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The Pearl Necklace, Classic Beauty in a Single Strand

June 30th, 2009
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Nature’s only animal produced gem, the pearl has been a symbol of purity, honesty, and wisdom for ages. With painstaking precession jewelry designers hand select matching pearls to create the timeless beauty of the pearl necklace. Coming in so many varieties and colors pearls are amazingly diverse. From the pure white to the deep blacks and greens of Tahiti, you will never be disappointed by the array you may choose from. Perfect for any occasion, pearls are always a statement of elegance.

When you are looking for a pearl necklace you will want to be sure you are using a reputable jeweler. Someone you can trust and has been in the business of handling such delicate beauties as the natural pearl. You will want to look closely and note that there is a tiny knot nestled between each pearl on the strand,  this allows separation between the gems so that they do not rub together and damage the necar which gives the pearl its’ luster and shine. If the knot is missing over time you could essentially ruin your investment. Be careful with cleaning solutions as well with your pearls. It is best to allow your jeweler to clean and condition your pearl necklace for general maintenance. Many general jewelry solvents and soaps can cause extreme wear and damage to the pearls. That’s why it is best left up to the experts. Having them appraised and insured is also always a wise choice. This adds peace of mind knowing you have protected both your pearls and your investment.

The presence of the pearl necklace has graced leading ladies, queens, and housewives’ necks and shown a quiet beauty for generations.   If you give them the care they deserve you will have an heirloom to pass on and an investment that will last.

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Pearl Necklaces

June 24th, 2009
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A pearl necklace is a hard object that is created within the shell of a mollusk. it is made up of calcium carbonate in a crystalline mineral form. The usual pearl is perfectly round, but sometimes a baroque pearl can be found. Although pearls can be found in freshwater areas, pearls from the sea tend to cost more. In more modern times, pearls are harvested, and some are just cheap, inexpensive imitation pearl necklaces. The natural ones, found in the sea, are very rare. Even more rare are natural ones of gemstone quality, which are almost always iridescent and/or nacreous.

Centuries ago, a pearl necklace would belong most likely to someone of royal descent. The rarity of gemstone quality pearls makes them ridiculously expensive when compared to the cultured ones. The difference between natural and cultured pearls is seen when carrying out an X-ray examination. Cultured pearls, when compared in X-rays with a natural pearl, reveal that the nucleus of the pearl is “pre-formed” or planted inside it to make it look like a natural pearl to the naked eye. The natural also has concentric growth rings while the cultured pearl has a purely solid center.

Pearl necklaces are especially popular today, but a great deal of them are harvested pearls. The value of a natural pearl can be determined in the same way you would determine the value of another precious gem — quality of surface, shape, size, luster and orient. There is a very small number of stranded, matching pearl necklaces that exist. The largest provider of “fake” pearls at the moment is china, closely followed by Japan, although the entirety of this industry has had to mostly cease it’s production due to pollution. There are three famous ways a person could wear a pearl necklace: the “collar” way, where the necklace sits right against the throat, the “choker” way, which are at the base of the neck, and the “princess” way, where it is located just below the collarbone. The word “pearl” could be used to describe something very rare, and for a good reason.

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Pearl Earrings

June 22nd, 2009
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Pearl Earrings

Whether it is your mother, sister, daughter, aunt, wife, or girlfriend, giving gifts such as pearl earrings can relay the perfect message to any or all of those members of your life or family.

There are four main types of pearls that you can consider and look for while shopping for your gift, such as Freshwater, Akoya, South Sea, and Tahitian pearls.  Each of these types of pearls are unique in their own way, and you should consider the type of pearl when preparing to purchase a set of pearl earrings for your loved ones.

Freshwater Pearls

These pearls come from freshwater mussels, and they are not distinctly round in a variety of colors.  Most believe that these types of pearls are exactly round and white in color, but this is not always the case. There are close to 31 states that have freshwater pearls available for production.

Akoya Pearls

These pearls come from akoya oysters that can be found in Asia.  Their default color is white, but they can be a cream, rose, or silver color also.  They are also smaller than most pearls, ranging from 2 to 11 millimeters in size and are distinctively round.

South Sea Pearls

These pearls are much larger in size than the others above because the creature producing the pearl can grow to be quite large also.  They come from an oyster called Pinctada maxima.  The range on the size of these pearls is anywhere between 9 to 20 millmeters, and the colors range from white, gold, and silver that is much different from the other types of pearls.

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Pearl Earrings

June 21st, 2009
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When you think of classic jewelry for yourself, your mother, or grandmother, pearls always come to mind. There is something so timeless about pearls. Whether it was Jackie O wearing them with a sweater set, or Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany’s. The simplest way to wear pearls is by dressing up your ear lobes with a gorgeous set of pearl earrings.

