Sunstone: The Gemstone of Radiance, Joy and Self-Sourced Light
Affirmation: I am the light. I honour my glow, rise in my joy, and lead with warmth and worth.
Affirmation: I am the light. I honour my glow, rise in my joy, and lead with warmth and worth.
Sunstone is the talisman of inner sunrise. A golden, glowing gemstone linked to joy, self-worth and soul vitality, it calls you to stand tall in your own radiance and never apologise for your brightness. At ÎLE KEKERE, we align Sunstone with Amaterasu, the Shinto sun goddess who emerged from darkness and brought light back to the world. Together, Sunstone and Amaterasu teach that your radiance is your responsibility, and your gift.
Sunstone and the Goddess Amaterasu
Amaterasu was once hidden away, retreating after betrayal. The world went dark. But when she emerged, the sun returned. Her story mirrors the journey of many women who dim themselves to survive, only to later rise. Sunstone holds her frequency, gentle yet bold, warm but strong. It reminds you to be your own source of light and know that joy is not a distraction. It’s a declaration.
Origin of the Name
Sunstone is named for its fiery glow and iridescent flashes of gold and orange. In ancient texts it was described as “heliolite” or “sun stone,” a nod to its solar sparkle and uplifting energy.
Trade Names
Sunstone may be sold as Goldstone, Heliolite, or Sun Crystal, depending on its cut and colour. It’s also sometimes referred to as Aventurine Feldspar, due to its glittering effect caused by hematite or goethite inclusions.
Synthesis and Properties
ÎLE KEKERE uses lab-enhanced Sunstone, ethically crafted to enhance brilliance and durability. It rates 6 to 6.5 on the Mohs scale and is associated with the solar plexus chakra, helping you reclaim confidence, set radiant boundaries, and lead with heart.
Uses in Jewellery and Ritual
Wear Sunstone when you're stepping into your power or shedding old versions of yourself. It is ideal for solar rituals, manifestation work, and abundance practices, bringing a frequency of joy, motivation and renewal.
In jewellery, it is worn to ignite the inner fire, perfect for those moving into leadership, creative work, or emotional reclamation.
Colour and Appearance
Sunstone shimmers in tones of peach, amber, terracotta and burnt gold, often with reflective inclusions that catch the light. It’s like wearing a golden hour in crystal form.
History and Symbolism
Ancient Greeks associated Sunstone with Helios, the sun god. In Norse myth, it was believed to guide Viking navigators through fog. In modern spiritual work, Sunstone is seen as a crystal of self-sovereignty, lightwork and personal magnetism.
Where It Is Found
Natural Sunstone comes from India, Norway, and the USA, but we choose lab-enhanced Sunstone to ensure ethical beauty and energy alignment.
Why We Use Sunstone at ÎLE KEKERE
Sunstone is for the soft leader, the glowing woman who dares to rise again. In our collections, it is always paired with Amaterasu, the goddess who reminds you that hiding helps no one. Our jewellery is designed to honour your fire, celebrate your presence and return you to your joy—every single time you wear it.
Five Facts You Didn’t Know About Sunstone
It was believed to contain trapped sunlight and bring good fortune to warriors.
Sunstone is linked to the zodiac signs Leo and Libra.
It’s known to dispel self-doubt and attract benevolent opportunities.
Some Vikings may have used a transparent variety as a navigational tool.
Sunstone balances masculine and feminine energies within the solar plexus.
Guided Ritual with Amaterasu and Sunstone
For embodying your glow, reclaiming joy and honouring your leadership
You will need:
A Sunstone talisman (bracelet, necklace or ring)
A golden or yellow candle
A mirror
Optional: dried orange peel or calendula
1. Light and reflect
Place your Sunstone beside a lit candle. Sit in front of a mirror. Breathe slowly and look into your own eyes.
Whisper:
“I return to my light. I honour my glow. I lead from joy, not fear.”
2. Write your light
On a piece of paper, write:
What makes me radiant? What have I hidden that’s ready to shine?
Write for five minutes without judgement.
3. Hold your fire
Hold your Sunstone to your solar plexus and speak your affirmation:
“I am the light. I rise. I lead with heart and joy.”
Fold your note, keep it beneath the Sunstone overnight.
4. Optional: Solar ritual bath
Add calendula or orange to a warm bath, light your candle nearby and wear your Sunstone afterwards to seal your glow.
