Pearl Benefits And Its Wearing Procedure

Pearl gemstone has mostly been seen as a beautifying element and is said to be the main gemstone to pacify anger. People believe that wearing a white pearl has several benefits for the body too. It is also believed to increase memory and balance the brain.

Pear is also believed that wearing the pearl can reduce the negative effects of the moon on conjugal life. Having said that, if you are suffering from the above-mentioned issues, speak to an astrologer who would refer to your birth chart to tell you if you require a natural pearl gemstone and how to wear it.

When should you wear a pearl?

It is a precious gemstone which is set to counterbalance the undesirable effects of the moon. Moti gemstone advised to wear when the moon is frail and is afflicted by negative planets.

The moon, in its prime time, signifies the mother, conception, breast, family life, the birth of a newborn baby and conception.

Pearl stone is mostly worn when the planet, the moon is afflicted and debilitated. It is also used during the Mahadasha and Antardasha of the planet moon. 

Benefits of Wearing Pearl

Some of the key benefits of wearing pearl include:

• Natural white pearl removes the evil influence of the planet Moon

• It is great for students as it increases the mental power

• It improves the facial luster and beauty of the women’s.

• It leads to a harmonious married life

• It expels mental depression and frustration.

• It builds the bond between two partners

• It helps in curing insomnia, constipation, visual problems of the eyes, mental issues, tuberculosis and heart problem, etc.

• It also changes the attitude of a person toward life and is therefore recommended for people who have lost their aim in life, are depressed and have a negative attitude toward others.

• Children, especially those under 12 years of age, who face regular health issues are recommended a pearl stone. Children should wear Pearl Gemstone in the throat chakra in a moon-shaped pendant.

• Pearl also instills self-confidence in its wearer and helps them express themselves freely. It is, therefore, very beneficial for people working as counselors, therapists, psychologists and,  public speakers.

As per medical astrology, pearls should be worn with the combination of other gemstones to get rid of illnesses like diabetes, bloodlessness, women’s diseases, ocular problems, issues with the kidney and asthma.

Traders and businessmen can reap the benefits of using natural Moti. Merchants dealing with medicines, art, and entertainment, oil, milk, beverages, can especially benefit from the pearl. 

How to wear a pearl?

Pearl should be worn with silver. It should never be in combination with Gold or Panchdhatu. 

Pearl is worn on the little finger of the correct hand, which means left hand in the left-hand and right hand for the right-handed person. It should be worn Monday evening during the Shukla Paksha.

Buy certified pearl jewelry online or buy it from authentic dealers who could give you the best prices and authentic material. 

Do,s and Dont's Of Wearing Pearl Gemstone

                             

Introduction About Pearls  

Pearl gemstones are also popularly known as Moti stone. Natural pearls are the world oldest gems and found in the deep-sea oyster beds. Owing to pollution of the seas and global warming in recent times, it is now difficult to get natural pearls since they are found only in clean seas with stable climatic temperature. Natural pearls today are therefore rare and found only in the seas off Australia and Bahrain.

Because of its rarity and very high price, the market today is having a great demand for cultivating and synthetic pearls in the huge Jewellery market.

The most expensive pearls are the south sea pearls which can go up to more than $100,000. Freshwater pearls are the cheapest and comes between $50 to $2000.

Pearls owing to their beautiful white color were considered as a mark of purity.  This gemstone was known to be worn by ladies of the royalty and thus considered as a symbol of elegance and class.

This gemstone is commonly worn in Jewellery as it comes in a variety of colors with pure white color in great demand.  Astrologically, pearl is associated  with the zodiac sign Cancer and the planetary movement of the moon has effects on this gemstone.

The moon is known to prove calmness and peace in a human mind and if the moon is malefic and causing insomnia, depression in an individual, then the pearl is known to provide a beneficial effect.

