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.

Moonstone is a gem that we sometimes have in stock within our vintage and antique jewellery range.  To find out about our current stock of moonstone jewellery please contact us at webenquiries@brereton.ie.