.925 Sterling Silver Gemstone or Cultured Pearl Classic Cross Pendant Necklace on 18" Chain - Choice of Birthstone Colors

Name: .925 Sterling Silver Gemstone or Cultured Pearl Classic Cross Pendant Necklace on 18" Chain - Choice of Birthstone Colors
Brand: My Store
SKU: 32f571dc-3ddb-4285-8073-c7c7902e277c
Price: 231.0 USD
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Color06 June - Freshwater Cultured Pearl

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Meaning and Symbolism

The June birthstone is the luminous pearl. Pearls are unique among gemstones since they are not mined from the earth, but rather treasures from the sea. For centuries pearls were considered the most valuable of all gems. Considered a symbol of friendship, loyalty and faithfulness, the pearl has remained a constant fashion staple for hundreds of years.

Origin and History

Pearl is the only gemstone that is organic in nature, being created within specific types of living clam and oyster shells. Pearls were set in jewelry as far back as ancient Greece. They were so prized that in the Byzantine Empire, as well as other societies of the time, there were rules as to who could and could not wear the treasured pearl, as they were considered reserved for royalty.

Fun Facts about Pearl

Although many pearls are cream or white in color, pearls also occur in silver, green, lavender, black and golden shades. The ancient Greeks believed pearls were the hardened tears of joy that fell from the eyes of goddess Aphrodite. In Persia and China pearl was powdered and added to medicines as it was believed to be a cure for insanity, among other ailments.