June and its 3 Birthstones — Pearl, Moonstone & Alexandrite
- Carmen Lee
- 4 days ago
- 3 min read
As we stand at the midpoint of 2025, we eagerly welcome the arrival of June, a month when the sun's golden rays touch the earth with gentle warmth. With the soft tinge of summer in the air, June introduces three captivating birthstones: Pearl, Moonstone, and Alexandrite — each telling a tale of transformation, beauty, and the mysteries of time.
Today, let us venture into the magical world of June’s birthstones — where ocean, moonlight, and metamorphosis converge.
Pearl: A Timeless Beauty from The Ocean
Unlike any other gemstones that spring from the earth, pearls are born of the sea. Formed deep within the heart of a mollusk, a pearl is an exquisite treasure shaped by nature’s alchemy.
Today, while natural pearls remain an incredibly rare and precious gift from the ocean, cultured pearls offer a graceful harmony of ethics and a sustainable option for jewellery lovers. Cultivated beneath gentle waters, pearls are generally classified into two groups: freshwater and seawater. Each possesses its unique charm, yet it is the seawater pearl that typically graces the canvas of fine jewellery.
From the shimmering allure of the lustrous Akoya Pearl to the silken glow of the majestic South Sea Pearl, at Fujimori Kajita, we are honoured to bring you these gifts of the ocean, each a tribute to elegance and refinement. Whether chosen for a milestone celebration, worn as a bridal keepsake, or passed down through generations as a cherished heirloom, the pearl is a symbol of grave that transcends time.
Moonstone: In Tune with the Night Light
If pearls are the whisper of the sea, then Moonstone is the echo of moonlight captured in gem. Soft and luminous, moonstones has been treasured through centuries for its mysterious optical phenomenon know as adularescence — a silken sheen that dances across its surface like moonbeams gliding over still water.
Belonging to the Feldspar family, moonstones appear in a dreamy spectrum of colours — from milky white and peachy pink, to silvery grey and misty blues. The most coveted of all, the rare Blue Moonstone, holds an electric blue flash beneath a nearly transparent surface, as if the night sky itself had settled within.
Alexandrite — The Chameleon Gem of Light and Change
Of all June’s birthstone, Alexandrite stands apart — not only for its rarity, but for its magical ability to transform with the light. In daylight, it appears a deep green or bluish teal. But come evening, under incandescent glow, it shifts dramatically to hues of rich violet, reddish-purple, or raspberry — as if the gem itself is alive, adapting to its surroundings.
Its colour change phenomenon makes it one of the most prized and elusive gemstones in the world — a true marvel of nature and light. For those who seek a gem that mirrors the ever-shifting journey of life, Alexandrite offers a daily reminder of transformation and perspective. Rare, radiant, and unforgettable, it is a stone of wonder which always revealing something new with every glance.
Conclusion
As June unfolds in warmth and light, let its birthstones inspire moments of reflection, connection, and personal expression. Whether you are drawn to the elegance of pearls, the mystical glow of moonstone, or the rare magic of alexandrite, each gem holds a story waiting to be told, and worn.
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