Vedic Crystal
♑ Capricorn Lagna × Citrine

Can Capricorn Lagna wear Citrine?

Citrine (Sunela) is ruled by Jupiter. Here's what Vedic astrology says for Capricorn (Makara) rising.

Verdict
Generally no
Traditionally avoided for Capricorn Ascendant

Why

For Capricorn (Makara) Ascendant, Jupiter rules the 3rd house (courage, siblings and communication) and the 12th house (expenses, losses, foreign lands and liberation). Lordship of only difficult houses makes Jupiter a functional malefic for Capricorn Lagna. Classical guidance is not to strengthen it with its gemstone.

Makara Lagna, ruled by Saturn, builds success patiently and practically. You mature early, carry responsibility well and get better with every decade.

Best stones for Capricorn Lagna

The three classically safest stones for any Lagna belong to the lords of the 1st, 5th and 9th houses (the trikonas). For Capricorn they are:

If you do wear Citrine

  • Finger & metal: Index finger of the working hand, Gold, or gold-plated silver / panchdhatu as an economical option
  • Day & time: Thursday, ideally during Shukla Paksha (waxing moon), Morning, within about two hours after sunrise
  • Mantra: Om Graam Greem Graum Sah Gurave Namah — 108 times
  • Size: 5-8 carats for a ring; any size as a tumbled stone, bracelet or desk cluster

Read the full Citrine guide or the Capricorn Lagna gemstone guide.

Frequently asked questions

Is Citrine good for Capricorn ascendant?+

Generally not recommended — Citrine for Capricorn Lagna. For Capricorn (Makara) Ascendant, Jupiter rules the 3rd house (courage, siblings and communication) and the 12th house (expenses, losses, foreign lands and liberation). Lordship of only difficult houses makes Jupiter a functional malefic for Capricorn Lagna.

What is the lucky stone for Capricorn (Makara) Lagna?+

The Life Stone for Capricorn Lagna is that of Saturn, the Lagna lord — Blue Sapphire or its substitute Amethyst. The 5th and 9th lords (Venus and Mercury) give the other two traditionally favourable stones.

Can Capricorn Moon sign (Rashi) wear Citrine?+

Gem selection is traditionally made from the Lagna. If you only know your Moon sign, you can read this page for Capricorn as a Chandra Lagna, but checking your actual Ascendant with the free Crystal Matcher gives a more reliable answer.

How should a Capricorn native wear Citrine?+

If suitable, wear Citrine on the index finger of the working hand in gold, or gold-plated silver / panchdhatu as an economical option on Thursday, ideally during Shukla Paksha (waxing moon), morning, within about two hours after sunrise, after chanting "Om Graam Greem Graum Sah Gurave Namah" 108 times.

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