Feldspars · Collection guide

Moonstone

Identification clues

Look for a pale feldspar body with a soft, floating glow that appears to move below the surface.

Mineral facts

True Moonstone is an iridescent alkali feldspar. A photograph alone cannot confirm feldspar identity or adularescence.

Care guidance

Use warm soapy water. Avoid steam, ultrasonic cleaning, and impacts along its cleavage directions.

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Look a little closer

Try this observation.

Look for a soft sheen across the pale body. Different feldspars can be sold under similar names, so keep the collection label separate from a tested mineral identification.

Traditional meanings & associations

Moonstone is traditionally linked with intuition, cycles, reflection, and new beginnings.

These are cultural or spiritual associations, separate from mineral science. They are not demonstrated health or financial effects.