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Parashara's Light Vedic Astrology Software Company has developed an anukul-graha-ratna gem selection feature that some PGA members sponsor and offer to the public as a FREE service. Two of the members offering this feature are AstrologicalGem Dot Com and Astral Gemstone Talismans: Simply enter your birth data and get immediate results - FREE The readings are determined using Jyotish (Vedic Sidereal Astrology) based on Lahiri Ayanamsa. We suggest that Vedic horoscope bhava (house) placements be taken into account when deciding between generated options, as gems for planets placed in the 6th (obstacles-enemies), 8th (death-sex), or 12th (loss-falls) houses should probably not be stimulated. These prescriptions are not meant to replace the advice of correctly schooled Planetary Gem Advisors employing human intuition - but the results are interesting to say the least. Notice to anyone else offering this free service: Please let us know and we will inform the public. Thailand's Astral Gemstone Talismans Release Some New 2013 Series Creations
Where the past and the future cooperate
 Round Eka Mukhi Rudraksha Owned and photographed by John Chew In Padma Purana Chapter 57, verse 38 to 39, translated by Bhatta 1989 it is stated, “The Rudraksha of one mouth is virtually Siva. It can even remove the sin of killing a priest. Therefore one should wear it for the destruction of all sins. He would go to Siva's heaven and rejoice with Siva. Oh Kartikeya - man could only obtain a Rudraksha of one mouth and Kailasa due to great religious merit and due to Siva's favor.” In the recent history of Nepalese Rudrakshas after so many years and among millions of beads produced from trees, we have not seen any rudraksha which can surpass the round Eka Mukhi bead shown above. It is perfect in terms of its outward manifestation and power. Each year I handle thousands of beads up to 21, 22 mukhis. But no other bead can give me such a strong power sensation as compared to this real round Eka Mukhi bead above. I can sense the energy even when my hand gets close. Many Nepalese suppliers have examined this bead, and all have agreed that this bead is definitely one of the best in the world. Om Rudra Eka Vaktrasya Om Hrim Namah Shivaya Gemstone Universe Video News
World’s largest Retail Store Dedicated to Planetary Gemstones Opens in Bangalore.
Ms. Vani Ganapathy, one of the top Bharata Natyam Dancers of India also graced the occasion. Ms. Vani has danced all over the country and abroad performing for many important dignitaries from Indian and abroad. Ms. Vani runs a dance institution under the name ‘SANCHARI’ where she herself trains a lot of enthusiastic and dedicated youngsters. Gemstone Universe, the world’s largest retail store exclusively for planetary gemstones, is spread over 3000 sq. ft. with dazzling interiors based on themes from the Zodiac, astrology, Astronomy and Vedic texts. The retail store of 3000 sq ft is part of the Gemstoneuniverse centre of excellence – the with 10,000 sq ft housing a research center, private viewing chambers, state of art gem photography studio and gemological instruments among other facilities right in the heart of Bangalore. Interestingly, consultation rooms have been named after the two Vedic Gurus/ mentors – Jupiter (Brihaspati) and Venus (Shukra), as sacred knowledge and its dissemination are completely under the aegis of these gurus. The store offers customers an insight into the world of pure Jyotish quality gemstones. Customers can consult with the team of GIA and PGA certified consultants and get gemstone recommendations based on accurate analysis of their horoscopes. A wide range of designs available at the store will facilitate the customers to choose and place orders for their personalized jewellery pieces with the recommended gemstones. Talking at the inauguration, his highness said “Guruji Shrii Arnav and Abhijita Kulshrestha, who are the brains behind