
Birthstones have their roots in ancient astrology. Birthstones are gemstones that are associated with the month of one’s birth based on the planetary positions. Wearing your birthstone brings you good luck, good health, and protection. Each of the 12 months of the calendar has a unique birthstone and each stone has a unique meaning and significance.
The month of June brings with it pleasant sights that salute the eyes and an urge to get out there & enjoy the sunshine. A June born child is charismatic, extremely inquisitive and talented. They have a dynamic personality and are highly intuitive. Their mind is always full of thoughts and ideas and their birthstone will help them channel these in the right direction.
Possessing the soothing energy of the moon, the Moon birthstone is the Queen of Gems i.e. the classic Pearl and the mystical Moonstone. Pearl represents purity and inner wisdom while Moonstone symbolizes new beginnings and inner clarity.
Both the June birthstones are valued for their calming effects and their ability to provide serenity. Both the stones bring good health and longevity. Both the stones have healing energies that are about inviting the wearer to find their balance and flow.
Read on to find out more about the amazing June birthstones.
The Classic Pearl
Pearl is one of the oldest, most coveted and spectacular gemstones in the world. It is found in the deep blue depths of the ocean. It is one of the few organic gemstones and is found inside the body of a living mollusk. It is made of Calcium Carbonate.
Pearls are broadly categorized into fresh-water & salt-water Pearls. Most of the fresh-water pearls these days are cultured (man-made) and come from China. Saltwater Pearl are authentic and have high quality. Main sources of salt-water Pearls are Keshi from Japan, Tahitian from French Polynesia, Basra from Iraq, and South Sea Pearls from Australia, Indonesia & Philippines. Since natural pearls are rare, they are also extremely valuable.
Pearl is called the Queen of Gems. It has a luminous luster and due to its organic nature, it can occur in any possible shape. Pearl is found in various colors i.e. white, silver, pink, golden, blue, black, etc. White Pearl is the most beautiful, beneficial and coveted. In fact when people talk about pearls, they are mostly referring to White Pearls.
Pearl has a fascinating and rich history going back to about 6000 years. Ancient Japanese believed pearls to be the tears of mythical creatures. Ancient Greeks believed Pearls to be the tears of the Gods. Ancient Indians considered Pearl to be the daughter of the moon.
In modern times, pearls have become a symbol of social status. Nothing says glamor like Pearl thanks to the golden age of Hollywood. Nowadays, everyone from queens to actresses to people belonging to high class society, keep a collection of pearl jewelry in their treasure chest as pearls are always appropriate.
Other than being a sign of wealth and power, Pearl provides many benefits to its wearer. It is a great stone for maintaining emotional and mental balance. It provides relief from mental stress, supports anger management, cures anxiety and helps in overcoming fears. It also provides the needed care and protection from negative energies.
The positive energies of Pearl stimulates water balance in the body making it a brilliant health stone. It heals all the essential organs of the wearer and provides them with a robust circulatory system. Pearl also has divine feminine energy which is highly beneficial for pregnant women, new mothers and women going through fertility or hormonal problems.
Additionally, pearls help us to find the confidence we need to be our own advocates in the world. They inspire sincerity, loyalty, and truth – not just to others but most importantly, to ourselves.