IN THIS ARTICLE
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What is Moonstone?
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The Gemstone of Inward Vision
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Moonstone Varieties
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White Moonstone
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Peach or Yellow Moonstone
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Rainbow Moonstone
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Gray Moonstone
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Cat's Eye / Blue Moonstone
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Moonstone Healing Properties
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Physical Healing Properties
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Mental & Emotional Healing Properties
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Metaphysical Properties
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Zodiac Birthstone
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Using This Gemstone
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How to Cleanse your Moonstone Crystal
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Geological Properties
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Final Thoughts on Moonstone
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Moonstone FAQs
What is Moonstone?
Moonstone is part of the feldspar mineral group. It is made of sodium potassium aluminum silicate and has a pearly opalescent look. Moonstone is translucent and comes in colors of white and grey but also orange, green, blue, pink, brown and rainbow. The meaning of Moonstone is feminine energy and new beginnings.
The Gemstone of Inward Vision
- Full of feminine energy
- A tool for divine wisdom
- Popular in spiritual healing
Like the great glowing anchor of the sky, the magic of the Moonstone enchants us with its bright feminine energy, its tide-like tug, and its promise of cyclical change. For centuries, the moon has been a symbol of the goddess spirit, hanging like an orb above our heads, sometimes a slip of light, other times as fat and full as harvest. The Moonstone captures all this magic and more, this albite mineral is shot through with light beams and a milky sheen also known as adularescence. It is an orthoclase stone – also known as a variety of feldspar mineral. The Moonstone has been sourced from many far-flung corners of the globe, from the tea terraces of Sri Lanka to the whimsical shores of Madagascar, the Aurora lands of Norway, and the vast expanse of Australia.
Just like the moon that hangs in our sky, the Moonstone has been around for many seasonal shifts. In India, the Moonstone has a long history of being a tool used to bring divine wisdom and skills of clairvoyance to the table. In Ancient Rome, the Romans believed that the pearly sheen of the Moonstone was a shard of solid moonlight. It was said that those who glanced into the stone could see the Goddess Diana and that this pearly talisman would bring love and fortune to the wearer.
As Europe entered the Art Nouveau period, the Moonstone once again spun its magic and the stone saw a new flight of flourish as it became the centerpiece for jewelry and transcendent practices. The swinging sixties also saw the Moonstone be celebrated once again, especially as a spiritual tool for healing, and even now, in our modern world, the Moonstone hasn’t lost that connection with being a special amulet to drive our wellness into new realms. To find out more about how the Moonstone can send light shimmering to your heart keep reading.
If the Moonstone isn’t lighting your way, find a stone that shines on you by checking out our Essential Gemstone Guide right here.
Moonstone Varieties
The soft water like qualities and pearly white light of the Moonstone is the look most synonymous with its name, but there are many different varieties of this unique stone.
White Moonstone
Shot through with the clearest white light, the White Moonstone captures the hope and promise of the new moon. This stone is a great magnifier of emotions but does it in a way that doesn’t compromise balance.
Peach or Yellow Moonstone
Like the moons that shine overhead in the depths of the summer months, the Peach or Yellow Moonstone brings a gorgeous glow that lights up the dark and washes away fears and anxieties.
Rainbow Moonstone
Rich in Goddess energy, the Rainbow Moonstone is all prisms of light and psychic protection. Ever ready to lend a hand with lucid dreaming and sweet clarity, this stone is a cosmic connector.
Gray Moonstone
Like the full moon on Halloween night, the gray Moonstone is all about pulling back the veil so you can peer beyond the periphery. This is one of the more mystic styles of Moonstone.
Cat's Eye / Blue Moonstone
A bright balancer of energy and ever ready to welcome the ebb and flow of yin and yang, the Cat’s Eye or Blue Moonstone is all about seeing patterns, letting go, and sitting in a softened state of awareness.