Gemstoneuniverse, have carefully planned the whole project making sure that all elements of nature are balanced in this setting. It has been well incorporated in the design and layout of the store also. I wish their endeavour the very best as it really makes a far reaching impact in spreading of our heritage and this scared science.” “Karmic experiences and situations are rather inevitable, under the circumstances gem stones associated with our grahas support and help in reducing the impact of the challenging situations that we face or encounter. But the key is to get authentic and appropriate gem stones from the right source as it is also associated with astrology and other sciences” said Ms. Ganapathy, talking on the occasion. Guruji Arnav said, “The facility is not just another store selling gemstones but an opportunity for people to understand and experience the power of real jyotish quality gemstones. We as the patrons of the industry would like to facilitate knowledge development and sharing on the subject of jyotish gemstones and their powers. The store is our effort in that direction where experts from the industry across the globe would be invited for discussions, training programmes and seminars.” “It is no secret that the gemstones have extraordinary powers that can have a dramatic influence on an individual’s life. Wearing a suitable gemstone can increase benefits and attract abundance into the life of an individual. The positive effects experienced by human beings far outweigh the concerns of the skeptics. The aim of wearing a precious gemstone can be very wide ranging – from prosperity, to scaling the ladder in professional life, a successful marriage, etc. … to progress in spiritual pursuits.” says Abhijita, senior Astro-gemologist at Gemstone Universe. Story by This Week In Bangalore Dot Com – Nov 16, 2012 For More Information see http://www.gemstoneuniverse.com/gemsretailstore.php COMING SOON - BOOK NOW  International Astrological Conference 2013 International Astrological conference going to held on1st, 2nd. & 3rd. February 2013 - Organized by Centre of Astrological Study & Research for Public Welfare, Jamshedpur (TATA), Jharkhand Joint venture-ship with Asian Astrologers’ Congress (Dhaka) Bangladesh and Indian College of Astrology and Astronomy, Kolkata, West Bengal within Eastern India. Foreign Delegation Fee is $120 dollars excluding all the journey expenses. Those Delegates will come through delegation fee they will get all the facilities after coming to Jamshedpur i.e., Transportation facility from station – Hotel – Hall – Hotel, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Tea & lodging also. This Conference is one of the best Conference among the World. Every year a lot of foreigners are coming from all over the world to see & gather their knowledge of this conference. Delegates have to come in through Dum Dum Airport in Kolkata. From Kolkata to Jamshedpur there are a lot of Express Trains with AC Coach available which will take 4 to 5 hours only. In Jamshedpur Delegates can see the tourist places Shib Mandir at Golpahari (Where God Shiv is staying on hill), Jubilee Park, Dimna Lake, Hoodco, Kinan & JRD Stadium (where International Games are arranged) and in Kolkata tourism places are Kalighat Kali Mandir, Dhakniswar Kalimandir (Ramkrishna Paramahansa Guru of Swami Vivekananda has established this MAA KALI), Belur Math, Zoo, National Library, Bay of Bengal, Hooghly Bridge, Birla Planetorium, Victoria Memorial, Nicco Park , Eden Gardens. Salt Lake Stadium (Where international games are held). The time is the winter season in India. Temperature of Jamshedpur & Kolkata will run between 10-12 degree centigrade. CONTACT Founder & Director of Center of Astrological Study & Research for Public Welfare as well as Chief Advisor of the conference Committee is Prof. S. K. Shastry [Mob- +919835197965 / +916572230211(O)]. For more information please contact Hiranmoy Bhattacharyya - the Registrar of the organizing