In Europe, moonstones have been worn as talismans by travelers since ancient times. In this article, we will introduce the meanings, stone meanings, and effects of moonstones, which are popular not only as jewelry but also as travel companions.
The three meanings of moonstone
First, let us explain the following meanings associated with moonstone.
The Meaning of Moonstone
- Stones that symbolize women
- Stone that calls for love
- Stone of precognition and clairvoyance
Stones that symbolize women
Moonstone is said to be a stone that is especially popular among women. The main reason for this is probably that it is a stone that symbolizes women.
The moon is a star that symbolizes femininity, and it has long been believed that the phases of the moon affect the rhythm of a woman's body.
On the other hand, there is a legend that moonstones appear to change color and size depending on the phases of the moon. Because of its deep connection with the moon, it was also called "Selenites," which means moon in Greek. In ancient Rome, it was said that if you looked into a piece of moonstone, you could see the image of Diana, the moon goddess.
Because of these associations with the moon and women, moonstone has come to be treasured as a stone symbolizing women.
Stone that calls for love
Moonstone is also known as a stone that brings love, and is said to be associated with romance and marriage.
For example, in a certain Asian legend, it was said that wherever the moon is, it never rains, so the moonstone, which symbolizes the moon, was said to mean "tearless." From this anecdote, moonstone came to mean that it does not cause sadness or anger that would lead to tears, and that it brings gentle love to couples.
In medieval Europe, it was customary for lovers to give each other moonstones to deepen their love for each other.
Stone of precognition and clairvoyance
It is believed that the light of the moon is sealed within moonstone, giving it the ability to foresee the future and enhancing psychic abilities and intuition.
In ancient India, there is a legend that a person would receive an oracle by holding a moonstone in their mouth on a full moon night. In ancient Europe, there was also a legend that "lovers would hold a moonstone in their mouth on a full moon night to see into their future," and in the Middle Ages, "looking at a moonstone before going to sleep could predict the future."
In this way, it has been treated as a mystical stone in various places since ancient times.
What is the gemstone meaning of moonstone?
Moonstone has many gemstone meanings related to women, love, luck, etc.
<Moonstone's Gemstone Language>
- health
- longevity
- Luck
- wealth
- Feeling of love
- Harmonious
- Innocence
- Purity
- Complete
Because it is a stone that is in tune with the phases of the moon and is thought to have the effect of relieving tension and balancing the mind and body of women, a gemstone word related to "health" was born.
Furthermore, it is said that the power of the moon gives you the opportunity to encounter good fortune, hence the word "good fortune," and that it is given the gemstone word "love" because it is expected to have the effect of granting you new connections or reconciling with an ex.
4 Effects of Moonstone
The effects you can expect from wearing moonstone can be broadly divided into the following four. Let's take a closer look at each one.
<Effects of Moonstone>
- Effective as a talisman
- Effect on regulating female physical disorders
- Sensitivity enhancing effect
- Healing effect to soothe the mind
Effective as a talisman
Moonstone is called the "lovers' stone" and is said to have the power to bring about the fulfillment of love with a loved one and to lead to a happy family. It is also known as the "stone that protects the safety of travellers", and it is said that people have worn moonstone when going on a journey since ancient times.
Because of its high effectiveness as a talisman, it is one of the gemstones that many people carry with them at all times.
Effect on regulating female physical disorders
Moonstone is said to contain the energy of the moon. Moonstone reacts strongly to the waxing and waning of the moon, and is therefore a stone that can help regulate the physical symptoms of women who are easily affected by the lunar cycle.
It is also said that wearing moonstone enhances femininity.
Sensitivity enhancing effect
The lunar energy of moonstone can easily affect the mental state, encouraging introspection and stimulating the subconscious.
Wearing it will stimulate your sixth sense, heighten your sensitivity, and bring out the potential that lies dormant within you. It also has the effect of making your thinking more flexible and enhancing your sensitivity and intuition. If you are unsure of the path you should take in your future, it may help you pave the way for your future.
Healing effect to soothe the mind
Moonstone comes in a variety of colors, but all of them have a gentle white hue. Their soft luster soothes the viewer's mind and relieves tension.
Even for those who tend to lose their emotional balance due to health issues or stress, wearing moonstone can help them become less susceptible to negative emotions.
Moonstone is also popular as the June birthstone.
Birthstones are gemstones that are believed to bring good luck if you wear the stone that corresponds to the month you were born in. The roots of birthstones can be found in the Old Testament, where a Jewish high priest wore a breastplate decorated with 12 different stones.
Originally, the custom was to wear 12 different stones, each one for a different month, but this changed to wearing a stone associated with the month of one's birth.
Birthstones vary slightly depending on the era and country, but in Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, etc., moonstone is one of the June birthstones. Other June birthstones include pearl and alexandrite.
If your loved one was born in June, giving them a moonstone as a gift is a great idea.
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What types of moonstone are there?
The milky white moonstone is a type of feldspar, a mineral group that has many different types. There are several other types, the most common being blue moonstone, but there are also many other colors, including white, orange, and gray.
Here we will explain the three most well-known moonstones. Although they have the same name, they are different mineral types, so please check them out here.
- Blue Moonstone
- Royal Blue Moonstone
- Rainbow Moonstone
Blue Moonstone
Blue moonstone is said to be the "stone of love and hope."
As the name suggests, it is characterized by its appearance that includes blue tones. Light blue and blue light shines from within the milky white color. It is a mysterious and beautiful gemstone, but it is highly rare and not widely available.
Blue moonstone was originally produced mainly in Sri Lanka. After a while, it began to be mined in various countries, including India, Myanmar, and Austria. Among them, blue moonstone from Sri Lanka is considered to be of particularly high quality.
Royal Blue Moonstone
Royal blue moonstone belongs to the labradorite family, which is a type of plagioclase among feldspars.
Royal blue moonstone is characterized by a vivid aurora-like glow within a translucent or transparent stone. The conditions for a particularly high-quality stone are high transparency, few dark inclusions, and few cracks or fissures.
The main producing countries are South Africa and India.
Rainbow Moonstone
Rainbow moonstone is also a type of labradorite. It is mainly produced in Canada and Finland, which is different from moonstone.
The official name of Rainbow Moonstone is White Labradorite. Its white color is reminiscent of moonstone, so it was named after it. Although it is a different type of moonstone, it is said to have similar energy.
Summary: Moonstone is a gemstone you'll want to carry around as a talisman
It is said that wearing moonstone will protect the wearer in terms of love, travel, health, etc. It can be used in everyday life, of course, but those who love to travel can also bring it with them on their trips to find comfort.
*Please note that the effects of gemstones are felt differently by each individual.
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