Sunstone sphere
6.8 oz
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Sunstone is a type of feldspar mineral known for its glittering effect, a historical artifact, or modern uses in jewelry and decoration. The mineral sunstone is characterized by its aventurescence, a sparkling effect caused by reflections from within the stone. This effect is due to tiny platelets of red copper, hematite, or goethite within the stone, which reflect light and give sunstone its distinctive shimmer.
In historical contexts, a “sunstone” is sometimes mentioned in connection with Viking navigation. According to some theories and legends, Vikings might have used a type of crystal known as a “sunstone” to locate the sun’s position even on overcast days or when the sun was just below the horizon, thus aiding their navigation across the open sea.
In more modern contexts, sunstone is popular in jewelry making due to its unique glittering appearance and is also appreciated among collectors of semi-precious stones.
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6.8 oz
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Sunstone is a type of feldspar mineral known for its glittering effect, a historical artifact, or modern uses in jewelry and decoration. The mineral sunstone is characterized by its aventurescence, a sparkling effect caused by reflections from within the stone. This effect is due to tiny platelets of red copper, hematite, or goethite within the stone, which reflect light and give sunstone its distinctive shimmer.
In historical contexts, a “sunstone” is sometimes mentioned in connection with Viking navigation. According to some theories and legends, Vikings might have used a type of crystal known as a “sunstone” to locate the sun’s position even on overcast days or when the sun was just below the horizon, thus aiding their navigation across the open sea.
In more modern contexts, sunstone is popular in jewelry making due to its unique glittering appearance and is also appreciated among collectors of semi-precious stones.
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