Moonstone – Your Birthstone For June
The traditional birthstone, on both the official American and British Birthstones Lists, for those born in June is Pearl, with both lists electing for Moonstone as an alternative. The birthstone colour for this semi precious gemstones is white and it is said to give the wearer balance, beauty, confidence, joy, nobility and peace . . . so be sure to use it to personalise your jewellery!
In addition to Pearl and Moonstone the American Birthstone List also suggests Alexandrite as a modern alternative birthstone.
To see both the American and British Birthstones by month and to read about semi precious birthstones, birthstone colours, birthstone meanings, and birthstone history use our Birthstones Guide, or to learn about individual semi precious beads and gemstones have a look at the BigBeadLittleBead Glossary of Gemstone & Minerals.