Some inexperienced buyers might mistake moonstone's adularescence for opal. "Moonstone" by Kelly McCaughey, photo by The Gem Vault. Licensed under CC By 2.0.
Colorless Adularescent Feldspar Cabochon Marquis Cut in Necklace
Some inexperienced buyers might mistake adularescent moonstone for opal. "Moonstone" by Kelly McCaughey, photo by The Gem Vault. Licensed under CC By 2.0.
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| Gemstone | Feldspar, Orthoclase, Moonstone |
| Natural or man made | Natural |
| Jewelry type | necklace |
| Gem State | Cabochon |
| Color | Colorless |
| Transparency | Transparent |
| Photo phenomena | Adularescence |