committee at email: hiranmoyb@rediffmail.com / Mob. no +919831575611, raj4ever_jsr@yahoo.com, chakraborty.beauty@rediffmail.com  Click to follow our bloggers Pt. Brij Bihari Sharma Becomes PGA Honorary Patron  The PGA is honored to welcome outstanding Vedacharya and Jyotishacharya Pandit Brij Bihari Sharma, founder of Vedic Life Mission in Kanpur, U.P., India. Pandit B.B. Sharma has throughly studied Sanskrit and Vedas, Vastu Shastra and Vedic Jyotish from "Sampurnanand University" of Varanasi in India. He also holds degrees of Shastri Sahita Charya and M.A. in Vedic and Hindi and Philosophy. Pandit B.B. Sharma has visited many countries such as U.K., Japan, Taiwan, Thailand, Hong Kong and many places and cities in India to perform Vedic Yagyas. Pandit Sharma has also written a book on Vastu Shastra (Indian Architecture) titled "Bhartiya Vastu Chandrika" and for the last 25 years he has been publishing annual Hindu calendar book named "Tithi Chandrika". In 2012 180,000 copies of Tithi Chandrika were printed and distributed in 45 centers of India and abroad. "Jyotish Rashiphal" a weekly horoscope by Pandit B.B. Sharma is published in the National Edition of "DainikJagran" a widely read daily newspaper in India. Vedic Life Mission has been working since 2000 and has performed over 15,000 Yagyas. The PGA is honored to have his support. CONTACT
 Beauty Chakraborty Becomes PGA Honorary Patron Beauty Chakraborty is President of the Astrological College (Indian College of Astrology & Astronomy) and President of West Bengal State Committee of Asian Astrologers' Congress (Dhaka)
News about 21st. Asian Astrologers’ Conference -2012 at Kolkata , India 21st Asian astrologers’ Conference -2012 was organised by Indian College of Astrology & Astronomy,Kolkata Joint Ventureship with Asian Astrologers’ Congress (Dhaka), Bangladesh & Centre of Astrological Study & Research for Public Welfare , Jamshedpur, Jharkhand. Kolkata is Kingdom of West Bengal. And West Bengal & Jharkhand are the States of Eastern India. This Conference is running Twelve years. This Conference is known as the best & knowlegable & successful Conference among in all other renownd Conference of India. Many foreigns & Indian astrologers from different states all over the India are coming in this conference by expending their valuable times & money for sharing the knowledges. This Conference commenced on 04th. & 05th. February-2012 at Samaj Sadan (Nazrul Mancha), near Dhakhineswar Kali Mandir of 24-Pargana (North),Kolkata. Dhakhineswar Mandir is renownd spiritual place . when Tourists are coming in Kolkata ( Easter part of India) they always intend to see this mandir. Because Ramkrishna Paramahansa Dev the Guruji of Swami Vivekananda had seen the The God MAA KAL I and she instruct Ramkrishna Paramhansha for foundation of her embodiment. There also a meditation room . Lot of peoples who are interested for meditation they can take place do the meditation as per their timing ability.
The Chief of this Conference is Smt. Beauty Chakraborty and further any kind of information or any quieries you are requested to give the mail by talk Ar. Hiranmoy Bhattacharyya, VP. Of Indian College of Astrology & Astronomy- Kolkata. E-mail – chakraborty_beauty@rediffmail.com & hiranmoyb@rediffmail.com, & mobile no. +91-9831575611. BANGALORE's VASANT MISTRY GRADUATES WITH HONORS The PGA is proud to welcome new member, Sriman Vasant Mistry, of Bangalore, India, who scored a perfect 100% on his PGA exam - something which rarely happens. For anyone wishing to take advantage of Vasant's astrological and gemological guidance his contact details are given below:
India's Vidushii Luthra Joins PGA PGA Ruling Committee Appoints New Members The PGA Ruling Committee has unanimously appointed two new members, Sriman Arnavji and Smt. Neetaji, as listed below. With these new additions the total number of Ruling Committee members is now 11. To contact the Ruling Committee please contact Secretary Richard Shaw Brown.
