Coral (Pravel) for Mars 

Unlike most other gemstones which are of mineral origin, Coral is organic, formed by living organisms. It forms from branching, antler-like structures created from coral polyps in tropical and subtropical ocean waters. When the coral polyps die, the hardened skeleton remains, and this material is what is used as a gemstone. Coral is a product of sea. It grows in branches in sea under- water trees as a marine life. It is formed from the calcareous skeletons of myriads of tiny polyps, i. e. insect with many feet. They live in vast colonies in warm waters at a moderate depth. It is composed chiefly of calcium carbonate. This is arranged as fibres radiating from the central axis of the curving coral branches. It is normally red in colour. It is a hot stone. Red Coral (Moonga) gemstone should ideally weigh at least 1/10th in carats of your body weight. (60 kg body weight 6 carat stone). Coral is porous. To clean it, wipe it gently with a moist soft cloth. It is an opaque stone. Many forms of coral exist but only high quality is Red. Pink, Blue, Black and White Corals are used in jewellery. Most coral is white, but nature can create coral in several other colors, including the popular orange to red forms. This Red Coral, or Precious Coral as it is often known by, is the most used gemstone form of Coral. In fact, the color known as coral is derived from the typical pinkish-orange color of many red Coral gemstones. 

Usage: Coral instills courage and ensures material happiness, recovery from diseases such as fever, cough, bilious complaints, smallpox, chickenpox, and headache, loss of vitality, piles, boils, and measles. Coral loses its hue when the wearer's health declines and helps in curing blood related diseases. Coral prevents nightmares, epilepsy, and arguments in the home. Coral prevents sterility in women, prevents and cures fits and whooping cough in babies, cures ulcers and sores. Coral protects against madness and give wisdom. Mars (Mangal) planet is 'Bhoomi Karak, 1. e. the patron of Land'. Therefore, Moonga gemstone benefits people who work in Land dealings and Real Estate related job and increases the like lines to own or inherit property. Medically, Red Coral is said to help keep the 'Heart' strong and cure ailments related to blood flow. It is believed Pressure, Moonga stone is said to help the wearer recover from diseases such as Piles (Hemorrhoids), Fever, Impotency, Indigestion etc.

Occurrence: Coral is found in the coasts of India, Italy, Australia, Sri Lanka, Japan, Malaysia, South Africa, Algeria, U.S.A. and West Indies. Most coral is found in the Mediterranean Sea or in the Pacific off Japan and Taiwan. 

Each life stream needs to adopt an independent nature when other beings question or are directly critical of choices that are made. You need to be free of judgment so that you can function in a purity of flow. My energies help you to remain connected to your path in this life, regardless of the external experiences that may present themselves in opposition to your actions. I help you to move forward decisively, once you have assimilated what you need for taking your next step.

Energy Focus: Strengthening   & Clearing 

Element: Fire/Water

Red coral helps you resolve an experience where there has been conflict and criticism and move forward decisively. It can clear the paralysis that can set in when you fear to make a move because of someone's disapproval. Sometimes the action you may need to take is to distance yourself from the source of confusion, and red coral can encourage you in this direction.

Composition: 

Red Coral is found at the bottom of the sea. It is composed of skeletons of zoophytes and is therefore opaque. Its specific gravity is 2.6 to 2.7 and hardness about 3-4.

Benefits: 

Mars is situated very near to earth; therefore its influence in our lives is very great and prominent. It governs the head and brain, genital organs, generative system, muscular system, marrow bile, nose, nasal passage and forehead. Mars clears out waste products from the blood and body and thus keeps the body fit. That is why he rules over the excretory glands, kidney, urinary system, genital organs, penis, rectum, and sweat glands. Coral can cure anemia, depression, melancholia, lassitude, convulsions, fits, fainting, weakness, low blood pressure and general debility.

Who should wear: 

Mars denotes accidents, untimely deaths, injuries, wounds, operations, suicides, murder, criminal acts, muscular ailments, blood troubles, head, and excretory organs etc. If Mars occupies the 1st, 4th, 6th, 7th, 8th or 12th house use of Coral should not be suggested but use of Coral in case of placement of Mars in other houses prevents the ailment and adversities as explained above. For Cancer, Leo, Scorpio, Aquarius, Pisces ascendants Coral will be very useful if Mars is well disposed. Aries and Sagittarius are next to these ascendants.

Red Coral is very useful for persons engaged in police, security, defense, ordnance, arms and firefighting and surgeons.

Compatibility: 

Coral may be worn with Pearl and Gomed as they act as catalytic agent if worn with Coral. Ruby and yellow Sapphire may be worn with Coral. Coral should never be worn with blue sapphire, emerald and diamond. However, if Mars is adversely placed one should wear emerald to eliminate the adversity of Mars. 

How to wear: 

Coral should be worn in gold or silver ring on Tuesday morning after purification in left or right hand as the case may be. It is worn in the third finger of right hand in order to overcome the evil effects of Mars. Coral is one of the most advantageous gemstones especially for females during pregnancy, operation and various kinds of sufferings, tensions and frustration. 

Physical & Chemical Property:

Chemical Formula: Mostly calcium carbonate 

Color: White, Red, Orange, Pink, Gray, Black

Hardness: 3-4

Refractive Index: 1.48-1.65

Specific Gravity: 2.6-2.7 

Crystal System: Amorphous

Transparency: Translucent to opaque 

Double Refraction: -.172

Luster: Vitreous, waxy

Cleavage: None