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Identification and Properties of Pearl Gemstone or Moti

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Identification of Pearl Gemstones or Moti

Tests for Identification of a Real pearl or Moti:

• Moonlike, shining white color

• Perfectly round, globular shape and size

• Compactness, which gives it a high specific gravity

• Luster, soft glamour, attractiveness, and brilliance of reflection

• Smoothness, which gives an agreeable sensation to the eyes

• Spotlessness and freedom from blemishes (dents, scratches, ridges) and impurities

Some Flaws of Pearls or Moti:

• Cracks or ridges - wearing of such a pearl is injurious to one's health

• Wavy thin line on the surface -brings misfortune

• Dents - bring loss of wealth

• A mole - like formation on the surface layer - brings sadness and disease

Properties of pearl Gemstone or Moti

Planet: Moon

Indian Name: Moti

Other Names: Mukta, Sasi-ratna, Gem of the moon, Taraka, Falling star, Jiva-ratna, Gem of the intellect.
Moon's Sign: Cancer
Moon's Hardness: 3.5 - 4 on Mohs scale
Element: Water
Cosmic Color: Orange