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Like me, are you fascinated by the power of stones? To wear as a jewel or to admire as decoration, they have been used for millennia by all civilizations of the world.
Indeed, each stone has a color, an aesthetic, but also a composition of its own.
This immense variety means that everyone can find the mineral that suits them best, depending on the benefits and properties sought.
A stone with a feminine aura
For my part, I really like moonstone, this subtle translucent mineral. Its shade, from white to slightly yellow, inspires purity and matches easily with all other colors.
When you move it in the light, you can see a silvery blue reflection brushing its surface. Moonstone is highly sought after in lithotherapy (stone healing technique) thanks to its many benefits on the psyche and on the emotions of those who wear it.
It is the symbol of the moon and therefore of femininity and fertility. It is also known to inspire calm and peace of mind. All this gives it an aura of mystery and magic that causes the admiration of all stone lovers.
Where does moonstone come from?
To better understand what moonstone is, let’s take a look at its chemical composition. It is a mineral of the feldspars (silicates) family, scientifically called orthose, or adularia in the form of pure crystals. Aluminum and potassium can be found in moonstone.
However, it should not be confused with other similar minerals, such as white labradorite or albite. Moonstone is found in various regions of the world: India and Sri Lanka are the most productive. Some deposits are also located in Australia, the United States, Brazil, Tanzania, Madagascar and Burma.
A stone with a fascinating history
The moonstone has known many different names: fish eye, argentine, specular, lunar… It is connected to the night star, which says a lot about the place it takes in the collective imagination.
In ancient times, the moon was worshiped and worshiped by both poets and scientists. She was linked to Artemis, Greek goddess of hunting, nature and virginity, as well as to her two acolytes Selene and Hecate. They were all called the Lunar Triad.
It is interesting to note that today the moonstone is sometimes called hecatolite, in reference to Hecate.
During Antiquity, the moonstone fascinated by its resemblance to the star which dispels the darkness of the night. Many legends were attributed to it: to be clairvoyant, men disguised themselves as women before taking the stone in their mouths.
It was said that lovers could glimpse the future of their romance by looking through it, and infertile women should wear it around their necks to increase their chances of being mothers. The moonstone would finally have the power to influence the feeling of love.
The chandrakant or beloved stone of the moon
In India, the moonstone was just as important in the Hindu civilization. In Sanskrit, it is called “chandrakant”, which means “loved by the moon” (“chandra”: “moon”; “kanta”: “loved”). Hindus believed that the stone was created by the solidification of the rays of the moon. In Sri Lanka, the moonstone was used to call up the monsoon as well as the fertilization of plants.
The virtues of moonstone were officially discovered by Jean-Claude Delamétherie in 1801. It was then discovered that what made it so beautiful was the phenomenon of adularescence, that is to say the fact that a reflection runs on its surface depending on the light and the angle from which you look at it.
The legend also says that Pope Leo X had a moonstone which changed color according to the phases of the lunar star… Mysterious, isn’t it?
More recent anecdote: Florida decreed in 1970 that it would be the official stone of this American state, in homage to the conquest of space.
What are the benefits of moonstone?
Moonstone has many beneficial properties, both on the body and on the mind.
First of all, it allows you to take the gateway that leads to your subconscious and to connect to your intuition. It is a great help when it comes to making an important decision.
It helps sleep and premonitory dreams
It also brings premonitory dreams and offers the opportunity to go “to the other side of the mirror”. It is also said that it is enough to put it on your forehead before sleeping to make sure you have a clear-sighted night … Sleepwalkers can wear it around the neck to be sure to spend more serene nights and not to leave. their bed.
More generally, moonstone stimulates the imagination and creativity and is therefore very popular with artists.
Calming and soothing virtues
Calming and soothing virtues are attributed to moonstone. Hyperactive children, for example, can benefit from its de-stressing properties. People who are very anxious will also be more relaxed if they are in regular contact with a moonstone.
