A striking Rainbow Moonstone freeform featuring bright electric-blue flashes floating within a snowy white feldspar matrix accented by naturally occurring black tourmaline crystals. As the stone moves through the light, multiple areas ignite with vivid blue adularescence, creating the signature glow that makes high-quality rainbow moonstone so captivating.
The front of the piece showcases an especially bold circular flash near the top, accompanied by several additional flashes throughout the stone that appear from different viewing angles. Black tourmaline inclusions are scattered across both sides, creating dramatic natural contrast against the luminous white moonstone.
Polished to a smooth, glossy finish, this substantial freeform is equally suited for mineral collections, display shelves, or anyone who appreciates the remarkable optical effects found in feldspar.
Details:
Natural Rainbow Moonstone with Black Tourmaline
Approx. 4.1" tall
266 g
Polished freeform
Multiple vivid blue flashes
White feldspar with naturally occurring black tourmaline inclusions
One-of-a-kind specimen
Despite its trade name, Rainbow Moonstone is actually a white variety of labradorite feldspar. Its famous blue "flash," known as adularescence, is created when light scatters through microscopic layers within the crystal structure, producing a luminous glow that shifts as the stone is viewed from different angles.
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