Moonstone Madagascar, 1.019 carats

Technical details: Type: Madagascar Moonstone Weight: 1.019 carats Shape: Emerald Color: Multicolored (Rainbow) Clarity: Moderately Included Transparency: Translucent Hardness: 6.0-6.5 Treatment: Unenhanced 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 like moonlight appears to flow across its surface when moved. Moonstone mainly consists of thin layers of albite and orthoclase. This stone is commonly found in pegmatite rocks, marble, and some volcanic rocks.