Moonstone was known to ancient civilizations where it was worn as powerful talismans.
The Romans believed it was formed from moonbeams and the stone depicted the image of the moon goddess, Diana.
Similar, Hindu mythology tells of moonstones being made from moonlight.
In medieval times moonstone was popular and saw a revival with the arrival of the New Age Movement.
Since 1970 the June birthstone moonstone has been the official gem of the State of Florida, to commemorate the Apollo 11 landing on the moon.
Moonstone is said to be calming, giving balance to the wearer.
Moonstone is said to adopt the bio-rhythm of the wearer.
Moonstone is believed to spark passions in old and new relationships and is a crystal of fertility.
It is believed to protect travellers at night and is often referred to as the travellers stone.
It is used to treat insomnia and sleepwalking, allowing pleasant dreams.
The chemical formula for moonstone is KAlSi₃O₈
Moonstone symbolizes the 13th wedding anniversary and every 13th-year after.
See a complete list of all birthstones and Months of birth here.