(vaidurya): A quick acting gemstone

The cat's eye (Gem Stone of Ketu) is usually brownish yellow. Often a light line shines through, giving the idea of an eye from which it derives its name.

Cat's Eye is a quick acting gemstone and should always be worn after a trial. It's influences are similar to Mangal or Mars and include liberation, abstract thinking, asceticism, non-attachment, healing, moksha—enlightenment and wisdom

Poverty and diseases vanish
Ensures victory over enemies and protection from enemies
Grants philosophical disposition and activity of the mind
Mental worries are removed
Anger disappears
Receives the help of relatives and friends
Ensures the welfare of children
Restorer of lost wealth


Gemological Properties
Cat's Eye
Chemical Composition: Al2(BeO4) Beryllium Aluminum Oxide
Color: Light greenish yellow, green, brownish green, brownish yellow, brown
Hardness: 8.5
Refractive Index: 1.744- 1.755
Density: 3.70- 3.72


Astrological-Healing Properties
Cat's Eye
Planet: Ketu
Cosmic Color: Infra-red
Sign: Pisces
Sanskrit Names: Ketu-ratna, Ketu's gem, Vaidurya, Cat's eye, Sutra-mani.

The gemstone with a yellowish radiance and a white band belongs to the superior class. This is considered a stone with a spiritual emphasis and is a good nervine stimulant and is helpful for mental disorders. If cat's eye acts favorably, it makes one a wealthy person.