Yellow Sapphire, known as Pukhraj (or Pushkaraj), is the most powerful gemstone of Jupiter (Guru/Brihaspati) — the largest planet of the solar system and the significator of wisdom, wealth, luck and virtue. One of the nine Navratna stones, Pukhraj is worn to attract prosperity, knowledge, career growth and a happy married life. AstroKapoor is a leading online seller of 100% natural, certified Pukhraj. Discover its benefits, who should wear it, how to wear it, its mantra and price below. Get Free Recommendation for Yellow Sapphire / Pukhraj
Astrological Benefits of Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj)
Jupiter is a satvik, highly benefic planet, and its stone Pukhraj carries the same pure, expansive energy. Wearing a certified Yellow Sapphire is believed to bring:
- Wisdom & knowledge — success in education and clear judgement
- Wealth & prosperity — abundance, growth and financial stability
- Marriage & happiness — especially auspicious for women
- Career & recognition — success, authority and good reputation
- Health & positivity — self-realisation, balance and well-being
Who Should Wear Yellow Sapphire?
Yellow Sapphire is most beneficial for Sagittarius (Dhanu) and Pisces (Meen) ascendants, since Jupiter rules these signs. It is especially recommended for women — as Jupiter governs the position of the husband in a woman’s chart, unmarried women wear Pukhraj to find a good life partner and married women wear it for marital harmony. It also benefits anyone with a weak Jupiter. Always confirm suitability with an astrologer first. Can you wear Yellow Sapphire?
Yellow Sapphire for Career & Profession
Because Jupiter rules wisdom, law and ethics, Pukhraj especially benefits people in these fields: gold business and trade, religious work, ministry and administration, teaching and higher education (Ph.D., research), justice and law.
How to Wear Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj)
For full benefits, follow the correct method:
- Metal: Gold (or Panchdhatu)
- Finger: Index finger of the right hand
- Day & time: Thursday morning, during Shukla Paksha (waxing moon)
- Weight: Usually 1/10th of body weight in ratti (e.g. ~5–7 carat) — confirm with an astrologer
- Method: Cleanse the ring in raw milk or Ganga water, chant the mantra, then wear it
Mantra for Yellow Sapphire / Pukhraj
Energise your Pukhraj by chanting the Jupiter mantra:
- Beej Mantra: “Om Gram Greem Graum Sah Gurave Namah”
- Naam Mantra: “Om Brim Brihaspataye Namah”
How to Identify an Original Pukhraj
A genuine Yellow Sapphire has an even, pure golden-yellow colour, good transparency and a natural (not glassy) lustre, and comes with a gem-lab certificate. Natural stones may show fine inclusions, while fakes look too perfect or have air bubbles. Always buy a certified natural Pukhraj to be sure. Prefer a budget option? Yellow Topaz (Sunela) is an affordable substitute for the same planet, Jupiter.
Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj) Price
The price of natural Pukhraj depends on its origin (Ceylon commands a premium), colour, clarity, carat weight and certification — ranging from affordable commercial stones to premium unheated Ceylon sapphires. For a full breakdown, see our guide on Yellow Sapphire price in Delhi. Buy Certified Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj) Online
Health & Wellbeing
In traditional belief, Yellow Sapphire is associated with supporting the liver, digestion and circulation, and easing issues linked to jaundice, flatulence and the skin. (These are traditional beliefs and not a substitute for professional medical advice.)
Energization by Our Purohits (Pran Pratishtha)
Every Pukhraj at AstroKapoor is energised by our purohits through a proper Pran Pratishtha ritual — performed at an auspicious time with yellow cloth, flowers, offerings and mantra recitation — so the stone reaches you spiritually charged and ready to wear.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits of wearing Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj)?
Pukhraj strengthens Jupiter and is worn for wisdom, wealth and prosperity, career growth, and a happy married life. It is considered especially auspicious for women and for those in education, law and business.
Who should wear Yellow Sapphire?
It is most beneficial for Sagittarius and Pisces ascendants (ruled by Jupiter), for those with a weak Jupiter, and for women — unmarried women for marriage and married women for harmony. Consult an astrologer before wearing.
How should I wear a Pukhraj and on which finger?
Wear it set in gold on the index finger of the right hand on a Thursday morning, after cleansing it in milk or Ganga water and chanting the Jupiter mantra “Om Gram Greem Graum Sah Gurave Namah.”
How can I identify an original Yellow Sapphire?
A genuine Pukhraj has an even golden-yellow colour, good transparency, a natural lustre and a gem-lab certificate. Fakes look too flawless or contain air bubbles. Always buy a certified natural stone.
What is the price of Yellow Sapphire?
The price depends on origin, colour, clarity, carat weight and certification — from affordable commercial stones to premium unheated Ceylon Pukhraj. See our detailed Yellow Sapphire price guide for the full range.
