Lehsunia
Cat's Eye, the gemstone of Ketu
Lehsunia is the gemstone of Ketu, the south lunar node. The stone is chrysoberyl, and its defining feature is a single sharp band of light that glides across the dome as the stone is turned. A fine example shows a knife thin, centred band with a clear honey and milk effect on either side of it.
In Vedic tradition Lehsunia is worn for Ketu, and is associated with intuition, detachment and protection from sudden reversals.
The stone itself
- Planet
- Ketu / Ketu
- Rashi
- Pisces / Sagittarius
- Hardness
- 8.5 Mohs
- Colour
- Olive Green to Grey
- Usual cut
- Smooth Cabochon
- Classic origin
- Sri Lanka
What to check before you pay
Quartz cat's eye and fibreglass imitations are widespread and much cheaper than chrysoberyl. A report identifying the species as chrysoberyl is essential. Judge the eye itself under a single light source: it should be straight, sharp and centred, and it should open and close cleanly as the stone rotates.
Traditional wearing guidance
As practised in Vedic tradition. Your astrologer’s instruction takes precedence over any general rule.
- Metal
- Silver
- Finger
- Middle finger
- Day
- Wednesday or Thursday, in the evening
Lehsunia is not in stock today
We do not currently hold a certified cat's eye on the counter. Stock changes constantly, and we source to order against a specific weight and budget. Tell us what your astrologer has advised and we will source it.
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