Sunstone

Sunstone from India 5.00 CT

Sunstone is a glowing feldspar mineral known for its aventurescence—a spangled, glittering effect caused by light reflecting off tiny copper or hematite inclusions. The stone is famous for its warm colors ranging from pale yellow and peach to deep red. It is widely used in custom jewelry and crystal healing. 

Key Properties

• • Composition: Primarily microcline or oligoclase feldspar containing metallic inclusions that scatter light.
  • Hardness: Measures 6.0 to 7.2 on the Mohs scale, making it durable for rings and pendants.

• Lore & Meaning: In crystal healing, it is associated with the solar plexus chakra and is often used to boost self-worth, lift moods, and ease past sadness. 

• Oregon, USA: The most famous source of natural, untreated sunstone is located in Plush, Oregon. Oregon sunstones are a variety of labradorite and can feature vivid greens, blues, and rare color changes.
• Global Sites: Gem-grade sunstone is also mined in Norway, Sweden, India, Canada, and Russia. 

• Viking Sunstone: Historically, the term "sunstone" refers to a legendary navigational tool used by Viking mariners. Historians believe it was likely a different birefringent crystal—such as an Iceland spar (calcite) or cordierite—used to locate the sun on cloudy days. 
• Sunstone Winery: A well-known organic winery and villa retreat located in the Santa Ynez Valley near Santa Barbara, California. 
• Sunstone Mormon Education Foundation: A non-profit organization that hosts symposiums and provides a forum for Mormon history, art, and progressive cultural thought.