Moonstone

What is MoonStone Stone?

Moonstone is in the mineral composition group of silicate, and the sub-mineral group of tectosilicate. A significant portion of the earth's crust is composed of minerals from the feldspar group such as Moonstone, Amazonite, Oligoslase, and labradorite, most of which are not gemstones. In India, moonstone is considered to be a sacred stone and has a floating light effect and sheen called adularescence, compared to the light of the moon. This phenomena results from alternating layers of two kinds of feldspar, namely orthoclase and albite, which cause light to scatter. It is a June Birthstone.

Moon Stone Color

Moonstone is milky stone that has bluish to yellowish tint. Also it has yellow, pink and white sheen that is very soft in look.

Moonstone Meaning

Moonstone got its name from its appearance. It is generally said that if you give your lover a moonstones necklace and that too on full moon night then your passion for each other will never fade. Moonstone is associated with moon and it is the stone of goddess Diana. Some people think that moonstone is a feminine stone as it is associated with female's monthly cycle.

Moon Stone History

Rare forms of moonstones are from Plagioclase Feldspars Albite and Labradorite. It is a popular gem and comes in an assortment of colors. It is usually set as a cabochon and extensively used in making jewelry. It is monoclinic; it has one two-fold axis of symmetry. Moonstone specimens commonly exhibit chatoyancy, and sometimes display a strong cat's eye.

Moonstone Occurrence and Structure

Moonstone is found in Sri Lanka, India, Myanmar, USA, Tanzania and Madagascar.

Moon Stone Properties

Moonstone like moss agate, jade and malachite stone is associated with gardening and fertility. In eastern country moon stone is also associated with Love. According to popular belief, moon stone brings love in life.

While gardening wear moon stone during planting, watering and weeding. Also visualize that your garden is having a life.

Moonstone protects you during traveling so wear it. It is perfect for swimmers, sailors and people who go out on vacation cruises.

Moonstone Healing Properties

• Moonstone stimulates the pineal gland functioning.
• Moonstone balances the internal hormone cycles with rhythms of nature.
• It gives the inner strength and growth.
• It is a very beneficial stone for women and teenagers.
• Moonstone regulates menstrual cycle and leads to growth, fertility and childbirth.

Moonstone Benefits

Moonstone can reunite the quarreled lovers and it protects the people with sensitive nature. It is actually a good luck stone. Moonstone is a personal stone that reflects the person's self. Use moonstone when you start meditation as it will help you be with you in a better way.

• Moon stone balances the emotion. By wearing this stone your emotions will be under your control and you can then express these instead of repressing it.
• It brings good fortune
• Moonstone can helps in telling the future by enhancing intuition.
• Moon stone brings success in love as well as business affairs.

Moonstone Jewelry

Moonstsone Ring	Moonstone Pendant
Moonstone Earring	Moonstone Pendant