The benefits of wearing pearl are that it strengthens mental power, removes depression and cure insomnia. It is recommended to be worn by those individuals who has his malefic planets positioned in the moon or if the moon is housed in the 6th, 8th, 12th house of a chart.

It is considered as a cold gemstone and should be worn, preferably embedded in silver and on any auspicious day as recommended by an astrologer. 

Pearls are organic in nature with soft composting. It should be handled with care to avoid its nacre and luster do not become damaged or dulled. 

There are some vital do’s and Don’ts with regard to the use of Pearl stone.

Do’s Of Pearl Gemstone:

•With regard to pearl ornaments, the rule is “last thing on, first thing off”. This is done to avoid any damage from make ups and sprays while wearing it and getting scratched with other hard Jewellery while taking it off.

•It should be wiped with clean, dry , soft cloth before storing to avoid abrasion.

•It should be kept away from off any kind of oil that can further attract dust and grime

•If stains are difficult to remove take, it should be taken it to a jeweler for cleaning.

•Pearl earrings should be kept in a separate box so as to ensure no scratches from other hard Jewellery and diamond. 

•Silk/nylon threads can go weak due to wear and tear of many years and should be restrung every couple of years to make  sure they are in good shape.

•Pearls should be laid in horizontal layer with padding in between to avoid friction due it rubbing against each other.

Dont’s Of Pearl Gemstone:

•Pearl Jewellery like rings and bracelets should not be used on a daily basis in order to avoid wear and tear.

•One should not use perfume sprays after wearing pearl Jewellery. 

•Avoid oiling hair or using hair sprays while wearing any Pearl earrings as it will damage its luster.

•One should not use any chemicals for cleaning pearl Jewellery as the surface will get damaged permanently by harsh chemicals.

•Pearls should not be rubbed with abrasive cloth in order to avoid scratches on the surface.

•It should not be immersed in detergent liquid or solution for  cleaning as it will damage the texture.

•It should not be kept in dry condition or air tight containers as pearls brittle due to its organic nature. 

Difference Between Natural, Cultured, Freshwater and Shell pearls

Pearls are semi-precious stones which are found in sea waters and is organic in nature. They are quite fragile and measures only 3.5 on the Moh’s hardness scale. Pearls are formed naturally when an irritant enters and gets lodged in an oyster’s soft inner body by accident. This causes a discharge of a crystalline substance which helps to form layers around the irritant until a pearl is formed.

Pearl gemstones are usually found in colors such as gray, white, black, purple and red. They are associated with the moon and signify peace, harmony, insight, spirituality and happiness. Pearl gemstones are beautiful in appearance and used in nuptial as well as engagement jewelries. Pearl gemstone is also helpful to those individuals who suffer from depression and mental issues.

No one knows when the pearl was first discovered. They are the world’s earliest gems and was thought to be revealed by chance when people had gone looking for food along the shores of the sea. For centuries, pearls have been a symbol of purity because of its white color. In the ancient Roman history, around the 1st century B.C., King Julius Ceaser declared that Pearls belonged to the ruling royal classes only and to be considered as a status symbol.

In ancient times, the Knights would wear pearls to the battleground because they believed it would shield them. Owing to the great demand of pearls jewelry as they were adorned by the royal ladies, pearl trade escalated and flourished.

The earlier pearl stones were found in the Persian Gulf, which was considered rich in oyster beds. However, today natural pearls are very rare and scarce as due to high pollution and global warming. This resulted in polluted sea waters which hampered the growth of oyster pearls. 

Pearl stones are of following types:

Natural Pearl stones:

As the name suggests, they are pearls made naturally from the oysters in the sea beds and hence very rare. It also takes a long time in the creation of a natural pearls which is the reason for its high demand and price.

Cultured Pearl stones:

They are produced artificially to meet the high mandate of pearl gemstone in absence of rare natural pearls. Here pearl beads are manually entrenched inside the mollusk and likely situations have been shaped so that pearl gemstone can grow inside the mollusk. This enables the discharge of a crystalline substance which helps to form layers around the irritant until a pearl is formed.

