibility for your PIN code at checkout. See the Help Center for order questions.

Keep exploring

Go deeper before you buy: read the Gemstone by Planet pillar and Gemstone Benefits & Meanings guide, find your stone with the free gemstone calculator or lucky rudraksha calculator, convert weight with the Carat-to-Ratti calculator, or shop the full Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj) collection.

Choose a Pukhraj by its stone details and report

Compare the exact stone's weight, treatment, price and available report. GemsMantra's in-house Authenticity Report is described in its guarantee; confirm any independent lab option and COD eligibility for your PIN code before ordering. India shipping is free and insured under the published policy. Not sure what suits your chart? Talk to an astrologer first.

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Disclaimer: Gemstones are sold as natural stones and articles of belief within the Vedic / Jyotish tradition. Astrological benefits described here are traditional beliefs and are not scientifically proven. Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj) does not diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, and no specific outcome — financial, marital, academic or otherwise — is promised or guaranteed. Please consult a qualified professional for medical, legal or financial matters.

Price data snapshot: 24 September 2026. Report and COD guidance reviewed 29 September 2026. Current stone price and availability may differ.