Hessonite garnet or "Gomeda" is the main Jyotish Vedic gem related to Rahu (Moon's ascending node, not really a planet ), which is mainly an elemental and instinctual entity. When badly positioned, this "shadow planet" is characterized by insatiable worldly recognitions and desires together with sense gratification. Wearing a hessonite of at least 1 carats is said to calm the senses, bring success, wealth and notoriety in society, increase life span and good fortune.