Moonstone

Moonstone


According to Hindu legend, moonstone is formed by moonbeams. It was once believed if you held one in your mouth during a full moon, you could see your future. In India, moonstone is known as a sacred stone and is believed to bring good fortune. It is a highly prized gift for lovers as it arouses tender passion.
Moonstone, so named because of its resemblance to the shimmering moon, comes in several colors (white, yellow, blue, pink), with the best specimens being of a milky-white color. Rainbow Moonstone exhibits a bluish chatoyancy (luminous reflections or "fire"), and other Moonstone exhibits adularescence (shimmer). ** Moonstone is a feminine stone. It's called the "Mother Earth Stone," and is helpful for all manner of feminine situations, including emotional balance, menstrual difficulties, hormone imbalances, menopause, and childbirth.** Moonstone is said to soothe emotions, guard against worry, and help the wearer to trust his or her intuition.** Known as the Traveler's Stone, it is thought to protect the traveler from the perils of journey.** In India, Moonstone is considered sacred, and is known as a talisman of good fortune.** Moonstone is used for the 4th Wedding Anniversary, and is a birthstone for June.** In 1969, when humans first walked on the moon, the state of Florida (from where the moon launch had originated) wanted to claim Moonstone as its official gemstone. A year later, this request was granted--thought there is no Moonstone to be found in Florida (or on the moon, for that matter!).