The LENA pendant frames a Rainbow Moonstone in sterling silver with a handcrafted crescent moon setting. The stone is translucent: when moved under light, a bluish, multicolored flash appears to float within it — the optical phenomenon called adularescence. With an overall size of 27×14×7 mm, the LENA balances presence and discretion in an everyday pendant. A 45 cm stainless steel chain is included.
Item details
| Mineral |
Rainbow Moonstone (plagioclase feldspar — labradorite) |
| Optical effect |
Multicolored adularescence (blue, white, gold, pink) |
| Item dimensions |
27 × 14 × 7 mm (full pendant, including bail) |
| Metal |
925 Sterling Silver |
| Setting |
Bezel setting · crescent moon shape setting |
| Hardness |
6–6.5 Mohs |
| Treatment |
Untreated |
| Chain included |
Stainless steel, 45 cm |
| Item type |
Unique piece |
Adularescence: the inner glow
Rainbow Moonstone is a variety of plagioclase feldspar formed by alternating layers of labradorite and albite. When light penetrates the stone, these layers diffract it differently depending on the angle of incidence, generating the flash known as adularescence — luminous, seemingly floating, with a spectrum from deep blue to golden and pink. The flash occurs within the mineral, not on its surface, which gives the piece that sense of depth that distinguishes it from any imitation. In the rainbow variety, the layers are especially thin and the color spectrum is the widest in the family.
LENA design: crescent moon in 925 sterling silver
The setting is in the shape of a handcrafted crescent moon in 925 sterling silver. The curved profile embraces the stone laterally with a bezel setting, leaving the main face free so that adularescence is the sole protagonist. The finish combines a matte interior and a light polish on the outer edge. The upper bail accepts chains up to 3 mm thick.
History and symbolism
Moonstone has been linked for millennia to cultures that observed lunar cycles. In India it was a sacred amulet; Pliny the Elder associated it with Selene in the 1st century AD. Art Nouveau jewelers — Lalique, Tiffany — adopted it for its unique luminous quality. In crystal tradition, Rainbow Moonstone is associated with intuition and broadening perspective (intuition, new beginnings). The symbolic properties attributed to minerals are part of a cultural tradition. They do not constitute medical advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is adularescence?
An internal optical effect produced by light interference between layers of labradorite and albite within the mineral. It is not a treatment or surface iridescence: the flash originates within the stone and varies with the angle. In the rainbow variety, the spectrum ranges from blue to pink.
Does it have any treatment?
Untreated. Adularescence and color are inherent to the mineral in its natural state. No dye, resin, or heat treatment. Declaration based on lapidary observation; the piece does not include formal gemological certification.
Does 925 silver tarnish?
Yes, it's a natural process (oxidation by sulfur in the air). It slows down by storing the pendant in a closed pouch and avoiding contact with perfumes and water. A specific silver polishing cloth restores its shine in minutes.
Can I use a different chain?
Yes. The bail accepts chains up to 3 mm. You can replace the included stainless steel chain with a 925 sterling silver one or a different length.
How do I care for Moonstone?
With a hardness of 6–6.5 Mohs, it can be scratched by harder objects. Store in an individual pouch; avoid perfumes, chlorine, and detergents; remove before showering. Consult our jewelry care guide.
Is it suitable for people with metal sensitivity?
925 sterling silver (92.5% silver, 7.5% copper) is well tolerated by most. If you have frequent reactions to metals, consult your dermatologist. The included chain is hypoallergenic stainless steel.
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