Moonstone Mines
Moonstone Mines
The moonstones belong to the category of semi-precious stones and are an important part of the Sri Lankan gem industry. The finest are bluish in color and are found in high concentrations inland 7 km to Mitiyagoda, between Ambalangoda and Hikkaduwa.
Meetiyagoda is an illustrious name in the moonstone mining world. It is the largest moonstone mine in Sri Lanka, and Sri Lankan moonstones are known for their blue luster, which is different from Indian moonstones. The finest and rarest moonstones have an almost transparent colorless body with a strong blue luster. Sri Lankan moonstones are the most valuable due to their dark blue reflections.
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