This mineral promotes harmonious relationships between people and softens the temperament of the most impetuous. It is supposed to bring a more “feminine” side to men, thus encouraging greater respect and better listening between both sexes.
Moonstone for travelers
Moonstone is also recommended for frequent travelers and globetrotters. It encourages tolerance and open-mindedness, qualities required to meet people all over the world.
Hecatolite would also be a lucky charm that would prevent accidents and bad luck for backpackers, especially those traveling at night. One more reason to adopt it!
It promotes sensuality
Perfect for couples, moonstone provides good balance in romantic relationships and helps reconciliation after an argument. It promotes eroticism and supports lovers in their search for a fulfilling sexuality free from all prejudices.
Moonstone is not only beneficial for the mind, it also has effects on the body.
Powerful effects on the body and fertility
It is often described as the stone of women because it would have an influence on the rules, breastfeeding and pregnancy. Menstrual pain, difficulty breastfeeding, discomfort during the menopause …
Hecatolitis would reduce these worries and even make women more fertile. It would also decrease the pain felt during childbirth and increase the maternal instinct once the baby is born.
Many other positive points are attributed to the moonstone: it rebalances the hormonal system and in particular the thyroid and would help the good circulation of fluids in the blood.
In addition, this mineral would reduce acne, calm insect bites and reduce digestive disorders related to stress. Of course, all this information has not been confirmed by scientific studies and comes from empirical observations.
How to charge your moonstone?
So that its moonstone continues to be as effective and to act on the mind and the body, it is necessary to regularly recharge its energy.
The best way to do this is of course to expose the stone to direct moonlight, for example by putting it in your garden or on your window sill at night. When the full moon shines in the sky, the effect is even greater.
A few hours a month is enough to recharge your stone, but if you feel like it is tarnishing, cracking, or no longer feeling its effects, it may be worth exposing it to longer. moonlight.
To accentuate the effects of your stone, do not forget to clean it from time to time with spring water.
This process which is called “purification” is important to restore all its radiance, but also to chase away bad vibes if it belonged to someone else before you.
If you don’t have spring water on hand, you can use deionized water. On the other hand, above all, avoid exposing your stone to sea water: the salt it contains is harmful to it.
What stones can it be combined with?
To improve your emotional and sexual life, it may be interesting to use other minerals in addition to moonstone.
Rose quartz, for example, helps increase feelings of love and find the serenity necessary for a fulfilling relationship.
Couples who want to have a baby can also combine wearing moonstone with pearls or an emerald, known for their beneficial influence on fertility.
Be careful, however, not to mix just any stones together, some could have opposite effects and negate the benefits of moonstone.
How to use moonstone?
Moonstone is mainly worn in jewelry to feel all the benefits. As a pendant or bracelet, it is often associated with metals such as silver or white gold because their purity and clarity enhances the beauty of moonstone.
In this case, it is cut in the shape of a cabochon to best emphasize its beauty. Some moonstones can reach rather dissuasive prices if they have really rare nuances.
The most popular are the “cat’s eye” types with a transverse reflection and “star” with several reflections placed in asterisk.
It can also be used as a decorative object to beautify the house. Placing it on your bedside table or in a place where you spend time will allow you to make the most of all its benefits.
The bedroom is a great place because moonstone has positive effects on libido, fertility and daydreaming.
It is not for nothing that moonstone is one of the favorites of lithotherapy enthusiasts.
As you will understand, this bewitching translucent whiteness mineral has been used for its benefits for centuries. In Antiquity, it was already praised its properties and adored for its resemblance to the lunar star.
En conclusion
This is still true today when many people wear it as a jewel or set it in a decorative object to take advantage of its advantageous presence. The benefits to be derived are numerous and affect many aspects of your life.
It will help you find serenity and harmony in your romantic relationships and will stimulate your imagination and your creativity.
Since it is the stone of the dream par excellence, your dreams will undoubtedly be of better quality and, who knows, may even become premonitory if you already have natural predispositions … Finally, you will certainly seek its effects if you are in quest for a helping hand from nature to have a child.