The orange-gold hue is due to reflections from minute scales of red copper. This mineral is known as an aventurine-feldspar, it is closely related to labradorite and often thought of as the sister stone. Once believed to be a piece of the sun, it is joyful and nurturing. Emotionally, sunstone helps to lift dark moods and draining energies.
It is believed to heighten intuition and invite joy.
Size and colour vary