Pearl, Alexandrite & Moonstone are stones for the
month of June.
People who were born in June
possess three exquisite and unique gems as their birthstone and so do they
carry exceptional qualities.
Pearl
The word ‘Pearl’ is derived from
the French word ‘Perle’ which is in turn originated from the Latin word ‘Perna’
means leg; as pearls are found inside shells which have shape like mutton-leg
or ham.
In old days in Greece, it was
believed that pearls were formed when goddess Aphrodite wept and her tears got
hardened.
An important fact about pearl is
that it is only gemstone which is organic in nature; usually found in living
mollusk shells and sometimes are considered to be more precious as rubies,
emeralds and diamonds.
Pearls are found in the Pacific,
Persian Gulf, the Gulf of Mexico and Sri Lanka. In Japan, cultured pearls are
formed. Pearl represents faithfulness, loyalty, friendship and is the symbol of
harmony, chastity, modesty and purity. This stone is widely used in Europe and
China to prepare medicine and is used for the treatment of insanity, hysteria
and promoting mental stability. They are also considered highly effective in
cure of heart, spleen and stomach.
Alexandrite
In 1831, during the reign of Tsar
Alexander II in Russia, who ascended the throne and the gemstone ‘Alexandrite’
was found. The stone was named after this ruler to celebrate the occasion.
The gemstone Alexandrite is
recently discovered gemstone and is linked with good fortune and good luck. It
is also believed to enhance the institution and creativity of its wearer and
also creates a pretty balance between the spiritual and physical world.
Alexandrite is also considered to carry properties of calming down and
emotional state of its wearer.
Moonstone
One of the renowned Rome
historian Pilny believed that Moonstone changed its appearance with the phases
of moon and this became famous by him.It is also known as a stone having emotions balance powers.
Alexandrite is the most recently discovered among the three
birthstones, while Pearl and Moonstone have been in use for centuries. while
Alexandrite is associated with good omens and good luck. In fact, Alexandrite
is believed to strengthen the intuition and creativity of the wearer and
creates a balance between the physical and spiritual world. Moonstone, the
third June birthstone signifies longevity and good health and is a talisman for
safe travel.
