All About the June Birthstones: Pearl, Moonstone, and Alexandrite

All About the June Birthstones: Pearl, Moonstone, and Alexandrite

June 23, 2022

After stepping into a jewelry store, you realize — there are too many options to choose from!

But plenty of people specify their jewelry purchasing choices to those containing birthstones. So when shopping for people born in June, opt for June birthstones.

However, you might be wondering what birthstones are. Why are pearl stones, moonstones, and alexandrite stones so meaningful for the month of June?

Keep reading to learn more.

What Are Birthstones?

Birthstones are gems that represent a person's time of birth. This time of birth could be determined through the wearer's birth month or zodiac sign. Some people believe that birthstones are intrinsically linked with the people that wear them.

There are several standardized birthstone ranges. But the three stones most commonly associated with June are the pearl stone, the moonstone, and the alexandrite stone.

Pearl

As opposed to moonstones and alexandrite stones, pearls aren't minerals. They're mostly composed of minerals, but they're of organic origin. Grown in mollusks, they look austere and timeless.

Pearls represent humility, purity, and innocence. They also symbolize wisdom gained throughout someone's life, hence the saying "pearls of wisdom." Some people believe that they offer protection to wearers and award them with good fortune and wealth.

These stones come in various colors, but the white pearl remains the most popular and classic option. Pearl necklaces look elegant and neat, while pearl rings offer a pretty, soft, and delicate sheen.

Moonstone

Moonstones' namesake stems from how much moonstones glow like moonlight when held up to a light. It's also a type of mineral called feldspar, which comes in several different colors.

Some cultures believed that moonstones could bring wearers victory, wisdom, and good health. Multiple traditions also believe that a deity or spirit is living in the stone to offer these blessings.

These stones are most popular as rings, producing a singular, ethereal brilliance from a single finger. Users can also wear them as necklaces in a wide variety of shapes and sizes.

Alexandrite

Alexandrite stones can show different brilliant colors if presented at different angles. It's the hardest mineral out of all three stones presented in this post, only fourth to other precious stones such as diamonds, sapphires, and rubies.

This gemstone represents luck, intellect, and prosperity. Some people believe that alexandrite stones can facilitate a balance between wearers' spirituality and physicality.

Rings with alexandrite offer dark, vivid, brilliant colors. People even mix and match different colored alexandrites for one piece of jewelry. Like moonstones, alexandrite stones can be cut into various shapes and sizes.

June Birthstones — Which One Speaks to You?

No matter what, a thoughtful jewelry gift will be cherished by loved ones forever. But June birthstones and what they symbolize will amplify the meaning behind each piece they own.

At Johnston Jewelers, we understand how important the perfect accessory is. That's why we offer some of the finest moonstone jewelry, alexandrite jewelry, and pearl stone jewelry in Largo, FL. Contact us today for all your jewelry needs!




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