New 1350 gram 5 inch Natural Black Moonstone Freeform 2.98 lb Polished Specimen

Discover the beauty of nature with this stunning natural Black Moonstone freeform. This hand-shaped specimen measures approximately 5 x 3.6 x 3.4 inches when standing on its flat base, and weighs approximately 1,350 grams (2.98 pounds).

Black Moonstone, a dark variety of Labradorite Feldspar, exhibits a captivating adularescence, a schiller effect displaying a rolling or floating light effect that can range from silvery to golden hues against its dark body color, typically shades of black, gray, charcoal, or dark brown. Gemologically, it typically presents a subvitreous to pearly luster and a hardness of 6 to 6.5 on the Mohs scale. The dark base color, often black or deep gray, provides a striking contrast to the luminous adularescence, which is caused by light diffraction between microscopic layers within its structure. While lacking the classic translucency of traditional moonstone, Black Moonstone's unique optical phenomenon and darker palette make it a distinctive gem with its own appeal.