June Birthstone Jewelry
June Birthstone Jewelry: Pearl, Alexandrite, and Moonstone
June is one of three months with three birthstones, giving June babies more options than almost any other month. Pearl is the most popular and widely recognized. Alexandrite is the rarest and most prized for its dramatic color change. Moonstone offers a softer, ethereal glow. All three are handcrafted in our Colorado studio, set in 14K gold, gold-fill, and recycled sterling silver. Pieces start at $20 for charms and from $95 for necklaces, earrings, and bracelets.
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Pearl Jewelry
The classic June birthstone. Genuine freshwater and baroque pearls in 14K gold, gold-fill, and sterling silver. Necklaces, earrings, bracelets, and charms from $20. About pearl | Shop pearl jewelry.
Alexandrite Jewelry
The rare color-changing June birthstone. Lab-created alexandrite shifting from green in daylight to purplish-red indoors. Set in 14K gold and sterling silver. From $125. About alexandrite | Shop alexandrite jewelry.
Moonstone Jewelry
The ethereal June birthstone with a soft, glowing sheen. Available in gold-fill and sterling silver. Shop moonstone jewelry.
Why Give June Birthstone Jewelry?
June birthstone jewelry makes a personal gift because each stone carries its own meaning: pearl represents wisdom and purity, alexandrite symbolizes transformation and balance, and moonstone is connected to intuition and new beginnings. Whether you are shopping for a June birthday, a bridal gift, a 3rd or 30th anniversary (pearl), or a 55th anniversary (alexandrite), birthstone jewelry adds meaning that goes beyond ordinary gifts. Explore our full June birthstone collection or browse birthstone gift ideas. Want something truly personal? Design your own at the GemBar.
What Makes Our June Birthstone Jewelry Special
- Handcrafted in our Steamboat Springs, Colorado studio
- Materials: 14K gold (yellow, white, and rose), gold-fill, recycled sterling silver, oxidized sterling silver, and rose gold-fill
- Genuine freshwater and baroque pearls; lab-created alexandrite with the same properties as natural
- Every order ships gift-ready in an eco-friendly box with gift bag, tissue, cleaning cloth, and card
- Free shipping on orders over $150
- Custom designs through our GemBar
- Rated 4.7 stars across 2,656+ reviews
Pearl: Properties and Meaning
Pearl is the primary birthstone for June, a tradition that spans centuries. Pearls are formed inside mollusks when a small irritant triggers nacre deposition over two to four years. Unlike every other gemstone, pearl is organic. Pearl rates 2.5 to 3 on the Mohs hardness scale, making it one of the softer gemstones, so it benefits from careful handling. It is the traditional gift for the 3rd and 30th wedding anniversaries.
Pearl and the Third Eye Chakra
Pearl is associated with the third eye chakra, the energy center connected to intuition, wisdom, and inner clarity. It is considered a stone of emotional balance and honest self-reflection.
Pearl and Zodiac Signs
Pearl is the birthstone for both Gemini (May 21 to June 20) and Cancer (June 21 to July 22). It complements Gemini's communicative nature and Cancer's nurturing qualities. Explore our zodiac jewelry collection.
Alexandrite: Properties and Meaning
Alexandrite is a rare variety of chrysoberyl, first discovered in Russia's Ural Mountains in 1834. Its color change, caused by trace chromium in the crystal structure, shifts the stone from green in daylight to purplish-red under incandescent light. Natural alexandrite is rarer than diamond per carat; we use lab-created alexandrite with the same chemical composition and color-changing properties. Alexandrite rates 8.5 on the Mohs hardness scale, making it one of the most durable colored gemstones available. It is also the traditional gift for the 55th wedding anniversary.
Alexandrite and the Heart and Crown Chakras
Alexandrite is associated with both the heart chakra and the crown chakra. Its dual-color nature reflects its symbolic role as a stone of transformation and balance between the physical and spiritual.
Alexandrite and Zodiac Signs
Alexandrite is the birthstone for both Gemini (May 21 to June 20) and Cancer (June 21 to July 22). Its association with transformation and adaptability aligns with Gemini's duality, while its heart chakra connection suits Cancer's emotional depth. Explore our zodiac jewelry collection.
The Perfect June Birthstone Gift
For a June birthday, pearl jewelry is the most universally giftable choice, with pieces starting at $20. For someone who values rarity and uniqueness, alexandrite is the standout option. For a softer, more ethereal look, moonstone. All pieces ship gift-ready. Browse birthstone necklaces and birthstone earrings for the most popular gift styles.
June Birthstone Jewelry: Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the birthstones for June?
June has three birthstones: pearl, alexandrite, and moonstone. Pearl is the most popular and has been the primary June birthstone since the early 1900s. Alexandrite was added to the official list in 1952. Moonstone rounds out the three with a soft, glowing sheen.
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What is the difference between pearl and alexandrite as June birthstones?
Pearl (Mohs 2.5 to 3) is organic, formed by living mollusks, and symbolizes wisdom and purity. Alexandrite (Mohs 8.5) is a rare mineral that changes color from green in daylight to purplish-red under incandescent light and symbolizes transformation. Pearl starts at $20; alexandrite jewelry starts at $125.
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Which June birthstone is best for everyday wear?
Alexandrite is the most durable at Mohs 8.5, making it ideal for rings and daily-wear pieces. Pearl at Mohs 2.5 to 3 requires more care: avoid perfume, hairspray, and hard surfaces. Both are available as earrings and necklaces, where durability concerns are minimal.
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s alexandrite the rarest June birthstone?
Yes. Natural alexandrite is rarer per carat than diamond, ruby, or emerald. The original Russian Ural Mountain deposits are largely exhausted. We use lab-created alexandrite, which has the same chemical composition and color-changing properties as natural alexandrite, making it accessible for everyday jewelry.
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What anniversaries are associated with June birthstones?
Pearl is the traditional gift for the 3rd and 30th wedding anniversaries. Alexandrite is the traditional gift for the 55th wedding anniversary. Both make meaningful milestone gifts beyond June birthdays.
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What makes Erin Gallagher June birthstone jewelry different?
Every piece is handcrafted in Steamboat Springs, Colorado using genuine freshwater or baroque pearls and lab-created alexandrite set in 14K gold, gold-fill, or recycled sterling silver. All orders arrive gift-ready in an eco-friendly box with gift bag, tissue, cleaning cloth, and card. Orders over $150 ship free. Rated 4.7 stars across 2,656+ reviews.