June Birthstone — Pearl

Colour: Natural saltwater Pearls occur in white, cream, silver, and golden. White and cream are the most traditionally prized colours, while golden South Sea Pearls are among the most valuable. Basra Pearls, from the Persian Gulf, are exceptionally rare and historically revered for their outstanding natural quality.

Origin: Shubh Gems deals exclusively in natural saltwater Pearls — South Sea Pearls (Australia, Indonesia, Philippines), Basra Pearls (Persian Gulf), and Keshi Pearls. Freshwater and cultured Pearls are not stocked at Shubh Gems.

Quality: Lustre is the most important quality factor in Pearl — the finest natural saltwater Pearls display a deep, mirror-like lustre where reflections on the surface are sharp, bright, and clearly defined. Surface quality is equally critical; a smooth, blemish-free surface with no pitting, cracks, or irregular texture commands the highest value. Shape matters significantly — perfectly round Pearls are the rarest and most prized, while baroque and drop shapes are more accessible. Nacre thickness — the depth of the organic layers forming the Pearl — determines both lustre quality and long-term durability. A thick, well-formed nacre produces the characteristic inner glow that distinguishes a fine natural Pearl from inferior specimens.

Price: Natural certified saltwater Pearl ranges from approximately ₹3,000 to ₹2,00,000 per carat, depending on origin, lustre, shape, and surface quality. Basra Pearls command a significant rarity premium.

Benefits: Pearl brings deep mental peace and inner calm, improves emotional balance, and helps sharpen memory and concentration.

Shubh Gems offers custom Pearl birthstone rings and pendants in the design and metal of your choice — 100% natural saltwater Pearl, certified by IGI, GIA, or IIGJ. Over 25 years of trust. Cherish your Pearl birthstone ring — the only gem born from a living creature, rare by nature, and impossible to replicate by any human process.