Pearls

Pearl Meaning, Symbolism, and Myths of Pearls Have you ever thought about the meaning of 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...

If you grew up in the 70s or 80s, you’ve probably attended a home pearl party or two in your time. People threw pearl parties at home all the time back in the day. Jewelers brought real oysters to the host’s home, and party attendees paid to choose their own mollusks to...

Pearls have been reinventing themselves in the fashion accessory world. I’ve been fascinated with the way fashionistas think about pearls for quite a while now. And, with so many celebrities and reality TV stars donning the precious gems, I have to ask myself, “Do bad girls wear pearls...

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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 h...

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...

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 journey from sea to...