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1 RAINBOW MOONSTONE GEMSTONE CRYSTAL TUMBLESTONE

Translucent, pearlescent and iridescent, the shimmering moonstone appears in a variety of colour guises including cream, pink, peach, milky white and grey. It's silvery gleam gives this stone its name and was thought by the Romans to embody the moon. Metaphysically, moonstone is said to absorb the 'powers' of the moon and is considered to become more powerful as the moon waxes - being at its most potent on the full moon. Psychologically, moonstone helps to calm heated situations and soothe overreactions. It is recognised for its ability to help stabilise mood swings, to banish irrational impulses and stimulate emotional intelligence. Predominantly a stone associated with feminine energies, moonstone can help men reconnect with their emotions. Physically, moonstone is especially associated with the female reproductive cycle and it reputedly assists in the regulation of hormonal imbalances connected with the menstrual cycle - therefore useful for conditions such as PMS/PMT. It is also used to help alleviate problems relating to pregnancy, childbirth and the menopause. Moonstone is recognised as a healing crystal that can stimulate the functioning of the pineal gland and is therefore a useful aid for insomnia, helping to balance the bodies natural circadian rhythms. Associated with the sacral and brow chakras. Average width/length is 2cm.