Moonstone Healing Properties
Delight in the divine feminine, find your good fortune, and say yes to deeper levels of crystal healing with the powers of the Moonstone. This kaleidoscopic crystal loves to bring light into your life, and just like the cosmic rock that hangs in our sky, the Moonstone is connected to all our emotions, the turns of the tide, the light and the dark, and the depths of our own soul. The healing powers of the Moonstone crosses from the spiritual to the physical, take a look at all the ways this pearly stone can bring back balance…
Physical Healing Properties
- Helps with PMS and hormonal balance
- Assists with fertility issues
Being so linked to the Goddess energy and the divine feminine, It’s no surprise that for those people who suffer from PMS, the Moonstone could be your ticket to softer symptoms and better hormonal balance. The Moonstone powerfully affects the reproductive organs and brings your body into its own cycle. For those who are struggling with fertility issues, the Moonstone can also help to bring these issues into healthier fruition. Parents to be will also find strength and power in the Moonstone as it can help to ease all kinds of physical discomforts often associated with pregnancy and childbearing.
Mental & Emotional Healing Properties
- Can comfort in times of change
- Encourages harmony and balance
If you’ve ever felt like you were losing your mind on a full moon, then this is just a hint as to how much the Moon affects our emotional balance. The Moonstone is here to shine a light through the darkness and to elevate all those feelings. When you take a symbol of the moon and keep it on your person or in your life, it will intuitively link you to the universe and can bring all those wild hormones into check, ensuring that you are moving in flow with the world outside your window. The Moonstone is also known as the stone of new beginnings. Everything passes, everything changes and the Moonstone reminds you how important it is to embrace the cyclical nature of the seasons and not to fear the turning of the page and the potential of new chapters. Rather than sink into overwhelm, the Moonstone helps you to process and accept through the harmony of its natural healing powers.
Metaphysical Properties
- Connects to the third eye and the crown chakras
- Deepens psychic capabilities
Cosmic and charming, the Moonstone is rich with psychic abilities and a great connector to the chakras. There is something deeply spiritual about this glimmering stone – just like watching the moonbeams dance of the midnight ocean, it instils us with a sense of wonder and calm. The Moonstone connects beautifully with the Heart Chakra, the Third Eye Chakra and the Crown Chakra, the two chakras that invite us to look deep within so that we can see far beyond the confines of our own periphery. These two chakras when open and attuned help us to find our place in the universe and help us to feel part of this great cosmic jigsaw swirling above our heads.
Zodiac Birthstone
- A birthstone for Libra
- A good match for Scorpio
The Moonstone is one of the mothering birthstones for those born under the star sign of Libra. Librans are known for their gentle diplomatic nature and for being as sharp as a tack. But at times, Librans can also be a little indecisive, too shy away from any form of confrontation, and never that up for change. The Moonstone can help Librans to accept change in their life with grace and glory, to not fear the decision-making process because like the moon, life rises and falls and nothing remains a constant.
Scorpios too may find solace in the round glow of the Moonstone. Scorpios are brave and bright and unflinchingly loyal. They can also be quick to reactive behavior and turned towards jealousy. The Moonstone can bring its gentle feminine energy to the table to balance this out, ensuring that the contemplative yin nature is present alongside the push of the yang.
If you want to find out which other stones are connected to your zodiac signs, take a look at our beautiful birthstone guide right here.
Using This Gemstone
Check out our Moonstone Energy Bracelet
- Wear for chakra cleansing and embracing change
- Welcome to the home for creative play
- Keep beside the bed to assist with fertility
Whether you choose to bring the Moonstone into your home or if you look for it as the centerpiece for your gemstone jewelry, those who want to wash out negative energy, rebalance emotions, and say yes to more feminine feels in their life will adore this watery white and beautifully bright stone. Here are the best ways to say yes to Moonstone…
Home & Office
Bring the healing vibes of Moonstone into your home. The magic of Moonstone can be an amazing asset to your Feng Shui practice thanks to all that rich feminine energy. As mentioned, the Moonstone represents the divine and emotional balance making it a great stone for bringing harmony into your home. Place the stone in places where family or shared house tensions can run high and let it bring the temperature down into a softer and cooler place. Find a home for your Moonstone in studios and workspaces to welcome a little more creative play, and place the stone close to the bed for when you are aiming to bring power and positive balance to fertility issues.
