Moonstone: The Gem of June

Attention to the raw materials used in jewelry has always been a must for Ferro Gioielli. Gold, silver, diamonds and precious stones : gemology, in particular, is a vast world and, from time to time, I also like to talk about some lesser-known precious stones. Among these, there is the Moonstone, dedicated in particular to the month of June.

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Moonstone: The Gem of June

The month of June features three different gems: Alexandrite, Pearl and Moonstone. I have chosen to tell you the story and legends surrounding the lesser-known, but definitely fascinating one: Moonstone, also called Selenite or Adularia. A gem with a changing rainbow color, it is a truly fascinating precious stone, perfect for jewelry to show off on warm summer evenings.

The gem

The main characteristic of the Moonstone is called " adularescence " or "schiller" and it is its particular appearance, determined by this special optical effect that makes it a truly unique stone. The gem, the color of ice, shines with a silvery glow that allows you to see the entire rainbow, in contact with the light. It is precisely the light, in fact, that, passing through the body of the precious stone, reflects on the internal crystalline layers and creates all the beautiful iridescences that are seen on the surface.

Moonstone: The Gem of June

The benefits

Connected to our satellite, this gem is close to the natural element of water and to women in their phases of life. Like the Moon, it is said that this wonderful gem can control cyclicity : for this reason it is often associated with the monthly cycle of women and it is said that it has relaxing powers precisely in this period of time. A friend of depth, it is said that Adularia is perfect for helping in meditation , but also that it favors creativity and the desire to be in company. Finally, its great power as an amulet makes it the ideal gem to create balance and chase away negativity.

The legends

Moonstone has always been associated with the Goddess Diana , of wonderful beauty, protector of hunting, nature and animals. It is said that this gem can attract lunar energies and that, in ancient times, it was used during propitiatory rituals for this very purpose. In ancient India , as in the Roman Empire, it was believed that this gem was born when the moon's rays hit the rock. The name of the stone, in Hindi, is chandrakant , which means "loved by the moon". A beautiful meaning that links this gem in particular to the feminine universe, full of love and sensations.

In Asia , however, the Moonstone was connected to the world of sailors and it was believed that this gem had the power to bring luck in navigation. The charm of the Earth's satellite, expressed by the special color of this gem, is reflected in all the legends that concern it.

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In short: this beautiful gem is truly rich in beautiful meanings, which make it ideal to always carry with you, set in a ring, a bracelet or a necklace.

For this and many other precious stones, do not forget to always follow us and consult our expert gemologists to learn more. The Ferro Gioielli staff is ready to receive you in the store at Via Matteotti 41, in Este (PD), or in the online shop https://www.ferrogioielli.com/it/. We are waiting for you!