Moonstone

Moonstone has a hardness of 6-6.5 and owes its name to the beautiful shimmer it gives off. The ancient Romans believed oonstone to be the solidified rays of the moon. The moonstones’ shimmer is due to its inner molecular structure which refracts and scatters light rays within the stone, causing it to shimmer when viewed from different angles. In India, moonstone is regarded as a “dream stone” which brings the wearer beautiful visions at night. Placed under a pillow a piece of moonstone is also said to give a deep and peaceful sleep. Moonstone is also known as a “lovers’ stone” and has been said to safeguard true love. Moonstone is found in Australia, Brazil, Burma, India, Madagascar, Mexico, Norway, Sri Lanka and the United States.

Moonstone brings peace and harmony and attracts one to spiritual things, assists one in allowing oneself to be served and treated with the kindness and consideration that one deserves.
Some of its physical healing properties include aiding in the assimilation of nutrients, eliminating toxins, strengthening the reproductive organs in women, easing labor, enhancing fertility and assisting the body in releasing excess water.

Emotional properties: It integrates the emotions so that one may experience true compassion and sensitivity, alleviates emotional tension.