Pearl

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A pearl necklace worn four thousand years ago by the Persian queen Achemenid can still be admired today. The pearl jewelry of the Queen of Sheba has become legendary. It has been told that Cleopatra served wind with ground pearls in it to her more important guests. In the Bible (Job 28:18) it says "The price of wisdom is above pearls". And Lucifer is said to have broken his teeth due to his craving for pearls. Pearls are from the marine animal kingdom, but most often they are considered precious stones. 

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Pearls are formed in shellfish - especially oysters and mussels -as a natural defense against irritants such as a  piece of grit. The shellfish secretes layers of aragonite, known as nacre, around the irritant until it gradually builds up layers and layers to form the solid pearl.  Light reflecting from these overlapping layers is what produces the characteristic iridescent luster, also know as the "orient of the pearl".  A cultured pearl is one where an irritant is introduced to initiate the formation, and a nucleated cultured pearl has a small bead introduced at the irritant. 

Long ago, pearls were important financial assets, comparable in price to real estate, as thousands of oysters had to be searched for only one pearl. They were rare because they were created only by chance.

Today most cultured pearls are produced in Japan. In the warmer waters of the South Pacific, larger oysters produce South Sea cultured pearls and Tahitian black cultured pearls, which are larger in size. Freshwater pearls are cultured in freshwater mussels, mostly in China.

The quality of pearls is judged by the orient, and luster, the reflectivity and shine of the surface. Fine pearls do not have any flaws or spots in the nacre. Other factors which affect value are the regularity of the shape, size, and color.

Cultured pearls and natural pearls can be distinguished from imitation pearls by a very simple test. Take the pearl and rub it (gently!) against the edge of a tooth. Cultured and natural pearls will feel slightly rough, like fine sandpaper, because of the texture of natural nacre. Imitations will feel as smooth as glass because the surface is molded or painted on a smooth bead.

Pearls are about 2% water, and should not be stored in a very warm place, or they may dry out and develop hairline cracks.

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Pearls help one connect with the Goddess, the ultimate feminine energy. They are absorbing by nature and because of this they must be used with caution.  If feeling excessively negative while wearing a pearl, it will hold that energy until it is worn again.

Being that a pearl is created by layer upon layer of substance produced to counteract irritation...it is very nurturing. If used properly, it can lessen stress and it's resulting maladies, such as hypertension, headaches, and exhaustion.

If using peals with other gemstones consider diamonds to amplify and purify, or emeralds to bring the negative energy out and disperse it.  Cleanse often to allow to recharge.

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More Healing Information

Chronic headaches and migraines may be alleviated or completely cured by wearing a pearl necklace directly on the skin.  

Pearls also help to reduce allergies.  They are said to help in the treatment of stomachaches, colds, bronchitis and lung infections. 

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Pearls, just as amber, jet, fossils, mother of pearl, and other substances used in magic, is the product of a previously living creature. Some believe that due to the fact that the oyster must die to remove the pearl, that there is a heavy debt incurred by those who engage in trafficking pearls, as well as those who wear and use them. The choice is yours...you will know intuitively whether you can use them or not.

Pearls are intimately connected to the moon, so much so so that some will wear or use them only at night, during the moon's domain.

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Modern Birthstone for the Month of June.

Pearls are related to Cancer. Black Pearls are linked to Capricorn. 

It is also said that white pearls are ruled by the Moon and  Pisces, while black pearls are ruled by Saturn and Capricorn. 

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Use specifically for 3rd, Solar Plexus Chakra (digestion, stomach, immunity) and emotional stress.