Moonstone Introduction, Meaning And Benefits

What is Moonstone?
Moonstone is a sodium calcium aluminum silicate mineral. Its registered name is Oligoclase Feldspar. Moonstone shows a glowing shimmer similar to labradorescence, but lacking in color. The display is produced from lamellar inter-growths inside the crystal. These inter-growths result from compatible chemistries at high temperatures becoming incompatible at lower temperatures and thus a separating and layering of these two phases. The resulting shimmer effect is caused by a ray of light entering a layer and being refracted back and forth by deeper layers before it exits the crystal. This refracted ray has a different character than when it went in and produces the moonlike glow.

Moonstone occurs in the colors of white, grey, and pale shades of blue, green, yellow, and brown. It has a lustre of vitreous to dull and the crystals are translucent to transparent. Moonstones can be found in Sri Lanka, the USA, Russia, Sweden, and Canada.

Moonstone Meaning
The importance of moonstones lies in their vitality, which is as old as the surface of the moon. This power can inspire and awaken your feminine energy. It heals you and guides you on your inner path. Combined with the waxing and waning of the Moon, it creates a sensual, mystical calm. It exudes radiant energy that revitalizes the mind and body while washing away negativity. Surrounded by intense gold, blue and violet rays, Moonstone is constantly surrounded by dazzling white energy, making it a protective gemstone.

The Benefits of Wearing or Using Moonstone

• Moonstones can help to sort through your emotions and gain a higher perspective on their meaning and purpose. It can aid in releasing frustration and surrendering to the natural progress of the cycles of life. It enhances patience and helps you remain objective when receiving empathic information from others.

• ​Moonstone calms overreactions to situations and to emotional triggers. Moonstone is filled with receptive, passive, feminine energy.

• It balances male-female energies and helps men who want to get in touch with their feminine side. It is the perfect antidote for the excessively macho man or overly aggressive female.

• ​This is also a stone of reflection, helping you to look within using the powerful tool of self-observation for self-improvement and spiritual growth. With this stone in hand, watch your actions and reactions to others without judgment.