Moon Stone Jewellery

Moonstones are unique and stunning gemstones that radiate light. The name Moonstone comes from the stone itself, as each time the stone moves the mysterious gleaming light appears to reflect differently. In the jewellery industry this effect is commonly known as adularesence. The moonstone then also gets its name from this effect which is similar to the waxing and waning of the moon. Having a shimmering effect similar to opals and other stones, moonstones are ideal and interesting for use in jewellery manufacture. They were especially popular in antique costume moonstone jewellery.