Type: Organic gemstone (marine origin from coral polyps)
Color: Deep red, vermilion, orange-red
Luster: Waxy to vitreous
Varieties: Italian Coral (Sardinia), Japanese Coral, Mediterranean Coral
Hardness: 3–4 on Mohs scale
Birthstone Month (Western): October (traditional)
🧘 Who Should Wear Red Coral?
Those with a weak or afflicted Mars in their birth chart
Individuals suffering from chronic fatigue, lack of motivation, or Mangal Dosha
Athletes, soldiers, entrepreneurs, surgeons, or those in high-stress roles
People seeking to reduce conflict in personal or professional life
Traditionally worn on the ring finger of the right hand, set in gold or copper, on a Tuesday morning during Shukla Paksha.
🕉️ Scriptural Reference:
“Angaraka maham viryam lohitangam mahadyutim, Dhrutim drishtim cha dhairyasya daataaram tam namamyaham.”
– Bhauma Kavacha
“To Mars, the brave and radiant, the giver of courage and vision—I offer salutations.”
