June Birthstones- Moonstone & Pearl

June girls, you get two of the prettiest stones on the calendar, and we are not exaggerating. Pearl and moonstone are both having such a moment right now, and honestly, they never really stop having a moment for us.

Pearl: Faith & Charity

Pearls have always carried the meaning of faith and charity, and we think that's part of why they feel so timeless. There's something quiet about a pearl. It's confident without trying. You can throw them on with a t-shirt and feel pulled together, or wear them to a wedding and still feel fabulous.

In our minds, pearls are always in style. Every jewelry collection needs at least one pearl piece in it, and honestly we'd argue for more than one.

Moonstone: New Beginnings

Rainbow moonstone and grey moonstone are both June birthstones. Rainbow moonstone brings a neutral, milky shimmer with rainbow flashes that goes with absolutely everything you're already wearing. Grey moonstone is uniquely glowing, yet subdued. It's not something you see every day, and it is one of our most elegant gemstones. It goes with almost everything. Two different neutral tones, which means you can layer them or pick the one that feels more "you."

Moonstone is the stone of new beginnings, which is part of why it's so perfect for June. School ends. Summer starts. Big moves, big chapters, fresh anything.

Why We Love Them in Summer

Nothing looks better with breezy white pants and a flowy dress than pearl or moonstone. It's the soft glow. It's the way the light catches them. Summer was made for these two stones.

The Graduation Gift Conversation

If you're shopping for a graduate this year, June lined up beautifully for you.

For the high school grad heading to college: Moonstone, hands down. The new beginnings stone for the biggest new beginning of her life so far. The Mini Rock Nest Ring at $123 lands right in the gift-perfect $100 to $200 range and is substantial enough to feel like a real "you did it" moment.

For the college grad starting her first real job: Pearl. Every time. She's about to need foundational pieces she can wear to interviews, first days, and meetings she didn't see coming. Pearl is the staple that never lets her down. A great go-to in any jewelry collection, and the Petite Rock Necklace at $78 is the one we'd start her wardrobe with.

Under $100 grad gift idea: Our Mini Rock Threaders in Moonstone are $48. New beginnings symbolism without overspending. A sweet little hello-to-the-next-chapter gesture, perfect for a friend's daughter, a niece, or your favorite graduate's best friend.

Shop the June Birthstone Lineup

Pearl, four ways

Petite Rock Sandalwood Bracelet, $68 The casual everyday pearl bracelet you'll throw on with everything from a tank to a sundress. White Pearl on a stretchy sandalwood strand, easy as anything. judithbright.com/products/petite-rock-sandalwood-bracelet

Petite Rock Necklace, $78 This is the foundational pearl necklace we think every jewelry box needs. One White Pearl on a delicate chain, the kind of necklace you put on and forget you're wearing. The one you'll reach for again and again. Comes in 14K Gold-Filled or Sterling Silver. judithbright.com/products/petite-rock-necklace

Naomi Earrings, $123 A classic pearl drop earring with a little extra. This unique pair is a big bang for your buck. They come in White, Champagne, Pink, and Grey Pearl, so you can pick the tone that suits your June girl best. Grey Pearl also carries the Faith and Charity meaning if you're shopping with intention. judithbright.com/products/naomi-earrings

Lots O' Rock Twisted Wire Nest Ring, $248 The pearl ring you reach for on the days you want to feel a little more put together. A pearl wrapped in our signature twisted wire nest, hand-built by our artisans at the studio. White Pearl, Champagne, or Pink. judithbright.com/products/lots-o-rock-twisted-wire-nest-ring

Moonstone, four ways

Mini Rock Threaders, $48 Our gateway moonstone piece, and the one we'd put in a graduation card. Soft, neutral, glowy, and they go with every white t-shirt in your closet. Choose Moonstone or Grey Moonstone. judithbright.com/products/threaders-with-mini-rock-stone

Gillian Necklace, $88 A single moonstone on a beautiful chain. Layer it, wear it alone, gift it. The moonstone necklace that does it all. Available in Moonstone and Grey Moonstone for whichever neutral tone feels right. judithbright.com/products/gillian-necklace

Mini Rock Nest Ring, $123 A little new-beginnings reminder for your right hand. Moonstone wrapped in a delicate wire nest, hand-built by our artisans. The graduation gift pick for your high school grad heading to college. judithbright.com/products/wrappedminirocknestring

Mini Rock Dominique Cuff, $368 We love a moonstone cuff in the summer next to a tan. That's all we want to say about it. Grey Moonstone in 14K Gold-Filled or Sterling Silver, handmade in our 12 South studio. judithbright.com/products/mini-rock-dominique-cuff

June Birthstone Girlies

You really did get the best of both worlds! Add to your wishlist, share with your people, and tell us which one you're leaning toward this month. Pearl or moonstone? Or, our favorite answer, both!

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