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Gemstone Information - Moon Stone

Moonstone is one of the many varieties of feldspar ( adular ). The feldspars are a group of calcium, sodium or potassium aluminum silicate minerals. The well known varieties include labradorite, amazonite, and moonstone.

Moonstone color ranges from colorless, yellow, to pale sheen white or blue. While some moonstone have clear and transparent look, the milky-white variety have blue or white sheen ( schiller) similar to moonshine, the so-call adularescence. Moonstone are usually cut in cabochons to shows their beautiful and attractive effects and soft subtle colors.

The most important deposits are found in Sri Lanka, Burma, Brazil, India, and the U.S.

Moonstone is considered as the most powerful fertility crystals. It supports women's connection to the Goddess and the moon, soothes and heals the emotions and mind. Moonstone is also a good luck stone, especially for lovers. From Southeast Asia to Europe, the moonstone is associated with love and was worn to attract a lover. It prevents young child from night terrors, protect travelers at night and on the sea, and advances women's wisdom.

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Sterling silver pendant with assorted design moon stone