June birthstones: pearl, moonstone, alexandrite
June is the only birth month with three official stones, and the three have almost nothing in common — one is organic, one is reflective, one is one of the rarest gemstones on Earth. Match the stone to the recipient.
The three options
| Hardness | Price tier | Best for | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pearl | 2.5–4.5 | Wide — $50 to $50,000+ depending on type and quality | Classic, traditional birthstone jewelry. Necklaces, earrings, special-occasion rings. |
| Moonstone | 6–6.5 | Affordable — $20 to $500/ct | Distinctive aesthetic, modern feel. Shimmery "adularescence" — a soft blue glow that shifts as the stone moves. |
| Alexandrite | 8.5 | High to extremely high — $500 to $25,000+/ct | A serious milestone gift. Color-change between green (daylight) and red (incandescent) is unique among gemstones. |
Pearl is the traditional choice; see the pearl guide for the four types (Akoya, freshwater, Tahitian, South Sea).
Moonstone is the modern budget pick. Cool, otherworldly, but soft — choose protective settings for daily wear.
Alexandrite is the milestone-tier choice; see the alexandrite guide. A truly special gift.
Browse pearls
Accented Pearl Earrings689592 / Earring / Set / 14K Yellow Gold / Cultured Akoya Pearl / Pearl / 9-9.5 Mm / Natural Diamond / I1, G-H / Pair / Hinged / Polished / Cultured Akoya Pearl And 1/6 Ctw Natural Hinged Earrings$2,660- Accented Pearl Earrings88753 / Earring / Set / Cultured Freshwater Pearl / Pearl / 8 Mm / Sterling Silver / Natural Peridot / Pair / Friction Backs Included / Polished / Cultured Pearl And Natural Peridot Cabochon Drop Earrings$218 – $428
Accented Pearl Hoop Earrings652973 / Earring / Set / Cultured White Freshwater Pearl / Pearl / 12 X 8 Mm / 14K Yellow Gold / Natural Diamond / Pair / Hinged / Polished / Cultured White Freshwater Pearl And 1/6 Ctw Natural Diamond Earrings$877 – $898
Accented Pearl Necklace689791 / Necklace / Set / 14K Yellow Gold / Pearl / Cultured White Freshwater Pearl / 5.5-6 Mm / Lab-Grown Pink Sapphire / 18 In / Polished / Freshwater Pearl And Lab-Grown Pink Sapphire Necklace$2,498
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Written by
Anna
Jeweler · Mevula
Anna works with Mevula clients on stone selection, setting design, and fit — making sure every piece is right before it’s made.
Book a consultation with our in-house jewelersLast updated May 2026