sunstone

Glittery orange mineral

Sunstone is a translucent feldspar mineral that displays a glittering effect caused by tiny metallic inclusions—usually copper or hematite—that catch the light.

The warm, golden-orange shimmer suggests captured sunlight, giving the stone its name.

Sunstone is cut as a gemstone for jewelry and valued by collectors: She wore a sunstone pendant that seemed to glow from within.

optical

schiller

Internal mineral reflectance

shimmerTremulous, wavering light
glitterDecorative metallic flecks
sparkleEmit flashing light

iridescence · reflection · luster · brilliance · gleam · flash · metallic · light play · refraction · translucent

mineral

feldspar

Silicate mineral group

labradoriteIridescent feldspar mineral
schillerInternal mineral reflectance
copperReddish-brown metallic element

inclusions · cabochon · gemstone · crystal · specimen · Oregon · India · Norway · Tanzania · deposit

Viking

navigation

Determining position and course

compassDevice showing cardinal directions
polarizingCausing sharp division
seafaringTraveling by ocean vessel

Leif Erikson · Iceland · Greenland · Scandinavia · Norse · longship · voyage · calcite · Iceland spar · wayfinding

metaphysical

chakra

Spiritual node in body

sacralOf rites or spine-base
solar plexusAbdominal nerve network
healingRestoration of health

energy · abundance · joy · vitality · optimism · confidence · creativity · manifestation · warmth · empowerment

Mormon

temple

Sacred worship structure

compassDevice showing cardinal directions
directorOne who leads
navigationDetermining position and course

faith · spindles · obedience · guidance

mythical

talisman

Magical protective charm

amuletWorn protective token
enchantedUnder magical influence
magicSupernatural or illusory power

legend · Ra · Helios · folklore · ancient · sacred · ritual · blessing · protection · divination

sunstone

schiller

feldspar

navigation

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temple

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