June Birthstones: Pearl, Alexandrite and Moonstone

June marks the beginning of the monsoon amid the scorching heat and sunburns. You feel all sweaty this time of the year but the June borns surely have their jewels to love. And of course, it would make the others envious of them. You’ve guessed it right if it’s any of the June Birthstones hovering over your mind.  

June babies have a creative, outgoing and pleasing personality. Cancer and Gemini astrological configuration affect their disposition. Complementing them are the color shifting alexandrite, the spotless white Pearl, and the alluring Moonstone. So, why not have a look at their significant features, shall we?

Bewitching A Million Souls: Moon Kissed Moonstone 

Taking inspiration from the poetic beauty of the moon we discovered a gemstone that would offer a similar charisma. Yes, we are talking about none other than the shimmery moonstone which is also a June birthstone. 

Mythological and Cultural Significance

As per the beliefs, the mystical moonstone was symbolic of the ancient Greek and Roman lunar gods.  On the other hand, Hindus regarded the stone as the solidified version of the rays of the moon. 
In fact, Roman historian, Pliny the Elder, believed that the stone’s shine was due to the moon changing its phases. Hence, he named it ‘moonstone’. In the late 19th and 20th century as well, moonstone studded silver articles and custom-made jewelry were quite popular.

Physical And Symbolic Characteristics

Rough moonstone rocks are mined mostly in Tanzania, Myanmar, the United States (North Carolina & Virginia) Madagascar, and New Mexico. Sri Lanka and India are also among the major producers. The finest quality stones are primarily colorless with a tinge of blue. Other varieties range from colorless to peach shades. 

Moonstone is the emblem of fertility and passionate love. It advocates feminism and wisdom along with providing emotional stability. Both June-borns, as well as those born under the Cancer and Gemini zodiac signs, can wear this June birthstone.

Glorified Reign Of The Jewel Of Oceans: Pearl

With these snow-hued balls in the picture, you shine with understated glam and timeless elegance wherever you go. Pearl is another mesmerizing June birthstone known for its soft white sheen.

The Story Of Existence And Rarity

Almost all gems are either extracted from the earth’s crust or are cultured in labs. However, pearls grow naturally inside the body of a living organism underneath water sources, such as rivers, lakes, oceans, etc. Pearls are formed from nacre, a substance secreted by the mollusk (mussel, oyster, or clam) found in freshwater and saltwater. This is what makes natural pearls such a rare sight and expensive to possess.

Narrating Folklore With Immense Pride:

The pearl birthstone has been known to mankind for ages. According to Chinese mythological beliefs, pearls came from a dragon’s brain. Those from the ancient Middle East and Greece took these gemstones for teardrops descended on earth from the heavens above. 

In ancient Egypt and other early civilizations, the royalties cherished pearls. In fact, the 16th-century period was popularly celebrated as the “Pearl Age”. It was Christopher Columbus and those around him who discovered that pearls are formed by the mollusks from the oceans.

Physical And Symbolic Traits:

We generally perceive pearls to be only white in color and round in shape. However, they can take different colors and shapes depending on the mollusks’ species and their environment.

Pearls are symbolic of humility, innocence and purity. For this reason, they have been favored as wedding gifts for a long time. Pearls are the epitome of wisdom, longevity and enlightenment. They also bring good luck to the Cancerians and the June borns

Prospering World Of Artificial Pearls 

Due to the scarcity of natural pearls, synthetic ones are cultured on a large scale throughout the world. In this case, the mollusks are reared and harvested in their natural habitat, initiating the artificial process of pearl development. 

Instead of natural irritants, a mantle tissue is implanted into the host around which the mollusk creates a nacre layer. These pearl farms assist in meeting the vast demand for the gems. Pearl farm harvesting is done in China, along with Indonesia, Myanmar, Australia, and the Philippines.

Exploring Chameleon Alexandrite: Whole New World Of Wonders

If you wish to mesmerize the crowd by playing some magical tricks then alexandrite is your go-to bliss. This June birthstone possesses unparalleled conjuring capabilities that can devour your mind, body and soul. Let’s check out what this enchanting gemstone holds.

Alexandrite In Rich History And Culture:

The splendid alexandrite gemstone was first discovered in the early 1800s in the Russian Ural Mountains. It was named after the then-heir of the Imperial Russian Empire, Alexander II to celebrate his upcoming birthday. 

The stone quickly gained recognition in Imperial Russia due to the green and red hues reflected by it. They resembled the colors of the Russian Imperial Army, after which alexandrite was declared as Imperial Russia’s national gemstone.

Alexandrites were also favored by jewelry designers and manufacturers in the late 19th to the early 20th century. However, after the Russian-mined reserves were exhausted in the early 20th century, the popularity of the stone diminished. It was not until the new reserves were discovered in Brazil in the late 1900s that alexandrites grabbed the limelight.

Physical Characteristics And Symbolic Significance:

Its distinct color-shifting property is what makes this June birthstone worldwide acclaimed. Alexandrite’s daylight-inspired emerald green or bluish-green hues transform into scarlet red or purplish red shades under incandescent light. This color-changing phenomenon, called the “alexandrite effect”, occurs all because of the presence of chromium in the base mineral. 

Currently, alexandrite-rich mines in East Africa, Brazil and Sri Lanka deliver very limited quantities of fine stones. The majority of them have weak color-changing properties and muddy color tones. This makes the finest alexandrite stones command high prices. 

As far as spiritual traits are concerned, alexandrite offers positive energy and internal strength to recover from chronic ailments. This Gemini gemstone is a rich source of good fortune and wisdom for the June-borns.

Concluding Thoughts

A shoutout to all June-born fellows! It’s time to achieve new heights in your life with not one but three stunning birthstones in your treasury. Browse GemsNY’s loose gemstone section for the best deals on loose alexandrite gems.  

Make your own alexandrite rings, alexandrite pendants and alexandrite earrings in yellow, rose & white gold, and platinum. Go for custom and on-demand editions of Pearl and moonstone jewelry designs. For more insights into customer ratings and feedback, do check out GemsNY reviews.

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