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The fact that so-called “average” people can purchase pearls with relative ease is the result of a major change in the pearl industry which greatly impacted the jewelry-loving masses. But what, exactly caused this change which made pearls affordable to the average purchaser? The answer is both an economic and…

The popularity of the pearl in ancient Rome can arguably be traced to a single man – Pompey. Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus (29 September 106 BC – 28 September 48 BC), known in English as Pompey, came from a wealthy Italian family and went on to become a well-known political and…

A pearl among designers and the original ‘rare bird of fashion,’ Iris Apfel, incorporated pearl jewelry and pearl accessories into her iconic flamboyant styles.   She set the bar high for fun and unrestricted self-expression in fashion. “STYLE IS ATTITUDE; IT’S NOT WHAT YOU WEAR, IT’S THE WAY THAT YOU WEAR…

Pearls can still be cool even for modern brides. Today’s bride wants to be beautiful, and yet update the classic bridal silhouette. Pearls are always chic and on-trend for every bride, even the modern bride who wants to be a bit more fashion forward in her choice of pearl jewelry…

If you haven’t heard it before, you should know that when it comes to wearing pearls safely, the old adage “last on, first off” applies.  Cosmetics, fragrances, hair products and the like can all be damaging to pearls.  Therefore, you should wait until you are completely dressed and ready before…

South Sea pearls make up about 10% of the cultured pearl market, and are among the most expensive and sought-after cultured pearls in the world. They are cultivated off the shores of Australia, Indonesia, Japan and Thailand. South Sea pearls come from the so-called “white-lipped” oyster, which is wild and…

Despite their name, Tahitian pearls are not found in Tahiti.  Instead, they come from elsewhere in the waters of French Polynesia, a collection of islands in the South Pacific. While Tahitian pearls are often thought of as being black, they are actually a collection of colors leading them to be…

  So, you’ve decided to invest in a pearl purchase.  Congratulations on a great choice! Pearls are both functional and versatile, making them great gifts for many occasions, as well as wonderful investment pieces for yourself.  And while we have yet to see someone purchase the “wrong type” of pearl,…

Around the world, pearl farming is a family business sustaining its practitioners and their families for generations. Pearl farming is an industry in which families can take pride, given the ways in which the product itself benefits when care is taken to protect its environment. The dedicated, knowledgeable pearl farmer…