{"product_id":"blue-moonstone-bracelet-soft-sheen-beads","title":"Blue Moonstone Bracelet — Soft Sheen Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003eMoonstone is feldspar: orthoclase and albite layers stacked at a microscopic scale. Light entering those layers scatters and returns as a soft floating sheen, which is why the stone appears to glow from slightly below the surface rather than reflect off it. This is the blue-grey material, mainly from Sri Lanka and India, at 6 to 6.5 on the Mohs scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural moonstone (feldspar)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single loop, elastic, no clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 15-18 cm (5.9-7.1 in) wrist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-6.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout moonstone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoonstone is feldspar — a mix of orthoclase and albite layers stacked at a microscopic scale. Light entering those layers scatters and returns as the soft floating sheen called adularescence, which is a physical effect rather than a coating. It measures 6 to 6.5 on the Mohs scale. Grey and blue-grey material comes mainly from Sri Lanka and India, and the body colour is natural.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFit and sizing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a single loop, elastic bracelet on elastic with no clasp, and fits approx. 15-18 cm (5.9-7.1 in) wrist. Because the core is elastic it rolls on over the hand, so there is nothing to fasten one-handed. If you need a specific length, message us before ordering and we will tell you what is in stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeldspar has cleavage planes, so a sharp knock can split a bead. Wipe with a soft damp cloth, avoid ultrasonic cleaning, and store the bracelet flat in a pouch rather than loose in a box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping and returns\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrders are processed in 1-3 business days from our Shenzhen studio. Standard delivery to the US takes 10-20 business days and costs $8; shipping is free on orders over $70. Express delivery is $15. A tracking number is emailed once the parcel is handed to the carrier. Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery on unworn pieces in their original packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat causes the blue glow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeldspar grows as alternating microscopic layers of two related minerals. Light entering the stone scatters between those layers and comes back out shifted, producing the floating sheen called adularescence. It is a physical effect of the structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the blue a dye or a coating?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeither. The body colour is natural and the sheen comes from inside the stone. Nothing is applied to the surface, and the effect cannot be printed on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs moonstone fragile?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has cleavage planes, so a sharp knock can split a bead even though hardness is 6-6.5. Store the bracelet flat in a pouch, avoid ultrasonic cleaning, and take it off before lifting anything heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does delivery take?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrders are processed in 1-3 business days from our Shenzhen studio. Standard delivery to the US takes 10-20 business days and costs $8; shipping is free on orders over $70. Express delivery is $15. A tracking number is emailed once the parcel is handed to the carrier. Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery on unworn pieces in their original packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/new-arrivals\"\u003eNew arrivals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/bracelets\"\u003eAll crystal bracelets\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/es\/blogs\/journal\/sterling-silver-crystal-bracelet-guide\"\u003eSterling silver bracelet guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Vincryst","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52480363233575,"sku":"VIN-CB-030","price":27.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/2011\/1143\/files\/VIN-CB-030-01.jpg?v=1793290170","url":"https:\/\/vincryst.com\/es\/products\/blue-moonstone-bracelet-soft-sheen-beads","provider":"Vincryst","version":"1.0","type":"link"}