Crystal Grimoire
Moonstone
Chakras: Third Eye, Crown
Zodiac: Cancer, Gemini
Planets: Moon
Elements: Water
Summary
Moonstone inspires self-discovery and stimulates inner reflections increasing self-awareness. It attunes with the Divine Feminine energy.
Keywords
Often associated with: self-discovery, inner reflection, self-awareness, Divine Feminine, calmness, patience
Spiritual meaning
In crystal tradition: Attunes with the Divine Feminine energy and inspires self-discovery and inner reflection.
Emotional meaning
Often associated with: Cultivates compassion and empathy for self and others, encourages calmness, patience, and inner tranquility, soothes emotional imbalances and releases stress.
History and lore
In history and lore: In India, as Kunz reported, the moonstone was regarded as a sacred stone and was never displayed for sale except on a yellow cloth, yellow being an especially sacred color. Lovers there prized it as a gift, for it was believed to arouse the tender passion.
About the sources
- George Frederick Kunz (1856 to 1932), Tiffany & Co.'s chief gemologist and author of The Curious Lore of Precious Stones (1913) and The Magic of Jewels and Charms (1915).