The clarity ranges from transparent to translucent. The best moonstone has a blue sheen, perfect clarity, and a colorless body color. Another related variety of moonstone is known as rainbow moonstone. In this variety, the sheen is a variety of rainbow hues. Rainbow moonstone is in high demand, as it looks especially nice as jewelry.
Fine moonstone is quite rare and becoming rarer.
It is mined in Sri Lanka and Southen India. The rainbow variety can also be found in Madagascar. In India, moonstone is considered a sacred stone, which brings good fortune. It is also considered to be a gift for lovers which arouses tender passion. 4th Wedding aniversary Rox Jewelry has a unique and stunning collection of moonstone sterling silver jewelry.