From pearls to alexandrite to moonstone, here’s what to know about each, from a crystal expert.
The meaning behind birthstones.
Nowadays, birthstones remain popular as a go-to gift option for birthdays, holidays, anniversaries, and more.
The June birthstones.
Those stones are pearl, alexandrite, and moonstone, and each has its own history and spiritual significance.
Meanings & symbolism of pearl.
“They do have a long, long history of traditional use and lore,” she adds.
And as Leavy adds, pearls also have a strong association with the moon.
In astrology, the moon also rules the sign ofCancer, further connecting it to the month of June.
(Cancer season begins toward the end of June.)
Things like hair spray or other cosmetics can tarnish them, so keep that in mind too.
Meanings & symbolism of alexandrite.
Alexandrite is a color-changing variety of chrysoberyl, achieving its optical phenomenon thanks to “pleochroism.”
(Pleochroism basically happens when something changes color, depending on the light and angles.)
Take alexandrite’s color-changing quality as a direct symbol of this stone’s meaning.
And because of this, inmodern crystal healing, alexandrite is also associated with promoting positive change and transformation.
(Check out ourfull guide to cleansing crystalsfor more options.)
Meanings & symbolism of moonstone.
It was also closely tied to lunar spirituality and deities, feminine energy, and even fertility.
Similar to alexandrite, any of your preferred cleansing or clearing techniques will work for this crystal.
The takeaway.
June babies were blessed with not one butthreegorgeous birthstones, each with its own meaning and benefit.
