Baltic Amber and Moonstone Necklaces

Amber Bead Shape: Oval (Baroque);

Amber Color: Cognac (Brown);

Necklace Weight: ~7 g (32 cm);

String: Orange (Polyester 100%);

Bead Diameter: ~3-5 mm (Baltic Amber), ~6 mm (Moonstone);

Gemstone Beads: Moonstone (White);

Amber Bead Surface: Polished;

Closure: Plastic Clasp (Screw);

Moonstone is part of Feldspar group of minerals together with gemstones such as Sunstone, Labradorite, Amazonite and etc. White color is commonly associated with this gem, although it can be found in peach, green and brown colors as well. The unique characteristics of moonstone are its adularescence and cat’s eye effect in some pieces. Moonstone’s value is highly associated with present of these effects. Pieces that have blue adularescence effect and transparent body tend to be valued higher.

The use of Moonstone dates back even to ancient civilizations. Both Romans and Greeks highly valued this gem and associated it with Moon gods and goddess. It also has been a sacred gem in India, where it has a strong meaning for lovers, and it is common to give it as a wedding gift. Protective features of Moonstone also made it a popular stone among travelers. They carried a piece of Moonstone for safe night travels, especially when the moon is shining.

Moonstone is assigned to June month as a birthstone. This gemstone can be useful for enhancing feminine side in a person. It can help to promote intuition and bring overall emotional balance. This white stone is commonly associated with soothing and calming properties. When it comes to love, Moonstone can assist in opening the heart. Hence it can be a useful stone for new love or reuniting old loved ones.