Moonstone Lore & Legend

Moonstone, with its ethereal glow and captivating play of light, has enchanted cultures throughout history, inspiring a rich tapestry of lore and legend. Revered as a stone of intuition and emotional balance, moonstone has been linked to lunar deities and mystical properties, symbolizing transformation and new beginnings. From ancient civilizations to modern spiritual practices, this gemstone has been associated with dreams, love, and protection.

According to Hindu legend, moonstone was formed from moonbeams. At one time it was believed that if you held one in your mouth during a full moon, you would see your future. In India, moonstone is still regarded as a sacred stone and is widely believed to bring good fortune. Browse our diverse collection of moonstone for sale.

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The ancient Romans also associated moonstone with the moon and speculated that the gem was formed from drops of moonlight. They considered the gemstones as possessing those properties traditionally associated with the moon; romance, femininity, intuition, dreams and the emotions.

George Frederick Kunz, in his famous book The Curious Lore of Precious Stones tells the story of a famous moonstone that allegedly displayed a white point that changed shape and size in accordance with the waxing and waning of the moon.

In many cultures, moonstone lore is deeply intertwined with the theme of love. This enchanting gem is considered a treasured gift for lovers, believed to ignite tender passion and romance. It is said that couples who possess a moonstone can foresee their future together. According to one captivating legend, two individuals wearing moonstone will fall passionately in love when the moon is at its zenith.

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Many cultures have believed the moonstone to be a calming, healing stone. Due to its feminine associations it has also been said to increase a woman's fertility.

Moonstone also has a historical connection with travel. Once known as the "Traveler's Stone", it was used for protection against the perils of travel.

Moonstone is associated with all goddesses, but especially the moon goddesses. In Europe, moonstone is considered to be the birthstone for June, although in the United States it shares that distinction with alexandrite and pearl. Moonstone is an accepted gem for the 13th wedding anniversary.

In general, the energy of moonstone is thought to be balancing, introspective and reflective. It is a stone for wishing and hoping as well as a stone for embracing the cycles of change. Moonstone is a stone for feeling and understanding via intuition and emotional thoughts rather than intellectual reasoning. It is said to bring flashes of insight and stimulate intuitive recognition, helping in the application of intuitive knowledge.