Crystal

Mother of Pearl

Shankha Mani / Nakre

Nacre — Orthorhombic, Mohs 2.5–4.5

supportive

Essence

Nurtures emotional safety, receptive love, and the rhythm of natural abundance. It works through the Crown chakra (Sahasrara), the seat of the bridge between individual consciousness and the wider field of awareness. Under Moon (Chandra)'s influence, aligns the emotional interior with safety and receptivity, supporting natural abundance and the expression of unconditional care. Reach for it when navigating love, clarity, prosperity.

Anchors

Planetary rulerMoon(Chandra)
Primary chakraCrown(Sahasrara)
Secondary chakraHeart(Anahata)
Indications
loveclarityprosperity
ChemistryCaCO₃ (aragonite) + conchiolin · Orthorhombic · Mohs 2.5–4.5

Sourcing

Philippines (Pinctada maxima — South Sea), Australia, Pacific Islands. Genuine nacre has iridescent lustre that shifts under light. Plastic simulants appear flat. Freshwater mussel nacre is thinner and less lustrous.

Classical lineage

Classical Vedic literature does not specifically reference this stone. Modern usage is grounded in mineralogical observation and energetic-tradition practice.

Ritual of care

CleansingMoonlight or cool water

Gentle cleansing removes accumulated energy between uses

ChargingMoonlight
Wear dayMonday

Monday belongs to Chandra — lunar receptivity is heightened

Metal pairingSilver

Pairs with