Sunstone

Sunstone is a plagioclase feldspar that exhibits a color range of bright orange to red and is known for its remarkable sparkle due to the inclusion of hematite or goethite, giving it a distinct 'sun-like' glow.

Sunstone
Category: Feldspar
Hardness: 6.5
Specific Gravity: 2.66
Luster: Vitreous to Pearly
Transparency: Transparent to Translucent
Crystal System: Monoclinic
Cleavage: None
Fracture: Conchoidal
Composition: (Na,Ca)(Al,Si)4O8
Typical Size: Usually found in gemstones ranging from 1 to 10 carats
Found In:
US United States CA Canada IT Italy NO Norway
Uses:
  • Jewelry making
  • Decorative items
  • Metaphysical purposes
Sunstone is believed to bring joy, happiness, and positive energy, and is associated with the sun. It is thought to enhance leadership abilities and attract abundance.