Pushkaraj, or yellow sapphire also belongs to the Corundum family . Their color varies from light yellow to golden and honey yellow. They have considerable luster, come in a variety of cuts and are increasing in market value.
Yellow sapphire is the representative gem of Jupiter who is the largest and the most benefic of all planets in our system. Jupiter signifies knowledge, religion, philosophy, devotion, wisdom, virtue, spirituality, truthfulness, prosperity, charity, fortune, justice, education, speculation, children and distant travel.
People with Sagittarius ascendant should always wear a yellow Sapphire. Same is true of Leo and Scorpio ascendants.
A good quality yellow Sapphire is lusterous, smooth to the touch and free from any spots, lines or inner cracks. It should weigh at least five carats and set in a gold ring which should be worn on the index finger of the right hand.