Asterisms, or stars, are a beautiful reflection of light that can be present in many different crystals. Visually, these light displays look like a multi-rayed star, similar to an asterisk on the face of a polished stone. Most Asterisms are only visible in bright lighting because they are not a mark or pattern on the surface of the stone, but rather a mobile display of the reflection of light below the surface. Many people may be more familiar with Star Sapphires over Star Rose Quartz due to their presence in royal jewel collections around the world, however there’s a long list of other crystals that may have Asterisms. Rubies, Spinel, Garnets and Beryls can all have stars inside of them! The reason why these crystals display this beautiful play of light is due to microscopic needle-like inclusions reflecting the perfect geometry of the crystals they reside inside. The best way that lapidary experts take advantage of the presence of Asterism in a crystal is to carve it into a sphere, or a half-round cabochon so you can see all 4, 6 or more rays reach the ends of the carefully cut stone. Though this doesn't mean all Star Rose Quartz is cut this way! If you have a particularly translucent Rose Quartz palmstone, tumble, or carving; take a trip into the sun with it to see if you can find Stars inside!