Moonstone Jewelry

Moonstone is a gemstone that’s part of the feldspar group of the mineral orthoclase. It is mined worldwide, and synthetic varieties also exist. It's known for its otherworldly appearance, with a unique glow known as adularescence along with a multicolor look and often enchantingly cloudy clarity. 

Yes, moonstone necklaces, rings, earrings, and bracelets are incredibly popular. Moonstone jewelry is loved worldwide. The most popular moonstone jewelry pieces feature gold or silver settings.

There are many moonstone jewelry meanings, from simple appreciation of the gemstone’s look to valuing its properties. Moonstone jewelry is associated with June birthdays, as moonstone is an alternative birthstone for June. It's also associated with symbolism of feminine energy, emotional stability, new beginnings, and improved communication.

It's best to clean men’s and women’s moonstone jewelry with a gentle approach. Avoid ultrasonic cleaners or steam cleaners. Instead, you can use a mixture of water and a gentle dish soap to clean your moonstones. Thoroughly dry any moonstone jewelry after cleaning it. Visit our gemstone care guide for more tips on keeping your pieces at their best.

Our most popular moonstone jewelry styles feature this gem as the focal point of the design. Solitaire moonstone pendants and moonstone stud earrings are our leading styles. This gem is often cut in faceted shapes for unique glow including oval and emerald cut moonstones set in white gold or yellow gold.

You can use our free ring sizer to find the best fit for a moonstone ring.

Meaningful and beautiful moonstone jewelry makes an excellent gift. Celebrate an anniversary, graduation, special achievement, Mother’s Day, or a June birthday with moonstone jewelry.

Yes, moonstone is a birthstone for June.

Wearing moonstone earrings, necklaces, rings, or bracelets can have several meanings that vary from one person to the next. Some people wear moonstone jewelry just because they like how the gemstone looks. Other people wear this glowing gem to represent a special birthday or event. This gem is also worn for its symbolism and properties of intuition, feminine strength, emotional balance, and inner peace.

Moonstone is a surprisingly affordable gemstone, making it the perfect fit for women’s and men’s jewelry.

Some moonstones, especially those cut in a curved cabochon style, can exhibit an enchanting glow across the surface of the gem. This optical effect is a phenomenon known as adularescence that can also occur in some opals. Adularescent moonstones will show a soft billowing glow when viewed at specific angles, with the glow moving like moonglow across a body of water as the moonstone is moved.