Gemstone for Ketu
Cat's Eye
लहसुनिया
Cat's Eye (Lehsunia) is the gemstone of Ketu, the south lunar node. Marked by a bright band of light that moves like a cat's eye, it is worn for protection, sudden gains, and spiritual growth, and to soften the disruptive, detaching effects of Ketu. As a node stone, it should be tested before permanent wear.
Powerful, fast-acting stone. Always wear on a trial first before permanent wear.
Planet
Ketu (Ketu)
Colour
Greenish-grey with a moving band of light
Metal
Silver
Finger
Middle or little finger
Day to wear
Saturday at sunset
Beej mantra
Om Sraam Sreem Sraum Sah Ketave Namah
Benefits of Cat's Eye
- ◆ Protects against sudden losses and hidden enemies
- ◆ Softens Ketu's disruptive and detaching effects
- ◆ Can bring unexpected gains and quick recoveries
- ◆ Supports intuition, focus, and spiritual practice
- ◆ Helps during a difficult Ketu Mahadasha or Antardasha
Who should wear Cat's Eye
Cat's Eye suits those in a challenging Ketu Mahadasha or with an afflicted Ketu, and is often advised as part of Kaal Sarp Dosha remedies. It should be confirmed from the chart.
Caution
As a shadow-planet stone, Cat's Eye can act suddenly. Wear it on a 3-day trial first and watch for any negative signs before committing to permanent wear.
How to wear Cat's Eye
After a successful trial, set a natural Cat's Eye in silver and wear it on the middle or little finger. Wear it for the first time on a Saturday, after washing it in raw milk and water and chanting the Ketu beej mantra 108 times.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Cat's Eye recommended?
Cat's Eye is advised for a difficult Ketu Mahadasha, an afflicted Ketu, and as part of Kaal Sarp Dosha remedies. It should be confirmed from the chart and tested before permanent wear.
Which finger and metal is Cat's Eye worn in?
Cat's Eye is set in silver and worn on the middle or little finger, first put on a Saturday after purification and the Ketu mantra, only after a successful trial.
What does the band of light in a Cat's Eye mean?
The bright moving streak (chatoyancy) is the natural optical feature that gives the stone its name and is a sign of an authentic, good-quality Cat's Eye.
Gemstone guidance is provided for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for a personal chart consultation. Choose any gemstone from your full birth chart with a qualified astrologer.