Birthstone of the Month - June

June has a few options for birthstones, all beautiful, but since one of them, Alexandrite, is one of the rarest and most expensive gems, it isn't used much anymore. The other two, pearls and moonstones, are more common in jewelry. 

Pearls

Freshwater Pearl Necklace - Pearl Drop Necklace - Initial Necklace

As I have said before, I love pearls. I think they are truly classic. They make me feel pretty without feeling over the top. They have been popular stones in jewelry since the Roman Empire. I don't think you can go wrong with pearls. 

Pearl Ring - Freshwater Pearl Earrings

 

Moonstone

Have you ever looked at a moonstone closely? The colors in it catch the light and sometimes make them almost seem to glow. Moonstones are stronger stones than pearls, making them perfect for jewelry that you will wear often. 

Moonstone Earrings - Moonstone Square Cut Ring

Do you have a preference between moonstones or pearls? Which would you choose?