Moonstone
The Greeks named moonstone to the precious stones that glow like moonlight.
And they believed that whoever wears it will find true love and be able to make important decisions.
As for the Romans, they believed that it was made of drops that fell from the rays of the moon.
It is a stone of love and feelings and has been used a lot in their jewelry.
In India, it is a sacred stone called the dream stone and no one can sell it except on a yellow cloth, as yellow is considered sacred as a stone
As for the Far East, they believe in its ability to balance yin and yang.
In gemmology, moonstone is composed of a group of feldspar (aluminum silicate).
And draws the eye is the inner glow that emanates from the refraction of light through its layers
before it comes out to the surface.
The stone is found in Armenia, Australia, the Austrian Alps, and in Mexico, Madagascar, Myanmar, Norway, India, Poland, Sri Lanka, and the United States
Canada, Brazil and Tanzania.
Moonstone became famous in the era of modern art more than a hundred years ago.
It was remarkably used in making jewelry designed by the French The famous Lalique and you can find these pieces of art either in museums or in private groups under heavy security.
Along with pearls and Alexandrite moonstone considered to be one of the birth stones for the people who was born in June.
Moonstone has calming properties that control anxiety and relieve stress.
It also removes negative energy from the wearer.
It helps treat diseases related to the liver, pancreas and stomach
It is believed that it relieves childbirth and works to stabilize women's hormones.
It is also believed that it has the ability to relieve headache pain.
The healing powers of gemstones is still a debatable question whether this is truer not , it is important anyhow to consult a specialist when feeling sick.
The best way to get the energy contained within the stones is to wear them.
If you have a piece made of moonstone, you have to be careful when cleaning it
Avoid using chemical cleaners
Just wipe it with a thin cloth and some mild soap, then wash it with warm water to remove any soapy residue.
Moonstone is affected by heat and pressure, so it is best not to wear it when performing physical activities or household chores.
Put the moonstone away from other gems, you can wrap it separately with a thin piece of cloth.
Moonstone is one of my favourite stones, its opaque white color gives a sense of calm and mystery.
Nature has given us a wonderful stone, praise be to God for his creation and creativity.
Calgary
June 2021
Sources:
https://www.healingwithcrystals.net.au/moonstone.html
https://www.wellandgood.com/moonstone-properties/
https://www.firemountaingems.com/.../gem.../gmstnprprtsrnbw1
