Amethyst, known as Katela in Hindi, is a beautiful violet to purple gemstone from the Quartz mineral family. Though not one of the Navratna, it holds great importance in both Western and Vedic astrology and is often used as a substitute for Blue Sapphire (Neelam). It is associated with the planet Saturn (Shani) and is known for promoting peace, spiritual awareness, and protection.
Color: Light lavender to deep purple
Hardness: 7 on the Mohs scale
Sources: Brazil, Uruguay, Zambia, India, Sri Lanka
Planet: Saturn (Shani)