Moonstone Madagascar, 0.479 carats

Technical details: Type: Madagascar Moonstone Weight: 0.479 carats Shape: Heart Color: Multicolored (Rainbow) Clarity: Moderately Included Transparency: Translucent Hardness: 6.0-6.5 Treatment: Untreated Origin: Madagascar Certification: Electronic certificate (PDF) from Saudi Laboratory (MT) - website (www.mtgl.com.sa) Moonstone is a gemstone belonging to the feldspar mineral group, known for a unique optical phenomenon called "adularescence," where a blue or white glow resembling moonlight appears to flow across its surface when moved. Moonstone is primarily composed of thin layers of albite and orthoclase. This stone is usually found in pegmatite rocks, marble, and some volcanic rocks.