Gems have been used from times immemorial for luck and as good omens.

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Astrologers prescribe wearing appropriate gemstones or birthstones as they are commonly called as remedial measures for mitigating the ill effects of some planets. Besides all the healing benefits, a gem also has the ability to aid sexual relationships, conjugal union, intimacy and commitment. We bring you a collection of top eight gemstones to boost your relationship and sexual life.

Cat's Eye
Cat's Eye is traditionally known as the "tail of the dragon". The Indian name for cat's eye is Lehsunia or Vaiduria . It is believed that by wearing this gem one is able to subdue his enemies and is able to remove the effect of any negative forces working on him. Astrologer and gemstone expert, Dr R.K. Sharma, explains, "It is a gemstone that helps create a spiritual union with your partner. The gemstone enhances the merger of spirit and body and is a very sexual gemstone. It also enhances psychic abilities, mystical experiences and divine knowledge."

Chrysoprase
Chrysoprase or Australian Jade was the favorite gemstone of Alexander the Great. "Chrysoprase eases depression and sexual imbalance and aids fertility. It's also helpful in the strengthening of reproductive organs i.e. ovaries, testicles, fallopian tubes, prostate, besides enhancing fertility and opening the sexual chakra," explains astrologer Dharmendar Diwedi adding, "Chrysoprase also encourages hope and joy and helps in clarifying problems by bringing happiness, peace and tolerance to its wearer. It expels anger, negative thoughts and irritability".

Watermelon Tourmaline
Tourmaline means "many colored stone" because it's an ancient gemstone that possesses a vast variety. Among the entire range of colours available, Watermelon Tourmaline is considered to be a relationship stone. Astrologer and karmic guru, Gyananender Shastri says, "Tourmaline helps to break up energy blockages, which we mentally experience as anxiety, stress or confusion. It also dispels fear and negative conditions with strong protective powers. It is also considered as the best stone for relationships as it aids concentration and inspiration and enhances sensitivity and understanding."

Carnelian
Carnelian gemstone is popular as a healing stone and also used for Chakra Healing and Colour Ray Therapy. Carnelian is said to provide energy that clears negative energy. Oscar winner Nicholas Cage recently had his wedding ring reset in the mystical carnelian rock as he claims it's working wonders for his libido. Astrologer Dharmendar Diwedi explains, "Carnelian is used to boost fertility and also promotes sexuality, sacred sex, and planned reproduction. It can also stimulate, balance and heal a woman's reproductive system namely her uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, cervix and vagina".

Garnet
The Garnet is a stone of purity and truth, as well as a symbol of love and compassion. It brings constancy to friendships and is

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also known for stimulating success in business. It can spark that inner fire and enhance imagination and creative powers and even has the ability to control the flow of energy, which in turn removes creative blocks.

Guru Gyananender Shastri says, "It boosts sexuality and fertility and promotes health, commitment, devotion, and passion. It also promotes tantric sex, monogamous and stable marriage. It is often suggested to people who want to find a true lover. It is said to draw your harmonious and sexually compatible mate to you and also bring about sexual healing."

Coral
Coral is the gemstone for Ariens and Scorpions. The Indian name of this stone is Moonga and it is said to accentuate many virtues like courage, perseverance, the capability to face and solve circumstances and problems. Dr R.K. Sharma explains, "Coral is used for sex control and mind stability. It also helps in conception and pregnancy, heals the ovaries and fallopian tubes and also stimulates ovulation."

Moonstone
Due to its delicacy, softness and fairness, the moonstone has been praised ever since its discovery and seen as a mystical and magic stone which has incredible therapeutic powers. Moonstone is considered to be a feminine stone but the beneficial effects and positive energy of this stone are not limited to women, as it can also help men achieve emotional balance and harmony in their life. "It regulates menstrual and fertility cycles, menopause. It Soothes and heals the emotions and mind, Helps spiritual growth and development, heals the astral body and also boost female energy", explains Astrologer Dharmendar Diwedi.

Fire Opal
Fire Opal is a passionate gemstone that inspires love and mutual attraction. Dr. R.K. Sharma, says, "Fire opal helps relieve energy deficiencies; stimulates sexual organs and the adrenal glands. It also releases and heals memories of incest, rape, and sexual abuse.

He further added, "It helps to establish new relationships after trauma and encourages healthy sexuality and healthy sexual relationships and also stimulates orgasm. This stone enhances charisma, making you very emotionally and physically attractive to other people because it brings out all your assets. Fire Opal not only enhances libido but as well as balances the wearer's sexual energy drive."