Interesting facts about pearls

How Cultured Pearls Are Formed and What the Cultivation Process Means

Cultured pearls are formed inside living pearl oysters in the same natural way as natural pearls, with the only difference being that humans deliberately initiate the growth process. Pearl formation is slow and takes years. Time, careful handling and natural development give pearls their character, lustre and uniqueness, making them one of the most exceptional materials in jewelry.

Are black pearls really black?

There's a common misconception that a black pearl is truly jet black. In reality, these are pearls with dark tones that may include shades of gray, green, blue, purple, or bronze – and they’re rarely completely black.

Price of pearls

We are often asked about pearl prices. You can find the current prices of our jewellery in our online pearl jewellery catalogue.

The price of pearls depends on several factors. The origin, type, quality, shape and color of the pearl all affect the price of the jewelry itself.

There are many types of genuine pearls, the most expensive of which are natural wild pearls, which are rarely found on jewellery. Most of them are traded at auctions and end up in vaults, as they are very high in value indeed.

Akoya pearls

Akoya pearls are one of the most famous and popular cultured pearls in the world. They come mostly from the marine waters of Japan and China and are prized for their classic, elegant appearance. These pearls are traditionally associated with necklaces, bracelets and other jewelry.

South sea pearls

South sea pearls are some of the rarest and most valuable pearls in the world, known for their large size, beautiful lustre and wide range of natural colours. These pearls are cultivated in the marine waters of regions such as Australia, Indonesia, the Philippines and other areas of the South Pacific.

Legends of Pearls

Pearls have captivated humanity for over six thousand years. As the only organic gemstone, they embody the perfect harmony between nature and beauty. Surrounded by mystery and fascination, countless myths and legends tell the story of their origin. Across cultures, pearls have always been regarded as symbols of beauty, purity, and femininity.

The birth of pearls has inspired stories throughout history – from sacred scriptures and ancient myths to exotic tales from distant lands. In all of them, the pearl represents love, wisdom, and harmony.

Akoya Hanadama pearls

The pearls, known as Akoya Hanadama, are cultivated in Japan. They are synonymous with the highest possible quality among Akoya pearls. This is primarily due to their superior luster, shape, clarity and unique color spectrum. The thick layer of nacre causes the reflected light to be bright and crisp.

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Tahitian pearls

Tahitian pearls are one of the most important types of cultured pearls, known for their natural dark colour and beautiful lustre. If anyone is looking for a black pearl, it is the Tahitian pearl. These pearls originate from the South Pacific, particularly French Polynesia, where they are cultivated in the pearl family Pinctada margaritifera.

How a pearl necklace is born

If you want to adorn your cleavage with a necklace made of real sea or freshwater pearls, you might be interested to know how this jewellery gem is actually created. Its birth stretches like a red thread. The art of recognizing the difference in quality of pearls and their processing will make you alert when choosing a necklace and buying it.

People have admired pearls for thousands of years - the life of precious pearls

Pearls are noble, noble and symbolize loyalty. Egyptian women wore pearls on their necks as early as 1500 BC and for the Romans pearls were a symbol of wealth, wisdom and good luck. A pearl can retain its beauty for an impressive 100 to 150 years.