Sunstone is a member of the Feldspar family, and is named for its warm shades of gold, orange, reds and browns that sparkle like the sun. Sunstone may be clear and transparent, or opaque, and give out an iridescent effect when paired with certain inclusions. Sunstone is a leadership stone and promotes personal power, freedom, and expanded consciousness. Sunstone brings openness, benevolence, warmth, strength and mental clarity. Sunstone is a joyful stone and promotes enjoyment of life, sense of abundance, and service to others.