Pearl Guide
Thirty years of buying pearls at the source, written down. Start with how to buy, then go as deep as you like.
Pearl Care
Put your pearl jewelry in a soft bag, a velvet box or a satin pouch. Pearls should not touch other jewelry or hard objects. If you plan to wear pearls on your...
Read the guideAugust 2026Japanese Akoya Pearls vs. Chinese Akoya Pearls
Pearl Production in Japan and China The Japanese have a century's head start over China in cultured pearl production. With their well-guarded secrets in producing pearls, they have been the unchallenged leaders...
Read the guideAugust 2026History of Pearls
Pearls as Symbols Pearls have fascinated us for centuries! Pearls have been used as the symbols of the moon, magic, feminity, modesty and purity. Interestingly, the pearl is the only gem that...
Read the guideAugust 2026Hanadama Pearls
The word Hanadama refers to the finest Akoya cultured pearls in the world. In Japan they are also known as "flower pearls". They possess an extremely high luster, thick nacre, and flawless...
Read the guideAugust 2026Cultured Pearls Versus Natural Pearls
A cultured pearl is formed in the same process as a natural pearl. The only difference is that it begins with inserting a shell bead nucleus inside the oyster and irritating the...
Read the guideAugust 2026Color Tones of White Pearl Necklaces
White pearls have either rose or silver overtones. When shopping for pearl necklaces, pay attention to overtone colors. Certain overtones can be more flattering to skin types than others. Rose overtones have...
Read the guideAugust 2026How to Clean and Care for Your Pearls
Pearls are soft and delicate, requiring special care and cleaning measures to ensure a long life of luster and beauty. Even cultured pearls with thick coatings are fragile and can get damaged...
Read the guideAugust 2026How to Choose Pearl Earrings
Pearl earrings are important jewelry items because they can reflect light and color onto your face. For classic pearl earrings, choose Akoya pearls. For large, exotic and luxurious pearl earrings, choose black...
Read the guideAugust 2026How to Choose Bridal Pearl Jewelry
Why Should I Choose Pearl Jewelry for My Wedding? For centuries, pearls have been synonymous with purity, sophistication and romance. There is nothing more classic than a Bride in a white flowing...
Read the guideAugust 2026Black Pearls
Tahitian pearls or the black pearls are the only pearls in the world that are naturally black. These pearls coming from the Tahiti-Polynesian islands are not only rare, exotic and breathtakingly beautiful,...
Read the guideMay 2026Shopping for a South Sea Pearl Necklace
Of all the pearls in the world, one is revered above the rest: the South Sea pearl. Grown in the deep waters off Australia's coast, it is prized for its brilliant white...
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