{"product_id":"raw-sunstone","title":"Raw Sunstone Chunk","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis raw sunstone shows a warm orange to golden color with a natural glittery shimmer in its natural, unpolished form. Rough stones keep the texture and character they had when they came out of the ground, which many collectors value for their honest, earthy feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sunstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural rough stone, unpolished, part of our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/raw\"\u003eraw crystal collection\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Weight options: 120g or 200g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRandom Pick:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your piece is chosen by hand from the same lot, so color, pattern and shape will vary from the photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChakras:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sacral-chakra-crystals\"\u003eSacral\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/solar-plexus-chakra-crystals\"\u003eSolar Plexus\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 to 6.5 on the Mohs scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChakra Connection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunstone is traditionally linked with warmth, optimism and personal power, connecting it with the Sacral and Solar Plexus chakras. Many people work with it during meditation, journaling or quiet moments of intention-setting. Explore more stones like it in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/confidence-courage-crystals\"\u003eConfidence and Courage\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/energy-vitality-crystals\"\u003eEnergy and Vitality\u003c\/a\u003e collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace a piece on your altar, windowsill or desk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd pieces to a crystal grid or intention bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarry a small piece in a pouch or pocket through the day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair it with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/carnelian-crystals\"\u003ecarnelian\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/citrine-crystals\"\u003ecitrine\u003c\/a\u003e to build a small crystal set around the same intention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCrystal Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRough stones have natural edges and crevices that collect dust, so brush them gently with a soft, dry brush. Avoid long soaks and harsh cleaners, store pieces apart so edges don't chip, and cleanse with sound, smoke or moonlight. For more tips, see \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/how-to-cleanse-and-charge-your-crystals-complete-guide\"\u003eour guide to cleansing and charging crystals\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this real sunstone?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This is natural sunstone, and its color, pattern and inclusions vary from piece to piece. Those natural differences are part of what makes each one unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat size is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose 40g, 120g or 200g. Shapes vary naturally, and larger pieces show more shimmering faces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs raw better than polished?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeither is better. Raw stones keep their natural texture and look, while polished stones are smoother to hold. Many people enjoy having both in their collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Sunstone?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunstone is a feldspar mineral known for its glittering flash, called aventurescence. Tiny plate-like inclusions inside the stone catch the light and sparkle as you turn it. In rough form the shimmer shows on broken faces, and the color ranges from pale gold to deep orange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFurther Reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/sunstone-crystal-meaning-healing-properties-uses\"\u003eSunstone Crystal Meaning\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/raw-crystals-clusters-natural-beauty-and-power\"\u003eRaw Crystals and Clusters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring home this raw sunstone and give it a place where you will see it every day.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ali","offers":[{"title":"Sunstone \/ 120g","offer_id":48284977594539,"sku":"1005007580955881-YELLOW-120g","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sunstone \/ 200g","offer_id":48284977529003,"sku":"1005007580955881-YELLOW-200g","price":30.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/0345\/5915\/files\/Raw-Sunstone-Chunk-Raw.jpg?v=1792222802","url":"https:\/\/www.crystaldestiny.com\/products\/raw-sunstone","provider":"Crystal Destiny","version":"1.0","type":"link"}