Posted by Shelby G
on September 01, 2026
Are you curious about the purpose behind one of our bestselling rings? The Starlight Moonstone Ring is filled with complexity and symbolism. Moonstone is often associated with inner growth, emotional balance, and most important, new beginnings. Recognized by its glow, the moonstone's shine has contributed to its connection with the moon, and the many transitions in life.
Let’s learn a bit more about it!
What is the symbolism behind the moonstone?
The moonstone is generally renowned for its ability to balance emotions, as well as relieve stress and anxiety. It encourages inner peace and helps to provide calmness. Overall, the moonstone is often associated with inner growth and intuition. It symbolizes emotional harmony, reflection, and trust in life's moments of transition or change.
Where does this beautiful gem come from?
The moonstone is the gem that is cut from the iridescent crystals of a Feldspar, which is the most abundant mineral group. Their shimmering and opaque look makes the feldspars unique to other minerals. They make up 60% of the earth's crust, and have been found within the moon. This mineral is a part of our everyday lives, as we can find it in drinking glasses, tableware, and floor tiles. The gems that are cut from the feldspar crystals give us the beautiful moonstone, which is highly prized out of the feldspar gems.
Because this gem is so unique, quality care is essential.
Moonstone is delicate, however, with proper care, moonstone jewelry can be enjoyed for many years. It is important to avoid harsh chemicals and heating the gem up to high temperatures. A sudden, or high temperature change can ultimately cause the stone to break. The best way to clean your moonstone jewelry is with warm and soapy water. Moonstones will stand the best chance when they're properly taken care of. It is a quality, yet delicate stone.
How do you know if your moonstone is real?
This stunning stone displays a pearly and opalescent shine, and moonstones can range from being translucent to transparent. They are recognized by the soft and shimmering glow that appears as light moves across the surface of the stone. This glow similarly reflects the light of the moon.
Extending beyond the beauty and meaning of the moonstone, it is carefully created by incredible women who are experiencing freedom from exploitation. As the moonstone's symbolism is to trust the many transitions and moments in life, these brave women are doing the same, by building a bright and more secure future. Each piece is created by women who are experiencing freedom, establishing independence, and developing a career. What a beautiful thing!
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Author: Shelby Gleadow
Shelby is the Asia Director of Sales & Marketing Development at Starfish Project. She believes stories have the power to bridge people around the world and connect us to something bigger than ourselves. Having called Asia home for more than 20 years after growing up in Austin, Texas, she loves connecting people with the women and artisans behind every Starfish Project piece. When she's not working, she's raising her two energetic boys alongside her artist husband, traveling, or chasing the next adventure—hello, Enneagram 7!