A Japanese by the name of Kokichi Mikimoto created the first cultured pearls in 1893 through the artificial process. The cultured pearl industry    grew   many folds since then and made up for the lack of natural pearl supply. Cultured Pearl stone can be further classified into Freshwater pearl gemstone and Saltwater Pearl Gemstone.

Fresh Water Pearl Gemstone:

These pearls are grown inside fresh water sources found mainly in lakes, rivers and ponds of china. They are also known as Akoya pearl stone and have brilliant luster, are typically white and perfectly round. They are a favorite among brides and jeweler & fashion designers.

Saltwater Pearl Gemstone:

They are grown in the sea or lakes of Japan and China. The most popular color of saltwater pearl is white, cream and gray. South Sea pearls which is a type of saltwater pearl stone They are the largest and rarest pearls and therefore expensive They are known for their luster and rich color. They come in glossy white, silky silver, champagne, creamy pink colors. They are also produced in Australia, Indonesia and are green, pink, black and purple in color.

Shell Pearls:

The inner lining of oyster shells is grounded into a fine powder. Then it is shaped, dyed and coated with natural pearl nacre and a protective coating is given to it. This coating also provides luster and shine. Since they are made artificially, quality varies. However, it is beautiful and much less expensive than saltwater pearls. Also, they are more durable than cultured and freshwater pearls.

The History Of Pearls

About Pearls: 

The best-loved gems of all time, pearls are the natural and cultured gemstones occur in a wide variety of colors. The most familiar white and cream, but the palette of colors extends to every hue.  Pearl stone is the birthstone for June. 

Pearls are organic gemstones that are formed by shelled molluscs; mainly bivalves oysters and mussels.

The Beginning History Of Pearls:

The pearl gemstone has long been treasured and highly valued in many cultures throughout history. In India ancient Hindu texts repeatedly refer to pearls, staying in one place that the god Krishna discovered the first pearl. In ancient Egypt, mother of pearl was used for decorative purposes.

Pearls In Roman History:

In ancient Rome, pearls were a highly  prized accessory, and worn as a symbol of wealth and prestige. They were such a status symbol, that an effort was actually made to prohibit the wearing pearl gemstone by those not deserving of them.

Pearls in Greek history:

The ancient Greeks also highly valued pearls, using them, especially at weddings, where they were said to bring love. With many natural oyster beds lying along the Persian gulf, the Arab culture also placed a high value on pearls, which are described in the Koran as one of the greatest treasures provided in paradise.

Pearls In Modern History:

In the  western Hemisphere,Native Americans  also valued the fresh water they had discovered and harvested from lakes and rivers. The story is  told of a native American princess, who presented herbnado  de  Soto with gifts of animal , skin , cloth, copper and freshwater pearls

History Of Pearls In North America:

In addition to the pearls themselves, American mother of pearl has also become a major export, both from the north American colonies and later from the united states. A primary use of mother-of-pearl was to make shiny, indecent clothing buttons, of which billions were exported all over the world (mainly from lova)

The Effect Of Pearl culturing On Modern Pearls:

The effect on the pearl industry of the discovery of pearl culturing, combined with Mikimotos marketing enthusiasm, cannot be understood. During a span of less than 50 years at the beginning  of the 20 century, thousands of years of world histore ere rewritten.

The oldest reference to pearls (freshwater pearls) comes from ancient China 2,350 B.C:

The most ancient reference to pearls comes from ancient China. In one of the oldest of books published in China, known as Sho King (Chuang Tzu) dating from 2,350 B.C. (4,350 B.P.) mention is made of a pearl from the River Huai, the natural boundary between north China and south China, being given as a tribute to Emperor Yu in 2206 B.C. (4,206 B.P.), and a string of near-spherical pearls from the province of King Kau also given as tribute.