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A new "Planetary Gemology" book, "NAVARATNA VISHESHANGAL" (in malayalam) was released in the full day astrology seminar conducted by M/s Astrovision. The release was done by Binod Hariharan and Astrologer P.G.Nambiar in the presence of learned astrologers Sri. Kanipayyur Narayan Namboodiri, Sri. R. G. Thuravoor and Sri. Hari Menon at Bharat Tourist Home, Ernakulam on 25th September 2010. Around 400 astrology lovers (practicing astrologers and astrology students) participated in the function and the author presided over the function. Planetary Gemology Goes Apple iPhone & iPad  Ancient Astrological Gemstones & Talismans II By Richard Shaw Brown, PG http://itunes.apple.com/in/app/ancient-astrological-gemstones/id379587410?mt=8 Description “A complete guide on gems in astrology”---The Astrological Magazine of India *HOT NEWS* NEW ASTROLOGICAL MAGAZINE: MODERN ASTROLOGY  NEW ASTROLOGICAL MAGAZINE: MODERN ASTROLOGY The NEW ASTROLOGICAL MAGAZINE which was started as a successor to THE ASTROLOGICAL MAGAZINE founded by Dr.B.V.Raman and which was edited by his daughter Gayatri Devi Vasudev after his demise in 1998 until her resignation from the Editorship in June 2007 now comes to you as MODERN ASTROLOGY. As with its predecessor, MODERN ASTROLOGY has been widely welcomed by the astrology community as well as by the lay readership and now has an international readership. Annual subscription rates in India Rs. 360. For other Asian countries --Sri Lanka, Burma, Pakistan, etc., it is Rs.1200/- (necessitated by the high postal charges), USA & EUROPE US$ 55 Payable Agrany Publications, 56, ITI Layout IV East Main Road, Banshankari III Stage, Bangalore 560 085 India *HOT New Article*
Prof. Shastri Honored with Padma Bhushan 
For
those not familiar with the highest National Awards of India, the award
"Padma Bhushan" is very lofty in deed. I'm proud to attach this new letter
from Govt of India, informing my dear friend, Prof Dr Satya Vrat
Shastri, of his being awarded, "Padma Bhushan" (He has already been
awarded "Padma Shree" years ago). So far his awards in Sanskrit, including recent "Jnanapith", bring his total of awards in Sanskrit to 67. It's another proud day for all Indians.
Attention: All Planetary Gemology related news will be published here. If you have NEWS please send to PGA-NEWS   Jnanpith Award Ceremony for Prof Dr Satya Vrat Shastri - 19th August, 2009, New Delhi India. Shastri's former student, The Princess of Thailand, was Guest of Honor. Prof. Shastri, a PGA Founding Patron, is the first person to receive the Jnan-pith Award for Sanskrit. PGA welcomes new "PG" Planetary Gemologist John F. Stampfli  John F. Stampfli is the Founder and President of The Stampfli Group. His background includes management positions with Ernst & Young, LLP and KPMG, LLP where he was a subject matter expert in international trade. John was also the Manager of Logistics for Unisys Corporation where he had direct responsibility for import/export operations, regulatory compliance and international and domestic transportation. John received a BA in History from California State University, Fullerton. In addition, he holds Professional Designations in International Business Management and International Trade from the University of California, Los Angeles and is a Certified & Registered Gemologist. Now he is also a Planetary Gemologist certified by the PGA. Congratulations!!! Australia's Jaye Walton interviews Richard Brown on Thai TV  Planetary Gemology on TV "Morning Talk" Kampeer Krungpradap-Koobharamee Color eBook  GREAT NEWS FOR THAI READERS, Richard Shaw Brown's Benjamin Franklin Award winning classic, "Ancient Astrological Gemstones & Talismans - 2nd Edition since 1995 with 8 additional Chapters and full color improved design, is now available in Thai language as a a full-color, large-format eBook. Online Password Protected Download - 8 MB Price: 400 Baht or US$ 11.40 PURCHASE ON LINE PGA Secretary Richard Shaw Brown is featured on Thai TV during opening of the Bangkok International Gem and Jewelry Show Feb 25, 2009 
PGA Founder-Patron Prof. Satya Vrat Shastri conferred D Litt Degree, Honoris Causa from Deccan College, Pune, 2009 
New Article on Richard S. Brown in Look East Magazine 
More Honors & Awards for PGA Honorary Founder Patron Prof. Dr. Satya Vrat Shastri, Padma Shree  
2009 People's Collection by Astral Gemstone Talismans In view of the economy AGT has started creating numbered talismans in Sterling Silver and 18k Gold Trim that are affordable to the general public. Below are four examples. For more information contact www.agt-gems.com.