Jewelry
If you truly want to make the most of the Moonstones power then the best way to bring it into your world is with Moonstone jewelry. Whether you choose a glorious glowing Moonstone bracelet or a beautiful Moonstone ring upon your finger, having the stone set directly against your skin allows for maximum absorption of its power. When gemstones are placed on the skin, the stone is able to work with the natural frequencies of your body, sending those healing vibes right where are they needed.
Other stones that complement the Moonstone include the protective energy of Obsidian, the shimmer of Opal, the iridescent nature of Labradorite, and the serene vibes of Amethyst.
How to Cleanse your Moonstone Crystal
- Cleanse with water
- Charge with moonlight
Like all gemstones and healing crystals, your Moonstone will work best when it is kept regularly cleansed and charged. Healing crystals are forever mopping up negative vibes and sending our positive energy and to keep this flow fresh and fully activated, you may want to wash away those negative vibes from time to time. Just like the moon hanging in the sky, Moonstone reacts beautifully to the combination of water and moonlight. Simply run your Moonstone underwater to cleanse its energy and then leave on the windowsill or in view of the waxing or full moon so it can soak up those rays.
Geological Properties
Chemical Classification | Feldspar mineral (potassium aluminum silicate) |
Chemical Formula | KAlSi3O8 (orthoclase) or (Na,K)AlSi3O8 (albite) |
Crystal System | Monoclinic |
Color | White, peach, gray, blue, and other colors |
Streak | White |
Luster | Vitreous to pearly |
Transparency | Transparent to translucent |
Occurrence | Metamorphic rocks and pegmatites in various parts of the world |
Formation | Formed by high-pressure metamorphism of pre-existing rocks or by hydrothermal alteration |
Diaphaneity | Transparent to translucent |
Cleavage | Perfect in one direction, good in two others |
Mohs Hardness | 6 - 6.5 |
Specific Gravity | 2.56 - 2.59 |
Diagnostic Properties | Adularescence, schiller effect |
Chemical Composition | Potassium aluminum silicate |
Crystal System | Orthorhombic |
Optical Properties | Biaxial positive |
Refractive Index | 1.518 - 1.526 |
Birefringence | 0.05 - 0.008 |
2V angle | 63° - 69° |
Dispersion | 0.008 |
Other Characteristics | Adularescence, schiller effect |
Final Thoughts on Moonstone
Moonstone is a magical gem to bring into your life. For those who crave a little more goddess energy, who want to stay tuned to the bigger picture, and who may need a little extra help when it comes to embracing positive energy around change, the Moonstone could be just the gem to bring radiant light that cuts through the darkness.
Would you choose to wear Moonstone? Are you drawn to its shimmering power? Share in the comments.
Moonstone FAQs
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What does Moonstone do?
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What is Moonstone good for?
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What does a Moonstone look like?
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How to identify raw Moonstone?
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How to tell if Moonstone is real?
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What does Moonstone represent?
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Where does Moonstone come from?
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Where is Moonstone found?
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Can Moonstone go in water?
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How to charge Moonstone?
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What color is Moonstone?
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What does Rainbow Moonstone do?
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How much is Moonstone worth?
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What chakra is Moonstone?
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Where to find Moonstone
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How to use Moonstone?
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Is Moonstone a crystal?
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Is Moonstone expensive?
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What do Moonstones do?
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What does Moonstone symbolize?
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Does Moonstone glow in the dark?
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How to clean Moonstone?
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How to cleanse Rainbow Moonstone?
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Is Moonstone opal?
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What are Moonstones good for?
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What is Moonstone for?
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What is Rainbow Moonstone?
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