June Birthstones - Pearl or Moonstone
There are three stones that are used as the birthstones for the month of June.
Pearl, moonstone + alexandrite. While alexandrite is a very rare and usually only found in expensive gem quality, both pearl and moonstone are much more accessible and affordable.
Pearl
Mineral Family : Mollusk
Elements : Water
Chakras : Third Eye / Anja
Mantra : I am capable of transmuting and healing from all that life can bring me.
Key Words : Wisdom – Serenity – Tenacity – Purity
The healing nature of the pearl is highly emotional. It captures this ability via its formation process, where it begins as an irritant within the oyster. As the oyster attempts to heal and purify itself, it secretions create the pearl. This process mimics our human emotional journey, stumbling upon irritants and lessons, then as we embrace them we re-create ourselves. The pearl teaches us to embrace our emotions as they are the way forward to perfection.
Moonstone
Mineral Family : Feldspar
Elements : Air - Water
Chakras : Third Eye / Anja
Mantra : I am in flow the beauty of the universe and fully embody the sensuality of the divine feminine.
Key Words : Femininity - Flow - New beginnings - Embodiment
Moonstone is connected to the divine feminine energy as well as the cycles of the moon. This is a sensual and creative stone that brings calm, peace and balance. It has long been touted as the travellers stone, especially for those who travel by night as it is said to hold the light of the moon to guide the wearer on their journey. It’s reflective nature acts as a mirror, encouraging us to regularly reflect on our actions and thoughts to help us continue on our truest soul path.