Glossary
Glossary M
Deutsch: Mondstein / Español: Piedra lunar / Português: Pedra da lua / Français: Pierre de lune / Italiano: Pietra di luna /
Moonstonerefers to a semi-translucent stone that is made of albite and orthoclase feldspar. Moonstone is the best-known gem variety of orthoclase feldspar. It is usually polished as a Cabochon, or Bead, and has even been carved with a moon face.
Deutsch: Motiv / Español: Motivo / Português: Motivo / Français: Motif / Italiano: Motivo /
Motif refers to an element of a design; a recurrent thematic element (shape;; design, color)) in an artistic or literary work; a dominant theme or central idea; a distinctive idea, particularly a theme elaborated on a piece of artistic work (music, literature, fashion, etc). Motif also refers to a single decoration, such as a symbol or name on a piece of clothing.