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A Freshwater Pearl is an organic gem formed within the soft tissue of a living shelled mollusc, typically a freshwater mussel. It is created when an irritant enters the shell and the mollusc coats it with concentric layers of solid nacre (calcium carbonate), resulting in a luminous gem known for its diverse shapes. Freshwater Pearls come in various natural colours—white, cream, pink, black, grey, and golden—and exhibit a unique, soft, satiny sheen known for its great durability. They are a classic and highly accessible choice for all forms of jewellery.

Freshwater Pearl is known as the "Stone of Purity, Nurturing, and Wisdom." It is deeply connected to the feminine energy of the moon and the sea, promoting inner wisdom, serenity, and emotional balance. It is highly nurturing, helping the user to connect with their true, pure self and encouraging faith, loyalty, and integrity. Freshwater Pearl is believed to ease stress and emotional instability, promoting an atmosphere of calm and beauty. It is an emblem of honesty and honourable relationships.

Hardness: 2.5 to 4.5 on the Mohs scale (it is a very soft organic material and requires careful handling).

Chakra: Primarily the Sacral Chakra (for emotional balance and harmony) and the Crown Chakra (for spiritual connection and wisdom). Note: Some also associate it with the Heart Chakra for love and purity.

Zodiac Sign: Gemini, Cancer, and Libra. It is also a traditional birthstone for June.

Benefits: Promotes purity, integrity, and spiritual wisdom, enhances emotional balance, serenity, and calming, strengthens faith, loyalty, and honest relationships, aids in connecting with feminine energy and the moon's cycle, and encourages self-acceptance and nurturing.

Source: Lakes and rivers worldwide (cultivated, with major sources including China).

How to use Freshwater Pearl

Place it in your home: Keep a piece in a meditation space or an area dedicated to feminine energy to promote calm, wisdom, and nurturing harmony.

Meditate with it: Hold the Freshwater Pearl during meditation to connect with its calming, oceanic energy, helping to soothe the emotions and draw wisdom from the Divine Feminine.

Carry it: Keep a piece in your pocket or bag during times of emotional upheaval or when seeking to strengthen loyalty and integrity in your personal interactions.

Wear it: As jewellery (necklaces, earrings, or bracelets are classic) for continuous access to its calm, nurturing, and purity-enhancing energy throughout the day. Practise extreme care as it is easily scratched and dissolved by acids (such as vinegar or perfume).

Use for relationships: Give a Freshwater Pearl to a loved one to signify fidelity, honour, and loyal commitment in your relationship.