Moonstone
Moonstone comes in many different colours but the most popular is almost colourless white with a hint of blue or grey. Moonstone also comes in yellow, brown and grey/black. Due to it's almost translucent, milky appearance, Moonstone has an element of mystery and romance. It is sometimes compared to looking at a full moon.Moonstone is said to bring it's owner good luck.
Sources: India, Burma (Myanmar), Sri Lanka.
Hardness: 6-6.5 on Mohs scale.
Toughness: Poor due to cleavage.
Moonstone is an alternative birthstone for June.
To view our collection of moonstone jewellery please visit our Capel Street store.