COLOR : Brownish Red/Orange
GEMSTONE OF MONTH :
ZODIAC SIGN : Leo/Libra
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About Sunstone
- Sunstone is associated with the Feldspar family, and its name for its sunny shades of gold, orange, reds and browns relate sparkle like the sun.
- Sunstone was associated with the Sun during the Rennaissance because of its sparkling orange-gold hue. It was used by magicians to call upon the influences of the sun.
- Sunstone is a protective stone.
- Sunstone is a stone of leadership, positiveness and good will.
- Uplift fears and stress; enhancing enery; promoting independence and originality, and bringing good luck.
Properties
- Symbolically, sunstone is linked to moonstone. Carry the two stones together to bring the influences of the Sun (Healing, Protection, Success) into harmony with those of the Moon (Love, Peace, Spirituality).
- This gemstone accumulate energy to other stones as well as to tradition and spell workings
- It is an inspirative stone, able to bestow freedom, independence and happiness.
- It excel good humor, cheerfulness and an even temper.
Healing Properties
- Sunstone Give you extra energy when you are ill or under stress
- Activate sexual arousal and increase sexual energy
- Sunstone stimulates your personal power of attraction.
- It renovate life’s sweetness and helps you to value and nurture yourself.
- Sunstone warms the body, increasing metabolism, digestion, and vitality.
- Sunstone is used to cure constant sore throats, and to reduce stomach tension and ulcers.
Uses
- Sunstone that is opaque is cut into cabochons or polished into beads, and is used for necklaces, bracelets, and ornamental objects.
- The transparent forms of Sunstone or faceted into gemstone cuts for jewelry such as rings, earrings, bracelets, etc.
Sources
- Sunstone sources are in India, Norway, Russia, Madagascar and the United States (Oregon).