Rudraksha Jagat Guru Sri Kamal Narayan Seetha becomes PGA Honorary Patron  Kamal Narayan Seetha, Rudra Centre, Shop No 9, Emerald Complex, Near Imax Adlabs, Bhakti Park, Anik Wadala Link Road, Wadala (E) Mumbai-400037 Maharashtra, (INDIA), Tel: (0)-(91)-22-24046611, 24046655, E-mail: RudraCentre@hotmail.com "Talk Presentation On Gemology and Planetary Gemstones"  Planetary Gemologist Tan Kah Yeow gave a "Talk Presentation On Gemology and Planetary Gemstones" on 24-08-2008 (Sunday) at 4pm to 6pm, at Nyonya Baba Association in Penang, Malaysia. WORLD'S BEST BOOK ON RUDRAKSHA REPUBLISHED By leading expert Sri Kamal Narayan Seetha, founder of Rudra Center in Mumbai  GREAT NEW PAINTING OF LORD RAHU 
There
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a story. I WOULD
BE GLAD IF YOU SHOW THIS IMAGE OF RAHU ON YOUR WEBSITE. SITE : WWW.RAHU.WETPAINT.COM PGA WELCOMES NEW "PLANETARY GEMOLOGIST"  Tan Kah Yeow, RGA, RG, PG, AJP, No. 90, Argyll Road, 10050 Penang, Malaysia. Mobile: (006)017-4786365 Tel/Fax: (006)04-2634472, E-mail: mp_gemologist@yahoo.com NEW Ancient Astrological Gemstones & Talismans II By Richard Shaw Brown, PG 
The 13 year anniversary, greatly-expanded, 2nd Edition of this
Award-Winning classic is published. 
NOW: Ayurvedic Gem Therapy Course by Howard Beckman, PG Balaji Gem Instruments Develops GL108 Balaji GL108 Navaratna Gem Lamps, Natural Gem Therapy Instruments...Rapid Results With No Side Effects!  The Balaji GL108 Navaratna Gem Lamps have been used to treat everything from sprains and burns, depression and neurological disorders to simply rejuvenating the mind and body...all with outstanding results! For More Information Visit http://www.balajigl108.com/ Astral Gemstone Talismans Opens New Location
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The PGA is honored to welcome Mr. Dan Cooper, GG, PG - who is our 11th Planetary Gemologist READ MORE ON DAN  Ms Neeta, Director Rudra Centre, and Shree Rajeev Krishna Dasa, Director Shaligram.com Visit PGA Secretary, Richard Shaw Brown, PG, in Bangkok recently NEW
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 The PGA is honored to welcome Mr. Loren Minner, GG, FGA, PG - who is our 10th Planetary Gemologist Academic Background: High School graduate 1972, Coconino High School, Flagstaff, AZ Graduate, Albuquerque School of Jewelers Arts, Albuquerque, NM, December 1st, 1976. Graduate, Gemological Institute of America, Diamond Grading and Evaluation Course, April 28th, 1981. Graduate, Gemological Institute of America, Stone and Gem Identification Course, June 29th, 1984. Graduate Gemologist, Gemological Institute of America, December 4th, 1984. Fellow, Gemmological Association and Gem Testing Laboratory of Great Britain. (Gem-A.) Granted Diploma in Gemmology, November 9th, 1987. Accredited at Level 5 with the UK Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA), the equivalent of a UK foundation degree. The Gemmological Association is a UK Government recognized Awarding Body. Appraisal Information Network, since 1998. (Continuing education & networking) (Not current.) Accredited member, International Society of Appraisers. Core Courses in Appraisal Studies: Reviewed & Approved by UMUC (University of Maryland University College) Continuing Education Unit. Module I and II including Course 101: Ethics, Business Practices, Communication; Course 102: Identification & Authentication, Research, Technology, Report Writing; Course 103: Legal Aspects of Appraising, Case Studies, Expert Witness, IRS Report Writing etc. (Not current.) Student, Jiva USA, Jagannath Institute of Vedic Astrology, 2007 (current) Subscribes to numerous jewelry, gemological, and valuation publications. Professional Background Director, Albuquerque School of Jewelers Arts, Albuquerque, NM 1978 thru 1981. State approved, jewelerís trade school teaching goldsmithing, diamond setting, lost wax casting, wax model making, rubber mold making, and jewelry repair. Owner Jewelers Trade Shop, Albuquerque, NM 1978 thru 1981, relocated to Belen, NM 