Crystal
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
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
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).