From dainty pieces paired with elegant frocks to surfer-chic styles for a casual summer look, there are many ways to incorporate the gem of the sea in your daytime or nighttime outfits. White pearls carry a timeless versatility that allows them to be stylishly worn regardless of occasion – but…
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Impressive Gemstone Find: Yes, Scallops Produce Pearls Too! (Video)
For the past four years, Karen McCavour and her husband have been fishing for scallops. When she first started, she had no idea whatsoever that these mollusks produce rare scallop pearls! But, over the years, she’s found multiple scallop pearls, successfully growing her own gemstone collection. Just this January, she…
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…
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…
What Are Hanadama Pearls?
Even if you consider yourself well-educated when it comes to the pearl market, you may sometimes see a word that you don’t recognize: Hanadama. The Hanadama is a pearl classification which designates the very best of the best when it comes to Japanese Akoya pearls. Choosing a Hanadama pearl necklace…
A Pearl Primer: Akoya
If you’re in the market for pearls, you may be confused by all of the different varieties available. Learning about each type of pearl will help you to make an informed choice. One of the most common pearl varieties is the Akoya, which, unsurprisingly, comes from Akoya oysters. Akoya oysters…
A Classic Japanese Look That Never Gets Old
Akoya pearl earrings have a wonderfully classic look to them that will likely add to your overall appeal. They also have a classic artisan beauty that many people will stop to appreciate. Akoya earrings are made by using only the finest quality pearls, which have been selected by professional jewelers…
Freshwater Pearls And Diamonds, A Beautiful Summer Option
When most people change seasons, they also change their wardrobes. Gone are the darker colors and jackets; throughout spring and summer, pastels and bright colors are always in fashion, so why not change your jewelry selection as well? A pair of white pearls is an excellent choice for a cocktail…
What Are Hanadama Pearls?
One of the things that you come to expect when purchasing jewelry is that the gems will inevitably be rated on some type of valuation system. Usually this system looks a lot like the one that we are graded on in school, with either an A-F or 1-10 system in…
Picking the Perfect Pearls
If, like most people, you know nothing about pearls, trying to find good pearl jewelry can be a truly daunting problem. Matters are not simplified by the fact that there are many different types of pearls. The new pearl jewelry designs may be breathtaking, but how are you supposed to…