Moonstone Earrings

Belonging to the feldspar group, moonstone, alternatively called hecatolite, is built of sodium potassium aluminum silicate. Commonly, it is visualized with a pearly, opalescent look. It is usually translucent, in white and gray, however, sometimes it is also prevalent in the colors orange, green, blue, pink and brown. Derived from its characteristic visual appearance, popularly known as, adularescence. This gives the gemstone e a milky, bluish light. The science behind this visual effect is due to a visual phenomenon known as light diffraction. 

The spiritual significance of the moonstone is linked with feminine energy. It is also considered an instrument of divine wisdom and is popularly used for spiritual healing. It is commonly associated with emotional balance, spiritual connection with oneself, inner truth and inner wisdom. It is frequently used in jewelry, transcendent practices and clairvoyance to channel spiritual energy. 

Types of Moonstone: 

Moonstones can be found in different parts of the world such as Sri Lanka, Australia, Madagascar, Norway and India. It is found in various shapes and forms, a few of these are: 

• White Moonstone: The white moonstone beautifully draws in the optimism and significance linked to the new moon. It intensifies feelings and emotions in a manner that doesn’t jeopardize balance.

• Peach or Yellow Moonstone: Representative of the moon in the summer months, this variety of moonstones displays shades of peach and yellow. It depicts the fading away of fears and anxieties. 

• Rainbow Moonstone: The Rainbow Moonstone channels the divine powers of the Goddesses to embrace all prisms of light and provide psychic protection. Due to these characteristics, the Rainbow Moonstone is also considered to be a cosmic bridge between the spiritual and the earthly world.

• Gray Moonstone: The gray moonstone is all about unveiling the outer self and discovering the inner self. It is one of the more mystic Moonstone styles. 

• Cat’s Eye/Blue Moonstone: The Cat’s Eye/Blue Moonstone is a type of moonstone that is often attributed to the identification of patterns, relinquishing all that is negative/harmful and spiritual awakening. 

Healing Properties of the Moonstone

• Strongly associated with femininity and the divine feminine, the moonstone can help with many female-related issues, particularly with, PMS and hormonal balance and fertility-related problems. 

• From a mental and emotional standpoint, the Moonstone can provide comfort during life-changing moments. It can also help in enhancing harmony and balance within the body. 

• Delving into the spiritual healing powers of the Moonstone, it is found that the Moonstone is a key proponent in building a bond with one’s third eye and crown chakra. 

If you’re looking to utilize the power of the Moonstone to its maximum capacity, the best way to do it is by incorporating it into your jewelry collection.  Additionally, the Moonstone’s power is felt at its maximum when it is felt against one’s skin as a ring or as a bracelet. When the Moonstone comes in contact with the skin, it resonates with the natural frequencies of the body, therefore, channeling the energies of spiritual healing directly into the body. 

FAQs: 

Q1.  What does the moonstone symbolize? 

Popularly known as ‘dream stones’, these gemstones are said to inherit divine power that brings the wearer captivating visions during the time of sleep. It is also said to bring good luck when it comes to love. It is often linked to the divine feminine and fertility as well. 

Q2. How is the crown chakra related to the moonstone? 

The moonstone is closely interlinked with the crown chakra, which in turn is commonly associated with the cosmos. Additionally, it is also associated with the third eye chakra, which is the portal to one’s inner wisdom and intuitive power.