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History Of The Freshwater Pearl

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Many people have only recently become aware of freshwater pearls, but these beautiful creations have been around for centuries. The first groups of people to culture a product from freshwater mussels were the Chinese. The first known recorded citation that mentions pearls is from China as well and dates back to 2200 BC. However, the Chinese used shell mabes instead of true pearls. Japan thus holds the distinction of being the first country to produce cultured freshwater pearls. read more

Are Freshwater Pearls Worth The Purchase?

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We get this question quite often – ‘are freshwater pearls worth the money?’ The answer is simple – absolutely. There are several reasons that these pearls are worth a second look.

Freshwter pearls contain more nacre

When drilling the freshwater pearl, the mantle tissue used to nucleate the pearl is drilled out or dissolved. This means that you have a solid pearl that does not have any immediate flaws, meaning it can last you a lifetime. You buy a quality pearl that does not contain the nucleus in the finished product. This guarantees that freshwater pearls have a unique, glassy luster that you cannot find anywhere else. read more

Why are Edison pearls so affordable?

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The Edison pearl is the largest freshwater pearls available on the market and produces colors that are simply unmatched by most other pearl options. They are still pricey, but affordable if we compare them to the price of pearls less than 40, 50 years ago. Why is that?

Freshwater pearls have changed
About a century or a little more, pearls were so valuable that a single string of naturally formed pearls could net you a mansion on Park Avenue in New York city and it would have been considered a fair trade. Nowadays it seems as though pearls are becoming more affordable than ever before. While these Edison pearls are still expensive (make no mistake about it) they are more affordable than pearls were before. read more

The new era of pearls – the Edison pearl

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Until a few years ago, freshwater pearls with a size of 10 millimeter or more might sound too good to be true. Fast forward a few years, and the Edison pearl has made those large pearls a reality. These Edison pearls are the latest development in the Chinese freshwater pearl production. At the time of writing, only three pearl farms are making Edison pearls.

What about the details of these pearls?
These pearls are relatively innovative and large, but what about the quality of these pearls? Can these pearls compare to what shoppers have become accustomed to? We will break down the specifics about these Edison pearls. The shape is usually round to slightly off-round. As with most freshwater pearls, you should not expect a perfect round shape for every pearl. read more

Edison Pearls – Game Changer for large pearls

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Just when people in the pearl industry think they have seen everything, they are witness to the introduction of a new pearl. The Edison pearl is the result of a new freshwater pearl culturing technique. When looking at the traditional freshwater pearls, you will notice that these are relatively small when cultured. The donor mollusk’s tissue is only about a 2 millimeter square of tissue. Per host mollusk, this means that we should realistically expect between 12 and 14 freshwater pearls. read more

Celebrities Spotted in Pearls: Rihanna

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The songstress and fashion icon Rihanna surely knows what it takes to be a trend setting fashionista and do it effortlessly. Rihanna attended the Inglorious Bastards Premiere looking stunning in a black, short sleeve, Alexander McQueen (2009 Collection) jumpsuit that she accented with lace gloves. She took her usual Mohawk and made it edgier by forming it into a Cacatua and added ruby red gloss lips.  But nothing stands out like the wealth of pearls that are draped all over her long lean neck in a stunning pearl necklace. It looks as if she may have on more than twenty strands of the precious water miracles but who can tell. All we care about is how amazing she looks and how she is always the trendsetter making the red carpet oh so fashionable! read more

Pearl Fashion: Fashionable in Black, Gold and Pearls

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Pearls are not just for Granny anymore! Class up your black and white and make it Coco Chanel! Add a little gold for the look of glamour! Nothing beats a really great top with a cluster of pearls.

The off colored pearls are a look that makes your white top stand out. The earrings are chic and glam and look fantastic with hair pulled up, to the back, or with a short edgy cut. The short A-line skirt is the right amount of youth without being “too young”. A pair of great chunky heels covered in gold and pearls does the trick for a little drama and never forget a good clutch for added richness. read more

21 Ways to Wear Pearls Day or Night

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Pearls are not just for your grandma anymore!

Pearls have become a growing trend in fashion as they add a since of class and panache to bright colored clothing like ruby reds and emerald greens. Perish the thought of wearing just a thread of white pearls because pearls can be found in an array colors including black pearls, pink and lavender. There are also a variety of styles and setting to choose from. Whether the pearl is in a star setting surrounded by diamonds or a cluster of pearls wrapped perfectly into a double strand pearl necklace, pearls are the new go-to pieces to accentuate your wardrobe. read more

Pink Pearls Jewelry

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Romantic and lovely are just two words that describe pretty pink pearls jewelry. Pink pearl jewelry simply radiates femininity like no other. There is no match to this timeless classic. Pink pearl jewelry brings together the timeless elegance of a classic pearl with the delicate blush of alluring pink.

There are so many ways to wear pink pearl jewelry!
In the office, add pink pearl jewelry to your power suit to remind them all that you are indeed a woman. Whether you choose a necklace, bracelet or earrings, pink pearl jewelry will add an air of feminine beauty. read more

Cultured Pearl Jewelry

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Natural pearls are almost never found these days. As a result most pearl jewelry available on the market today are cultured pearl jewelry. Thank goodness for cultured pearl jewelry! Without them most of us would never have the opportunity to have wonderful pearls! Cultured pearl jewelry, in every form from necklaces to earrings and bracelets, is available for jewelry collectors. We owe our access to cultured pearl jewelry to an inventive trio that sought to bring cultured pearls to market during the early 20th Century. Without them, we may have only seen pearls at special museum exhibitions or in paintings from bygone days. Before cultured pearl jewelry, natural pearl jewelry was made from pearls formed by an accident of nature. This happens when a small irritant manages to enter through an oyster or other mollusk’s hard shell. The oyster responds by secreting layer upon of layer of mother of pearl or nacre. After many years, a small pearl may be formed. The natural accident is carefully replicated by a skilled technician. Pearl bearing oysters are carefully nurtured for years. Then, some, but not all, will produce lovely pearls for cultured pearl jewelry. Cultured pearl jewelry has become increasingly popular. From necklaces to earrings and pendants to bracelets, cultured pearl jewelry is perfect for every occasion. Cultured pearl jewelry can also be made in to many exciting custom pieces as well. With so many choices, it is no wonder why women all over the world have chosen cultured pearl jewelry. read more