Getting Moonstones Online

• 1). Buy in bulk. Moonstones are mined in some of the world's oldest mountain ranges, including the Appalachians of the United States and the European Alps. Many mining companies sell moonstone in bulk in its uncut state: the rocks do not have their trademark shimmering glimmer and must be cut and polished by a stone worker. This is the cheapest and best option for getting moonstone if you plan on working extensively with the stone. Contact a mining company directly for price quotes and shipping costs.
  
  
• 2). Shop at a reputable online dealer. Online gemstone retailers often carry an extensive variety of moonstones, usually cut and polished by professional stoneworkers. Retailers may have many different types of moonstone, including green, brown, smoky and cat's eye moonstones, but keep in mind that the more transparent and nearer to colorless the stone is, the more pure, and valuable, it is considered. If you are looking for bulk polished moonstones, always inquire about discounts for large orders through the website's "Contact Us" page.
  
  
• 3). Look in rock collecting and gemstone forums. Moonstones are a popular and frequently traded stone among rock collectors and gemstone aficionados. Sometimes members will have stumbled across a deal on a large quantity of a particular stone and will pass on news of the deal to other members. Search the forums for keyword "moonstone" for faster results.