Collection: Sunstone

Sunstone is a stone known for its shimmering glow and golden or coppery reflections, reminiscent of sunlight—hence its name.

🌞 Origin and characteristics

• Name : Sunstone (also called heliolite , from the Greek hēlios for "sun").

• Family : Feldspars (like moonstone or labradorite).

• Colors : From gold to orange, including copper red and sometimes brown.

• Appearance : Exhibits an aventurescence effect, that is, scintillations due to tiny inclusions (often hematite or goethite).

• Main deposits : India, Canada, Norway, Russia, United States, Tanzania.

💎 Properties in lithotherapy

Sunstone is often associated with vitality, zest for life and optimism.

• Emotional : Would chase away sadness, anxiety, bring warmth, confidence and good humor.

• Energetic : Would stimulate the solar plexus chakra (center of personal energy and will).

✨ Symbolism

• Symbol of light, warmth and life.

• Among the ancient Scandinavian peoples, it is believed to have been used as a navigational tool (some researchers believe it was an optical crystal that helped locate the sun in the overcast sky).

🧼 Maintenance

• Purification : Clear water or incense.

• Recharging : Soft sunlight (avoid prolonged exposure to strong sunlight which could dull its color).

• Avoid : Strong shocks and exposure to chemicals.