1981 thru 1991. Wholesale work to the jewelry trade, jewelry repair, stone setting, wax model making, casting and fabrication. Owner Golden West Jewelry and Loan, Belen, NM 1981 thru 1998. Retail pawnshop and jewelry store. Engaged in pawn loans, retail jewelry sales, custom jewelry design, manufacture, buying and selling diamonds, colored stones and jewelry. Appraisals since 1984. Owner The Ringmaster, Diamond and Goldworks, Belen, NM 1998 to 2006. Retail jewelry store specializing in while you wait jewelry repairs, custom orders, and fine jewelry appraisals. Buying and selling diamonds, colored stones and jewelry. Owner Ringmasters, Jewelry Appraisal Services, Belen, NM 2002 to 2006, specializing in fine jewelry, diamond and gemstone appraisal services (insurance, estate, federal) offered exclusively through select fine jewelry stores. Owner Ringmasters, Custom Vedic Talismans, 2006 to present. Accredited member, International Society of Appraisers. (Not Current) Fellow, Gemmological Association of† and Gem testing Laboratory of Great Britain. (Gem-A).(Current) Memberships Gemmological Association of Great Britain.(Current) Website
Astrojeweler.com, under
construction.  Jyotish expert Mrs. Nanda Arambewela and the Honorable Education Minister of Sri Lanka pictured with PGA Acting Secretary Richard Brown in Bangkok recently. BALAJI GL108 NAVARATNA GEM LAMP  Modern Science and Ancient Wisdom Over the last decade in Europe, Russia and the United Kingdom pioneering work has been carried out on vibrational healing. During this time Howard Beckman and his wife Jennifer have brought together a concise and conclusive system of Ayurvedic Gem Therapy. Together with the help of their team of scientists and staff, they have produced the Balaji GL108 Navaratna Gem Lamp. The GL108 enhances the individual gem cosmic rays even further using innovative science on the cutting edge of modern technology. The gem lamps have been used to treat everything from burns, infections and sprains to depression and neurological disorders. All with outstanding results. The Balaji GL108 Navaratna Gem Lamp consists of an electronic instrument encased in steel with a front control panel to set the desired frequencies and times of treatments. It has been certified by US government approved testing laboratories to meet all required specifications for such a device to be sold in the US, Canada, the United Kingdom and Europe, which makes it also approved for most all other countries in the world. It is supplied with 2 gem lamps made of heat-resistant materials that can never become hot to the touch so as to cause burning in any case instances. A set of 9 natural, untreated gems and 9 specialty color filters are also supplied with the gem lamps, as well as 2 tripods to support the lamps' use. Healing with Color/Gem Therapy The human body is composed of vibrating groups of cells. These cells are in turn made up of the seven cosmic rays in varying degrees. To remain in a healthy state the rays within the cells should be in a state of equilibrium. Disease occurs by the outward and inward actions of the individual. The body's natural defense manages to adjust when up to two cosmic rays are disturbed and through proper maintenance it can right itself. But when three or more cosmic rays are disturbed, the body will succumb to disease. Certain gemstones are recognized to be storehouses of the individual cosmic rays. The ancient Greeks, Egyptians, and Judaic cultures used gems for healing, but it was the Vedic culture of India that gives the most comprehensive practice of gem therapy. Particular gems were connected to specific cosmic rays; Ruby - red ray, Pearl - orange ray, Red coral - yellow, Emerald - green, Yellow Sapphire - blue ray, Diamond/White Sapphire - Indigo and Blue Sapphire - violet. These in turn are connected to specific energies or doshas within the body and mind. Gem therapy is usually administered by gem tinctures, ayurvedic gem medicines or rings and amulets. Only natural gems are used, as their vibration is the same as the corresponding rays. Glass and synthetic or heated gems do not vibrate at the same specific level and therefore will not give the same results. The gems we provide for use with the lamps are transparent except for the pearl, red coral and crysoberyl cats-eye (which are never transparent) and are of beautiful natural color. For more information on how to take advantage of this cutting edge innovative technology, please call Balaji Gem Instruments, 505.757.6194 or send an e-mail to balaji@vedicworld.org  AGT Wins *5 Stars* OTOP Award, "2006 Product Champion of Thailand" 
