CORAL

Coral (Moonga stone) is an organic gemstone, which is formed by living organisms, unlike most mineral-origin gemstones. Being an ancient gemstone, it has been in use for more than thousands of years. Coral holds a chemical formula of CaCO?. Owning a hardness of 3 to 4 on the Mohs scale, it has opaque and translucent transparency.

Benefits
In Indian Vedic astrology, Red Coral (Moonga) holds great significance. Owned by the powerful planet Mars (Mangal), red coral is vastly beneficial in inspiring the wearer for creative work and delivering peace. A coral ring made in gold or copper metal is recommended to be worn on Tuesday in the ring finger for fetching good luck, power, position, and prosperity. Coral gemstone not only brings authority and social respect in the life of the wearer, but it is also known for drawing better health.
Coral stone is been associated with the month of January, February, and March and considered as an auspicious birthstone for the Zodiac signs Aries and Scorpio. However, not everyone is advised to wear Red Coral. Natives of Gemini ascendant should never wear a piece of coral gemstone, especially without consulting a qualified astrologer. On the account of global environmental protection rules, the production of Coral gemstones is nowadays getting regulated on several stages that result in the decline of its trade.

How to wear red coral stone
Color: Light pinks; oranges and deep reds are the colors of coral.
Finger: Worn on the ring finger of the dominant hand, with the gemstone touching the body
Neck: Worn as a pendant with the gemstone touching the body
Metal: Yellow gold is the best choice for a powerful gemstone like Coral.
Zodiac Sign: Aries and Scorpio (Vedic) Aries (Western).