Pearl

Pearl is considered by many to be the “Queen of Gemstones”. This beloved stone calms and centers the body and spirit, attuning one to the ebbs and flows of life. It enhances personal integrity, promotes purity, and encourages truth and loyalty. Use a pearl to help connect to the protective energy of the divine feminine. 

Historical Folklore

The reverence of pearl as a gem has been traced back all the way back to ancient times, where it was used to adorn the tombs of Persian royalty.

Ancient Grecian myths told of pearls being formed from the tears of Gods.

Both the Chinese and Romans saw pearls as a symbol of royalty. This gemstone’s connection with status has lasted all the way through until today.

Vedic folklore suggests that pearls are a type of manifestation of the moon on Earth.

Geology

Pearls are unique gems in the sense that they are naturally formed outside of the Earth, occurring when something enters a clam, oyster, or mussel and becomes coated in nacre, a defensive liquid. If enough nacre is produced, a pearl forms. These natural specimens are considered extremely rare, leading to many in the gemstone trade opting for pearls created through human interference or different materials.

Chakra Association

Pearls are thought to work well with the root, heart, third eye, and crown chakras.

Care

You can place pearls in full moon moonlight to energize. It can also be moved through sage smoke or incense, placed in rice, or buried in the earth overnight.

Astrological Association

Pearl resonates with Cancer and Gemini. It is the primary birthstone of June.

Health Folklore

Folklore suggests that carrying a pearl aids digestion, strengthens the muscles, and boosts fertility.

Disclaimer: Crystal meanings and spiritual healing lore are not a prescription, diagnosis or healthcare information. They are presented as spiritual supports to healing and other life issues. See a doctor or licensed medical practitioner for all health issues.

Pearl at Crystal Life

We hand-select all our stones here at Crystal Life. After hundreds of thousands of years in the earth, they are eager to begin work with their new human partners! When stones arrive at Crystal Life they are welcomed warmly by staff members and the store’s resident nature spirits. The stones are energetically cleared on a regular basis, to help them maintain their own inherent peaceful characteristics and personalities while being visited by so many store guests.

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