Moonstone was once used to protect against dangers when travelling. It relates to emotions rather than intellect and helps relieve emotional tension. It is believed it aids creativity and self-expression.
It is said it can ease pregnancy, childbirth, pre-menstrual stress symptoms and the change of life. It was an ancient remedy for insomnia.
A "pearly" light coloured stone, approx size 2.5cm to 3cm in length.
It is one of the birthstones for June.