Feldspar
Sunstone
Material record
Sunstone adds warmth and a dry, glowing shimmer that feels brighter than rose quartz and softer than citrine.
- Original family
- Feldspar
- Browse family
- Feldspar
- Colors
- Pink, Yellow / Gold
- Archive notes
- Warmth
Visual character
Warm yellow, peach, red, or brown feldspar that may show a fine glittering aventurescence. The sparkle can be patchy or directional, so one bead may appear more animated than the next.
From raw to bead
Raw sunstone can appear subdued until its surface is smoothed. Polishing increases reflection and can reveal glitter, color zoning, or translucency, though the effect depends on the individual material and orientation.
Origin & geology
Sunstone is a name for feldspar varieties with a sunlit appearance; both orthoclase and plagioclase feldspars can be called sunstone. Aventurescence comes from flat reflective inclusions, not from a single universal composition.
Key notes
- Warmth
- Glow
- Optimism
Pairings
Citrinecreates a warm, light-filled blend
Moonstonebalances glow with softness
Gold detailsdeepen the warmth
Care & wear
Feldspar is less hard than quartz and can scratch or chip with impact. Avoid abrupt temperature changes and ultrasonic cleaning when inclusions or fractures are unknown. Clean gently with a soft cloth; for a finished Veil Loom bracelet, follow the care needs of the complete composition.
Curator note
Sunstone has presence without becoming loud. It suits bracelets that want warmth with a lighter touch.