Sunstone, known as Suryakant in Hindi, is a sparkling orange to reddish-brown gemstone with a metallic sheen called aventurescence. It belongs to the Feldspar mineral family and is associated with the Sun (Surya) in Vedic astrology. Sunstone is believed to bring leadership, confidence, vitality, and success to its wearer. It is highly valued for its positive energy, motivation, and self-empowerment.
Color: Orange, reddish-brown, golden, or peach with shimmer
Hardness: 6 – 6.5 on the Mohs scale
Sources: India, Norway, Russia, USA, Canada
Planet: Sun (Surya)