{"product_id":"peach-moonstone-sphere-layered-feldspar-with-strong-adularescence-structural-zoning","title":"Peach Moonstone Sphere — Layered Feldspar with Strong Adularescence + Structural Zoning","description":"\u003cp\u003ePeach Moonstone Sphere — Layered Feldspar with Strong Adularescence + Structural Zoning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA high-structure peach moonstone sphere showing well-defined internal layering, mineral zoning, and a more pronounced silvery adularescent sheen across the central band.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is a great example of how moonstone actually forms — built from intergrown feldspar layers, rather than a single uniform crystal. The horizontal banding and plate-like textures you can see are natural growth features, while the internal veils and micro-fractures show its geological history under pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen rotated in light, you’ll notice a soft reflective glow (adularescence) moving across the surface — caused by light scattering between microscopic feldspar layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🔍 Key Features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📍 Strong horizontal feldspar layering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📍 Noticeable central sheen (adularescence band)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📍 Internal veils and mineral zoning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📍 Natural fracture lines and structural texture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📍 Warm peach to caramel colour variation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📍 Polished sphere enhancing internal optical effects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📏 Dimensions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiameter: 5.1 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 203 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🧪 Geological \u0026amp; Scientific Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMineral Group: Feldspar (Orthoclase \/ Albite intergrowth)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVariety: Moonstone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChemical Composition: KAlSi₃O₈ (Orthoclase dominant)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrystal System: Monoclinic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMohs Hardness: 6 – 6.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLustre: Vitreous to pearly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransparency: Translucent to opaque\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical Effect: Adularescence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible sheen in this piece is stronger than average for peach moonstone and is produced by light interference between internal feldspar layers, not surface polish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe internal lines and slight fractures are natural and reflect cooling, pressure, and mineral growth over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🧼 Care\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid knocks or drops (natural cleavage planes present)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep away from prolonged water exposure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean with a soft dry cloth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore separately to prevent scratching\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💡 Why This Piece Stands Out\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to your previous sphere, this one leans more into:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Cleaner structure with less chaotic fracturing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ More visible sheen (this is your selling point)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Strong banding that shows feldspar layering clearly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes it a better “visual + optical effect” piece, rather than a fracture story piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal Ballerz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53810878480725,"sku":null,"price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1039\/9295\/1125\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_7e954184-db2c-402f-9c11-e07e3695ee9d.jpg?v=1777802982","url":"https:\/\/crystalballerz.co.uk\/products\/peach-moonstone-sphere-layered-feldspar-with-strong-adularescence-structural-zoning","provider":"Crystal Ballerz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}