Peristerite Value, Price, and Jewelry Information

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With sheen reminiscent of moonlight, moonstone is treasured across civilizations. Our moonstone buying guide can help you pick one perfect for…

Peristerite is primarily oligoclase with a complex mixture of feldspars. It has iridescence that is either blue or white.

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