In the world of authentic pearls, there are two primary types, often compared to one another: natural pearls vs cultured pearls. Fact is, both types are real gemstones, but it’s the way they are formed that makes them different. What is a cultured pearl? A cultured pearl is a genuine…
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Understanding Pearl Colors: How Do Oysters Create Different Color Gems?
Cultured pearl colors and shades can vary… from green, pink, blue and purple, to black, white, cream and peach. Some of these awesome gemstones even come with fabulous multi-color overtones. But, how do oysters create the gems in different colors? Where Do Black Pearls Come From? There are various factors…
Can the Pearl Tooth Test Really Tell You If Your Gem Is Real?
What is the pearl tooth test? This is a quick way of testing the gem to see if it’s real or fake. But, this is just one of many ways to tell if your pearls are genuine or faux. Let’s discuss the tooth test, as well as nine other ways…
What’s the Right Pearl Size for Your Special Lady?
Does the size of the pearls in pearl jewelry really make a difference? We hear this question all the time from our customers. Well, that depends on a few things. One main question is… Is the pearl’s size rare? Another question… What’s the right pearl size for you? If you’re…
Pearl Meaning: The Myths Behind These Sea Gems
Pearl Meaning, Symbolism, and Myths of Pearls Have you ever thought about the meaning of pearls? According to history and the myths, pearls are symbolic of wisdom gained through experience. The gems are believed to offer protection, as well as attract good luck and wealth. They are well-known for their…
How to Care for Real Cultured Pearls
Pearls are gems of the sea. They are the only naturally created gemstones that come from living creatures. But, they do require special care to keep them lustrous. You must care for real cultured pearls, in ways unlike other gems, in order to keep their high-quality pearl grades. Quick Tips…
June Birthstone – The Pearl Month (+Giveaway)
This is a special month for The Pearl Source since the June birthstone is the pearl. That’s why we wanted to host a giveaway on our website. We are giving away a beautiful pair of Akoya pearl stud earrings. We will announce the winner in the first week of…
Everything you need to know about pearls BEFORE you make a purchase
Most people can tell you that pearls come from the sea. Beyond that, though, an unfortunate number of people–even those who are interested in purchasing pearls–cannot tell you how they are formed, and/or what types of pearls are available and the differences between them. In fact, a relatively low number…
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…