Pearl: Birthstone of June

Every calendar month is associated with a specific set of some gems; these gems are called as Birthstone. These stones are said to bring luck to people who are born in that month. Gemstone experts say that the power associated with each stone heightens during a particular month.

Pearls and Alexandrite are Birthstone of June. However, Pearl is usually quoted as birthstone of June. Pearl the only organic gem, which is formed when mollusk builds layers of nacre around the irritants, which naturally intrudes or sometimes forcefully inserted by humans. Pearl is often used as metaphor for purity, perfection and wisdom. Even entrance of the heaven is referred as “Pearly gates”.

Pearl is widely used for jewelry making around the world. You can have various type of pearl jewelry like pearl bracelets, earrings, rings, necklace and pendants.

You can have pearl jewelry of all sorts. You can have bracelets, necklace, earrings with combination of pearl and gemstones. You have that jewelry in all sorts of variation in colors, size, luster and many more.

According to a famous Gemologist, Pearl has many healing powers as it stimulates spiritual transformations, promotes prosperity and success. It also helps in healing stomach problems and emotional stress. It increases focus, meditation skills and wisdom.

Main source for pearls are China, Japan, Tahiti and Thailand. Pearls are available in many different colors like Pink, Silver, Cream, Golden, Green, Blue, Black or any color you say.

The common pearls that are available in the market are Freshwater cultured pearls. Its quality is judged by its orient. Finest pearls do not have any flaws or spots. It has smooth and even texture. Some other factor that affects the value is its shape, size and color.

Pearls are even used for medicinal purpose. Low quality pearls are used to make pearl powder, which is used by modern pharmaceutical industries.