Pearls are an unique piece of jewelry because they are completely organic, being produced from a tiny piece of grit or sand that has made its way into a clam or oyster. Because pearls come from so many different of these mollusks, they are classified by their origin and shapes. Pearl come from four different locations, natural, cultured, freshwater, and saltwater pearls. Because of the rarity of pearls, they are quite expensive and are usually sold by carat weight. Due to the cost of pearls, most pearls in today’s market are considered to be vintage pearls.

The shape of the pearl should also be taken into consideration when choosing your new pearl earrings. They come in spherical, symmetrical and baroque shapes. The rounder the pearl shape, the more desirable and the more expensive thus making the spherical pearls the most expensive you can find.

Symmetrical pearls are not as expensive as the spherical pearls. They include the pear shaped pearls and those that have symmetry from one side to the next but are not round.

Baroque pearls are the most affordable of all pearls because they are irregularly shaped. If you are looking for pearl earrings that are unique, these can be your best bet as they all vary from one pearl to the next but are just as beautiful. Baroque pearls are as unique as the person who is receiving them.

Pearl earrings are a great gift for any occasion such as a wedding present, a birthday, Mother’s Day, or as a heirloom to be passed down for generations to come.

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Pearl Jewelry

June 19th, 2009
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Whether you need an anniversary gift or a birthday gift, when it comes to women there’s nothing better than pearl jewelry.  Pearls can be everything from a rite of passage for young girls to a special 50th anniversary gift.  No matter what the occasion, if there is a woman involved, then pearls are a wonderful option.

Talk to women who have special pearl jewelry from someone they love.  They will tell you the entire back-story behind the jewelry and they will have a smile on their face the whole time.  The beauty of pearls is unmatched, even with diamonds.  Sure, diamonds are expensive, but pearls are timeless.  Women who receive pearls as a gift will end up keeping the jewelry for their whole lives.  What other gift does someone hang onto for such a long time?

Another great aspect of pearl jewelry is that it is relatively affordable for how beautiful it is.  Not everyone has thousands of dollars to spend on diamonds.  If you don’t have to take a new mortgage out to pay for your jewelry, why would you?  Why wouldn’t you choose something that is just as beautiful and timeless, but for half of the price.

Make that special lady in your life feel even more special for her next birthday or holiday by giving her pearl jewelry.  This will surely be a gift that she will cherish for many years to come.  Plus every time she looks at the pearls she will think of you.

Don’t be a giver of gifts that are simply returned or re-gifted this year.  This time make sure you are giving something that is meaningful and beautiful all at the same time.  Women love pearls because of their timeless elegance.  Be the person who gives a gift that will bring any woman to tears of joy.  Make her feel as beautiful as she really is with a strand of pearls or pearl earrings.  There are even pearl bracelets.  Be sure you find the one that is perfect for that woman you love.  This will be a gift she really will cherish forever.

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Pearl Bracelets

June 19th, 2009
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There are so many great advantages of giving a pearl bracelet to someone as a gift. First of all,  getting a bracelet as a gift is a great idea because it can be used for so many different occasions.Whether you are searching for a birthday gift, graduation gift, mothers day gift, or an anniversary gift, pearl bracelets are a great solution.

Another great advantage of these great gifts is that you can give these to almost anyone on your list. It does not matter if you are searching for a gift for your wife or your grandmother, these bracelets are sure to put a smile on any female.

The availability of these bracelets is also a great advantage. You can find pearl bracelets just about anywhere. You can begin your search online to search for the best bracelets out there. You will be able to see what stores actually carry these bracelets, and compare the prices to find the best deals. You can even purchase the bracelets right over the internet and have them shipped to you or directly to your loved one. If you don’t have the internet you can just visit your local jewelry store, as they will most likely have these bracelets in stock.

Lastly, the affordability of pearl bracelets is amazing. When you think of pearls you most likely think expensive. On the contrary, you can find really nice bracelets that are very beautiful and reasonably priced.

These are just some reasons why you should consider pearl bracelets. So, the next time you are looking for a great gift for any female on your list, make sure you check these bracelets out. Not only will you be happy you did, the special female in your life will also be overjoyed with this wonderful gift that you have given her.

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Pearl Bracelet

June 18th, 2009
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Wow I love pearl bracelets, they say that diamonds are a girl’s best friend, well I think pearls are.  A pearl bracelet is a beautiful accessory for the woman on the go…looks great with any article of clothing.  Pearls have a history of warmth and class.  Pearl bracelets come in a verity of colors, such as, pink, black, white, peach, blue, and lavender.  Strains of every color make a sweet bracelet for all occasion.

