The elegant pearl brings to the June-born its qualities of modesty and purity. Its simple form belies the shimmering color just under the surface. Like its wearer, it is understated but undeniably precious.
June is the pearl birthstone month and is also associated with the 3rd, 12th and 30th wedding anniversaries. Pearls were considered tears of the Gods in ancient times because they were rare. Anyone lucky enough to possess one was granted magical properties of protection, love and abundance.
Oysters are the main producers of pearl birthstones and are created inside the shell over a period of years.
The process begins when a small foreign object such as a large grain of sand, finds its way into the shell and acts as an irritant. The oyster begins to cover the object with a protective secretion called nacre (a chemical compound) in layers and the result is the pearl as we know it.
In today's world, most pearls are cultivated by man. I don't have a problem with that, and I also use glass and crystal pearls in many of my jewelry creations. I particularly like high quality crystalized pearls such as Swarvoski, which is why I always list this detail when I use them. However, the pearls in the photo are coin pearls, natural but cultivated. They are know for their uniform size and their extra-lovely pearly sheen. I adore using them, and particularly like how they show up when displayed against a blank. These are texturize base metal, with sterling wires.They are available with several other pearl listings, at my studio @ Artfire and I will continue to post pearly offering through-out the month of June. Please come by and take a look, and thanks for your time!
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