Pearl Crystal / Stone Meaning, Properties & Benefits

Physical Properties of Pearl Stone
Chemical Formula:	CaCO3 and H2O
Chemical Composition:	Calcium Carbonate and conchiolin
Crystal System:	Amorphous
Lustre:	Pearly
Transparency:	Opaque
Colour:	White, Blue, Green, Yellow, Orange, Brown, Pink, Purple, Gray, Black, Multicolored
Streak:	White
Hardness:	2.5 - 4.5 on Mohs scale
Tenacity:
Cleavage:	None
Fracture:	Uneven
Density:	2.73
Refractive Index:	1.52 - 1.69

Opal Gemstone Properties

Pearl is a thing produced within the soft tissues of the living shelled mollusc. Just like a shell of the calm the pearl is made up of calcium carbonate the minute structure of crystalline form which has been deposited in the concentric layers. The perfect and the ideal pearl are perfectly round and smooth. The most valuable pearls occur in the wild but they are found very rarely. The wild pearls are referred to as natural pearls. These wild pearls are extremely pure and found rarely. The streak of this pearl is white and specific gravity 2.6 to 2.85. As it is made from calcium carbonate it can be dissolved in the vinegar. The luster of the pearl depends upon the phenomenon of refraction, reflection and diffraction of light from the translucent layers. The thinner and the more numerous layers in the pearl, the pearl's luster is finer.

Opal Stone Healing Properties

Pearl has many healing properties associated with the lunar energy on both the mental level as well as physical level. The planet of the pearl is moon and helps to come over the problem related to this planet. Pearl is the June birthstone. This pearl connects to the third eye chakra. It signifies conviction, assistance and virtuousness. It enhances the delicate integrity and helps to provide ones consideration. It symbolizes purity and is known as the "stone of reliability". It brings truth to the situations and loyalty to the cause and inhibits overexcited behavior. It treats the digestive problems and the pliable organs problem. It increases fertility and eases the childbirth. It also symbolizes innocence and provides the soothing effect inside the being. This symbol gives the connection to the goddess of yin and yang. Pearls carry the feminine and the divinity energy is tranquil and centered. It can reduce anxiety and hypertension and helps in the feelings of exhaustion. It is the stone of the water element. It is also allied with the "loop of verve". Traditionally they are representative of the serenity, integrity, wisdom, faith, charity, spirituality and modesty. The properties of this pearl bring wonderful gifts.

In Which Finger to Wear Opal Gemstone?

This should be worn on the little finger of the left arm and it should of 10 carats it is known as the ideal number for this stone and it makes the stone capable to bring harmony and it should be embedded in gold to get good effect.

Opal Found in Countries

Pearl gemstones / crystals are found in some of the countries of world are: Canada, China, Australia, France, India, Persian Gulf, Philippines.