Many people would recognize mother of pearl when they saw it, but how many of us actually know what this material is, where it comes from or how it is made? Or, more specifically, how many know the difference between mother of pearl and pearls? Mother of Pearl: The Basics…
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Your Wardrobe: Sometimes Less is More
If you’re a fan of fashion, you may dream about having a huge walk-in closet with racks and racks of clothing, full of couture pieces as far as the eye can see. Unfortunately, for most of us, that dream simply isn’t realistic. We are stuck standing before our “regular” closets…
Pearls: Everyday Wear, Or Special Occasions?
So, you’ve just received a new piece of pearl jewelry. Maybe it’s your first strand, or maybe it’s a new pair of earrings to add to your collection. Either way, you’re faced with a question: “When, and how often, should I wear my new pearls?” There is, unsurprisingly, no simple…
Something Different: Off-Round Baroque Pearls
When you hear the word “pearl,” what do you picture in your mind? Many people envision a small, white, round gemstone either on its own as a stud earring, or perhaps paired with other pearls on a strand. But the truth is that pearls come in a wide variety of…
Oysters Make Pearls. But, Exactly What Is an Oyster?
It’s amazing that from the sea comes the humble oyster, and from the oyster comes the exquisite pearl, but what is an oyster? The miracle that a beautiful pearl is “born” inside the hard rough shelled living creature is amazing, but what type of creature is this within the forbidding…
How Are Pearl Necklaces Made?
The journey from sea to string is one of the most interesting of all jewelry creations. And while the final creation is easy to admire, the necklace itself becomes all the more beautiful when you consider the work invested into creating it. Perfectly Imperfect: The Beauty of the Gems of…
Caviar Spoons: What are they?
Caviar includes the roe of specific species of sturgeon primarily living within the Caspian Sea between Iran and Russia. These fragile eggs are cleaned carefully then lightly salted prior to canning. Caviar is thought to be amongst the globe’s most prized delicacies, and there’s a specific quantity of ritual related…
Give your Girlfriend a Pearl Necklace for her Birthday
Is your girlfriend’s birthday around the corner? Do you want to make her birthday very special in order for you both to remember it for many years? Then you have to definitely be considering the best gifts, such as jewelry and the ideal arrangements to make for that special day.…
Are Pearls a Symbol of Good Luck?
The romantic and magical beauty of pearls always has attracted lovers of jewelry and women, and for many years have adorned them in various ways. For some people, a must-have gift item is a pearl, which is given as a symbol of affection and pure love, as well as good…
How to Store Pearl Jewelry
Unlike diamonds or additional gemstones that may be cut or polished, pearls must be taken care of. Here’s how you can take care of your pearls as you store them: Always keep the pearls within a soft cloth or soft pouch in order for them not to come across any…