Not only woman can dress up with pearl bracelets, so can new born babies.
Baby pearl bracelets are so sweet; I gave one to a lady for her new baby girl. When she brought this sweet child home for the first time, she dress her is a little dress with the accessory of a tiny freshwater pearl bracelet in white.

I was told once of a man who sold all he had to go buy this pearl of great price, it had been bury in a field for some reason, and the gentlemen sold his car and a few gold chains just to purchase this small lot of land where the pearl was hid.  It was said that as he acquired the land he spent the next few days digging for the pearl, and found it, so exquisite it took he breath away, guess what he did with it?  Yes that’s right he made his wife a single pearl bracelet.

The story be hide the pearls as they are made is very fascinating, let me tell some of what I have learned.

A pearl start its life a s grain of sand, this little sand finds itself in-between the flesh of an oyster and rub the flesh raw, so the oyster secretes  and coats the tissue from the sand with nacre which makes the pearly substance, this is the saltwater pearls.  The freshwater pearls are injected with tissue to start this process, the oyster/muscle needs a balance of freshwater and food for feeding, the best place is a river pool that has water flowing to it and out of it.

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Pearl Necklaces

June 16th, 2009
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Pearls are one of the most timeless pieces of jewelry one can own. From your grandmother wearing her pearls on Sunday, or borrowing pearls to accessorize your wedding dress, pearls should be a part of every woman’s wardrobe. A classic way to wear pearls is through a simple single strand pearl necklace.

Pearls used for pearl necklaces are usually of the spherical shape and are natural pearls. Cultural pearls are created within a mollusk but have been artificially implanted there by humans. The more natural and rounder the pearl, the more expensive. Pearls that are natural are usually sold by carat weight where pearls that are cultured are sold by their size, which is measured in millimeters.

When selecting the type of necklace you would like to purchase, consider the 6 styles it can come in and choose the appropriate one for your occasion. The 6 styles include the collar, choker, princess, matinee, opera and rope.

Collar pearl necklace (10 to 13 inches in length) and choker necklaces (16 to 18 inches) are a great addition to any formal or evening wear. Opera pearl necklaces (28 to 34 inches) are ideal for formal events, special occasions and parties. Princess necklaces (17 to 20 inches) are wore mostly for nights on the town. Matinee (20 to 24 inches) and rope (45 inches and longer) pearl necklaces are paired best with suits and business attire.

For a younger recipient of the necklace, baroque style pearls can better suit them as they are not the traditional single strand necklace. These pearls are as unique as the person they are being given too and often come in contemporary settings. For a single set pearl on a necklace, one may look into symmetrical pearls as they include the pear shaped pear and are ideal to use as a focal point of a necklace. For the traditional pearl necklace, a strand of spherical pearls is your best choice and is easiest to find at any jewelry store. Be sure to try your pearl necklace with different combinations to achieve the look that fits you best.

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Pearl Necklaces

June 15th, 2009
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A pearl necklace is a hard object that is created within the shell of a mollusk. it is made up of calcium carbonate in a crystalline mineral form. The usual pearl is perfectly round, but sometimes a baroque pearl can be found. Although pearls can be found in freshwater areas, pearls from the sea tend to cost more.

In more modern times, pearls are harvested, and some are just cheap, inexpensive imitation pearl necklaces. The natural ones, found in the sea, are very rare. Even more rare are natural ones of gemstone quality, which are almost always iridescent and/or nacreous. Centuries ago, a pearl necklace would belong most likely to someone of royal descent.

The rarity of gemstone quality pearls makes them ridiculously expensive when compared to the cultured ones. The difference between natural and cultured pearls is seen when carrying out an X-ray examination. Cultured pearls, when compared in X-rays with a natural pearl, reveal that the nucleus of the pearl is “pre-formed” or planted inside it to make it look like a natural pearl to the naked eye. The natural also has concentric growth rings while the cultured pearl has a purely solid center.

Pearl necklaces are especially popular today, but a great deal of them are harvested pearls. The value of a natural pearl can be determined in the same way you would determine the value of another precious gem — quality of surface, shape, size, luster and orient. There is a very small number of stranded, matching pearl necklaces that exist. The largest provider of “fake” pearls at the moment is china, closely followed by Japan, although the entirety of this industry has had to mostly cease it’s production due to pollution.

There are three famous ways a person could wear a pearl necklace: the “collar” way, where the necklace sits right against the throat, the “choker” way, which are at the base of the neck, and the “princess” way, where it is located just below the collarbone. The word “pearl” could be used to describe something very rare, and for a good reason.

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