What is Moonstone? Understanding the Gemstone
Moonstone is generally milky white with the distinct appearance of a glow to it, referred to as adularescence or schiller. This property gives Moonstone its glowing look, with varying bands of “floating” blue or silver color shifting and changing in the light.
What Zodiac sign is Moonstone?
Moonstone is associated with the Moon and the Zodiac sign of Cancer. As such, it is an alternative gemstone for the month of June.
Moonstone Colors and Varieties
Moonstone comes in a variety of colors, though milky white with floating blue strands is perhaps the most popular and easily accessible. Other colors include pink, peach, blue, yellow, and green. However, these other colors do not generally display the same glowing and translucent effect as milky white Moonstone.
What is Moonstone’s meaning?
Moonstone is a stone of change, intuition, and reflection. It helps the wearer accept change by tuning them into the energy of new beginnings. Depending on the color, it can also be a stone of self-love (pink or peach), prosperity (green), mental clarity (blue), or inner strength (rainbow).
Moonstone is also known as the “traveler’s stone” and has been worn by travelers for protection and flexibility as they navigate the changes to their routine inherent in travel. Other spiritual correspondences of Moonstone include good fortune, hoping and wishing.
Moonstone in Jewelry: Popular Designs and Styles
Moonstone is a popular stone for jewelry and can be found adorning rings, pendants, beads, and earrings. I personally prefer it as a pendant so that it lands close to the heart.
Caring for Your Moonstone: Maintenance and Cleaning Tips
Moonstone is a relatively soft stone, so washing it in lukewarm water with a mild soap and a soft cloth or brush is best. To keep its energy clear, clean and recharge your moonstone about once a month.
