Emerald is considered to have qualities of the planet Mercury and is believed to be its representation. It is known as Panna in Hindi.

From an astrological point of view, Emerald is worn to strengthen Mercury. Emerald is green in colour and the ones that are light green in colour or transparent, are considered to be superior. Wearing an emerald gives strength to the planet Mercury located in the person's horoscope. It enhances the intellectual capacity of a person and develops reasoning ability and arithmetic skills.

Wearing this gem can bring many benefits. A person can become a good conversationalist or a speaker. He is likely to succeed in the field of education and research. Wearing this gem also improves a person's social and business skills. Emerald can also be beneficial in skin disease, disorders of the nervous system and problems related to the brain. It is also very useful in cases when a person is shy or finds it difficult to initiate a conversation.