VIP Astrological Guru Pandit Sanjay Rath is new PGA Honorary Patron 
Planetary
Gemologists Association,
C3 Building, Lumpini Night Bazaar, 1875 Rama 4 Road, Lumpini, Bangkok 10330, Kingdom of Thailand Kind Attn: Mr. Richard Shaw Brown, PG Dear Richard, We acknowledge with pleasure, the efforts made by you and the Planetary Gemnologists Association in promoting awareness about Jyotisa Quality gemstones and their proper use. Specifically, the information, documentation and proof about the following is very much appreciated. 1. The continuing debate on anukula (favourable, risk free) and pratikula (unfavourable, appeasement) gemstones. In principle, we strongly support the use of anukula gemstones and would recommend a pratikula gemstone only if it was involved in a strong favourable yoga in a kendra (quadrant). 2. The nava-ratna or nine principal gemstones of the navagraha, their definitions of quality including colour, clarity etc. All the nine gemstones are ideally used with the ruby in the centre surrounded with the other eight gems in an eight-petal heart lotus formation, as a pendant. We have been admiring your beautiful creations. 3. Discussion on gemstone conflicts are interesting and in principle we have found them to alter the strength of the principal gemstone in a negative manner, provided they do not form a part of any yoga. 4. Bogus and Genuine Lakshmi Shanka information at the website http://www.p-g-a.org/index1.html is very helpful and we hope to see your continued efforts in this direction in the future as well. We acknowledge and accept with thanks, your offer to be an Honorary Patron of the Planetary Gemologists Association. With best wishes, Yours truly, (Sanjay Rath) Pt. Sanjay Rath, Paramaguru, SJC w Sri Jagannath Centre w 15B Gangaram Hospital Road, New Delhi 110060 w +91 11 25717162 w http://srijagannath.org Academic Director, JIVA w Jagannath Institute of Vedic Astrology w P.O. Box 538, Aromas, CA 95004, USA w http://jiva.us Editor, The Jyotish Digest w http://thejyotishdigest.com w Chairman, SJCERC w SJC Education & Research Center Academic Director, JIVA w Slavic Institute of Vedic Astrology, Novi Sad, Serbia w http://siva-edu.com 
Thai Superstar Naamthip and Richard Shaw Brown at the launch party for Richard's 9th Designs Collection held in Bangkok on Dec 1, 2007
Excellent meta tags, coding and information worthy of the PGA's highest Web Award
 Richard Shaw Brown Launches 8th Talisman Designs Collection
PGA Warning: Common Lightning Whelk WRONGLY sold as fabled Valampuri Lakshmi Conch DON'T BE FOOLED!!! 
 New PGA Book Published - in the mail. If you are a PGA member and do not receive this book please write or contact the PGA to get your free copy.
Preview Richard Shaw Brown's "Sri Chintamani" Talismans Collection for 2005 NEW PGA FEATURE: LISTING OF PGA GEM SUPPLIERS
The Sanskrit name for the PGA was composed by HONORARY PATRON Prof. Dr. Satya Vrat Shastri, Padma Shri |
Vasant Mistry
Ms Neeta
Dr. K. Venkatesan
Pandit S.P.Tata
American College of Vedic Astrology
Florida Vedic College
Vedic Astrology Institute of Central
Texas
India's 
Carol
Levy GG, PG, is the 6th Planetary Gemologist to be recognized
by the PGA. Her contact information is in members or graduates 
Dr.
Badri Raj Joshi, Ph.D., PGA, the son of Nepal’s Royal Astrologer
and senior PGA Patron Prof Mangal Raj Joshi, has become a new
PGA member and PGA graduate. His contact information is also
found inside.
