What Does June's Birthstone, Pearl, Really Mean? Plus Moonstone and Alexandrite
June is one of the rare months with three birthstones.
When Japan revised its birthstone list for the first time in 63 years back in December 2021, alexandrite joined pearl and moonstone as an official June birthstone.
Birthstones have long been believed to bring good fortune to the people who wear them. Here, we'll walk through the meaning behind each of June's three birthstones: pearl, alexandrite, and moonstone.
Whether you're keeping one as a personal charm or picking one out as a gift for someone special, we hope this helps you find a birthstone worth wearing every day.
The Meaning Behind June's Birthstone: Pearl
Pearl's Gemstone Meaning
Health, longevity, wealth, purity, and harmony
Often called the queen of gems, pearl is believed to boost the wearer's luck and ward off misfortune, offering a kind of quiet protection.
With their soft, glowing luster, pearls have long been nicknamed drops of the moon and mermaid's tears, captivating people with their quiet, mysterious beauty.
Their meanings include health, longevity, wealth, purity, and harmony, and pearls are cherished as a kind of protective charm that guides the wearer toward happiness.
Because of their tear-like shape, pearls are also worn to comfort those in sorrow, which is part of why they became a staple for ceremonial occasions, from weddings to funerals.
How Pearl's Meaning Changes by Color
Pearl's meaning also shifts depending on its color and type.
White pearl: humility, sincerity
Black pearl: quiet strength
Golden pearl: maturity
Pink pearl: patient love
Baroque pearl: artistry
In Japan's 365-day birthstone calendar, pink pearl is assigned to June 7, baroque pearl to June 9, and mabé pearl to June 12.
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June's Birthstone: Alexandrite
Alexandrite's Gemstone Meaning
Hidden feelings, passion, nobility, new beginnings
Known as the king of gemstones, alexandrite shifts color with the light: blue-green in sunlight, red under incandescent light. That color change has earned it the nickname emerald by day, ruby by night.
With two completely different faces, it's one of the more mysterious stones out there.
June's Birthstone: Moonstone
Moonstone's Gemstone Meaning
Health, good fortune, and new love
True to its name, moonstone is said to hold the power of the moon.
It's long been known as the lover's stone for its strong ties to romance, worn as a charm for love or given as a gift to someone special.
Birthstones are said to protect against misfortune and draw happiness closer. Each one carries its own meaning, and people have treasured them as personal charms for generations.
Getting to know the meaning behind each stone makes it easier to find that one piece that feels truly yours. Whether it's a gift for a birthday or anniversary, or something quietly supportive for yourself, we hope you find a birthstone you'll love wearing.
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