The earliest objects in our ancient history of human self-adornment, were made from wood, sticks, feathers, and leather, etc. Jewelry made with specific gemstones came later in the timeline and as with the aforementioned accessories, were often believed to hold various powers of protection; strength, healing, luck and much more. Almost every type of gemstone has at least one tale to tell. This is the story of the mysterious and beautiful Moonstone. There are several gemstones that sailor’s and fishermen would sew into their clothes for safe travels and Moonstone is one of them. It was as well said that if one held the gemstone in their mouth on the full moon they could see into the future. Don’t try this at home!
In Ayurvedic medicine, Moonstone is said to be helpful in finding clarity and direction. Here is a harmless quick prescription. One should wear a Moonstone in a silver setting on the right ring finger – during the full moon. Doing this is meant to help calm the frazzled she-wolf in you. I wish I knew this prescription before the last full moon! Ayurvedic medicine has very specific instructions for each gemstone type within the Moonstone family.
Moonstone’s alluring silky color and pearly shimmer make it a perfect gem for all types of jewelry designs. The unique mesmerizing iridescence is due to an optical phenomenon known as adularescence. When light enters the stone, it refracts and scatters, setting off a bluish-white glow which resembles light bouncing off the moon. The chemical make-up of Moonstone is Orthoclase Feldspar.
We all know the power of color and usually dress accordingly. Wearing black is a uniform way to blend in, and to be cool and sexy. White deflects negative energies and invites in the good. When we dress as the ‘Lady in Red’, we do it knowing we will stand out, visually and energetically, evoking strong emotions. The color of a jewel can evoke a strong emotion as well and gives one pause upon hearing tales of gemstone’s purported mystical powers, to aid in healing; evoke love, or protect. In addition to the more modest believers among us just flip through any Hollywood or Bollywood magazine to find celebrities and their favorite gemstone Talisman. Some will not work, audition or travel without their favorite stone.
Moonstone is ethereally beautiful but unfortunately, becoming a rare gemstone.
It is the birthstone along with Alexandrite and Pearl for all Gemini babies including me, so it is close to my heart. The first known Moonstone came from Sri Lanka but deposits occur in Australia, the Austrian Alps, Mexico, Madagascar, Burma, Norway, Poland, India, and the United States as well. As a Gemini and a traveler, I think I need to add of few of these precious jewels gem to my collection.
This guest post was written by Edwina Young, a New York City born, Berlin-based actress/singer/storyteller. She plays the role of detective, with these gemstone related blogs. Striving to uncover mysteries, facts, love stories and fables in the gemstone world.
