| Moonstone, Orthoclase Feldspar Gemstone Information Information * Loose gemstones * Jewelry links Moonstone is used as a birthstone for the month of June. According to Hindu legend, moonstone was formed from moonbeams. It was once believed if you hold one in your mouth during a full moon you can see your future. In India, moonstone is known as a sacred stone and is believed to bring good fortune. It is a highly prized gift for lovers as it arouses tender passion. |
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ENHANCEMENT CODE N Click to view AGTA code. PROPERTIES Refractive Index 1.518-1.526 Hardness = 6-6.5 (Moh's Scale) Specific Gravity =2.58 Species - Orthoclase Feldspar Optic Character - Double Refraction. Phenomena - Adularescence, Asterism, Chatoyancy WARNINGS FOR CARE Ultrasonic: Never Steamer: Never Heat: Poor Chemicals that harm: Hydrofluoric acid |
Crystal Structure Crystal system: Triclinic, prismatic. MAJOR SOURCES Sri Lanka, India, Australia, Brazil, Madagascar, Tanzania, US, Myanmar |
Birthstones | |
| January | Garnet | ||
| February | Amethyst | ||
| March | Aquamarine | ||
| April | Diamond | ||
| May | Emerald | ||
| June | Pearl/Alexandrite | ||
| July | Ruby | ||
| August | Peridot | ||
| September | Sapphire | ||
| October | Opal/Tourmaline | ||
| November | Topaz or Citrine | ||
| December | Blue Topaz or Zircon | ||
| Cabochon is the popular cut used in jewelry for moonstone. Cabochons are smooth polished surfaces not faceted. Common Cut Examples. |
