Pearls
Pearl oysters are marine bivalve mollusks, not the same family as the edible true oysters most people know. Their mantle secretes shell material and, in nacre-producing species, can form a pearl around material within the mantle or other body tissue. For a broader introducti...
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August 11, 2026
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Katie Muirhead
Jewelry
The best necklace length is the one that lands clearly above or below a garment's neckline instead of competing with its edge. Start with the standard length chart, then check the result on the wearer: neck size, height, torso length, pendant drop and the exact cut of the cl...
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August 11, 2026
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Katie Muirhead
Pearls
The pearl tooth test can sometimes distinguish a nacreous pearl from an imitation with a very smooth coating, but it is not proof that a pearl is natural, cultured, untreated, valuable—or even genuine in every case. Some imitations can have a gritty surface, and rubbing je...
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August 7, 2026
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Katie Muirhead
Pearls
Key Highlights
Pearl jewelry prices are shaped by pearl types, size, luster, surface quality, shape, and nacre quality. This pearl jewelry pr...
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July 21, 2026
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Katie Muirhead
Fashion
For much of the last century, pearls were associated with formal occasions, family heirlooms, and classic jewelry collections. Today, modern pearl jewelry has transformed how we view and wear these timeless gems. They were often viewed as something you inherited, wore to a s...
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June 24, 2026
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Katie Muirhead
Gifts & Shopping Guides
Key Highlights
This guide focuses on choosing a meaningful Valentine's Day gift that celebrates your unique relationship....
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January 28, 2026
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Katie Muirhead
Gifts & Shopping Guides
Bridal Gifts: Key Highlights
Discover a curated list of memorable bridal gifts perfect for any wedding....
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January 20, 2026
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Katie Muirhead
Pearls
Key Highlights
We are proud to announce that our own Lauren Greenberg is now a GIA-certified pearl specialist....
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November 23, 2025
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Katie Muirhead
Jewelry
If you have a collection of pearls, you already know that this style of jewelry is exceptionally precious, with real pearls often valued at thousands of dollars. Thi...
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November 19, 2025
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Lauren Greenberg
Fashion
Key Highlights
A trendy pearl necklace is no longer just for formal events; it's now a staple for everyday wear....
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October 31, 2025
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Katie Muirhead