Pearls that were once the domain of rich, famous and affluent have now become available to all. Pearl has always been the most sought after gems because of its natural beauty and brilliant lustrous appeal.
Pearls were also treasured as a unique symbol of showing great opulence. British Royalties had exquisite amount of collections of rare beautiful pearls all the time. They were limited to be worn by worriers and rulers. Many European countries passed laws forbidding the wearing of pearls by others outside of the nobility. In Roman Empire pearls were considered ultimate symbol of wealth and prosperity.
It was only the wealthy people who enjoyed the privilege of possessing and wearing the precious pearl jewelry. During ancient times, pearls were considered signs of love, health and prosperity. Many believed that they are tears from the Heaven or Goddess that nurtures in oyster's womb.
Pearl hunting was done by few sea-divers extracting them by opening the oysters from sea floor or riverbeds but that was dangerous and risky. Because of unpredictable nature of oyster growth, the pearls found were varying in quality and limited supply. Kokichi Mikimoto of Japan who perfected and patented his bead nucleating process in early 20th Century which revolutionized the entire pearl cultivation.
Now millions of these cultured pearls are produced in Japan, China, Australia and other Far Eastern Asian regions of the world. You will find pearl farming in Central America seawater as well as in Mississippi River area.
The most commonly used and internationally recognized grading system by the pearl jewelry industry in general is A to AAA to determine the true pearl value. Strict adherence is often difficult when matching in a pearl strand. But this alphanumeric ranking alone does not have much of significance to a customer and often puzzling.
Lustrous quality, color, size and pearl type are the key factors when it comes to pricing.
By Kheri Chawla
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Friday, November 14, 2008
Quality Pearls and Pearl Jewelry
The holiday season is just around the corner and it is a wonderful season for receiving all kinds of gifts. For some, buying jewelry may sound a bit expensive - especially diamonds - but pearl jewelry is much more affordable now.
When it comes to buying gifts for your charming ladylove, the best favor you can offer her is to send her pearl jewelry. Dazzle your charming lady with one of the most lustrous pearls - a pearl necklace or any other pearl jewelry type. We all know women love jewelry and she will be more than happy to receive this wonderful gift coming from a person who loves and cares her most.
Pearl necklaces designed with most beautiful pearls are very attractive and look gorgeous on necklines. They are true natural gems and one of the best gifts from nature. They are formed inside the pearls oyster and it takes about two to three years to get the nice quality like gem pieces. Most jewelers will give you appraisal reports with the type of pearls, size and its quality. So you will know what you are getting for your money.
The best part of buying pearl jewelry is that it doesn't cost as much as diamonds, yet they always have been classic and never go out of fashion. They are must have items for any women's jewelry collection. Since these true natural shining gems are synonymous with white colors but they can be color-enhanced in pink, peach, golden, lavender or black. Buy the color and type you like most, as all cultured pearls are truly great investment.
By Kheri Chawla
When it comes to buying gifts for your charming ladylove, the best favor you can offer her is to send her pearl jewelry. Dazzle your charming lady with one of the most lustrous pearls - a pearl necklace or any other pearl jewelry type. We all know women love jewelry and she will be more than happy to receive this wonderful gift coming from a person who loves and cares her most.
Pearl necklaces designed with most beautiful pearls are very attractive and look gorgeous on necklines. They are true natural gems and one of the best gifts from nature. They are formed inside the pearls oyster and it takes about two to three years to get the nice quality like gem pieces. Most jewelers will give you appraisal reports with the type of pearls, size and its quality. So you will know what you are getting for your money.
The best part of buying pearl jewelry is that it doesn't cost as much as diamonds, yet they always have been classic and never go out of fashion. They are must have items for any women's jewelry collection. Since these true natural shining gems are synonymous with white colors but they can be color-enhanced in pink, peach, golden, lavender or black. Buy the color and type you like most, as all cultured pearls are truly great investment.
By Kheri Chawla
Sunday, November 09, 2008
Freshwater Or Saltwater Pearls
Everyone has questioned it at least once. What is the difference between the freshwater and saltwater pearls in my jewelry? Besides the obvious difference of where they are grown; either in freshwater streams or saltwater oceans, there is the difference in the pearls themselves, which actually, is very little. The main difference can be found in the production of man-made pearls.
In all pearls that are man-made, the pearls are produced by inserting a small particle into the oyster's body itself. In a saltwater pearl, the small particle that is inserted into the oyster is usually a very small piece of mother-of-pearl shell. It is implanted into the oyster along with a small piece of mantle tissue, or connective tissue, from another oyster. The saltwater oyster will only produce one pearl, but not without both elements; the mantle and shell portion, being inserted.
For a freshwater pearl, there is no need to insert the small piece of mother-of-pearl shell. All that the freshwater pearl needs to be produced, is a small piece of mantle from another oyster. Then, the freshwater oyster starts to put layer after layer of nacre over it to produce a pearl.
The great thing about freshwater oysters or mullusks, is that multiple pieces of mantle can be placed inside an oyster to form multiple pearls! This is primarily the reason why freshwater pearls are lower in price than saltwater pearls.
Either way, they both look great worn as a bracelet, necklace, or earrings!
By Hollie Souza
In all pearls that are man-made, the pearls are produced by inserting a small particle into the oyster's body itself. In a saltwater pearl, the small particle that is inserted into the oyster is usually a very small piece of mother-of-pearl shell. It is implanted into the oyster along with a small piece of mantle tissue, or connective tissue, from another oyster. The saltwater oyster will only produce one pearl, but not without both elements; the mantle and shell portion, being inserted.
For a freshwater pearl, there is no need to insert the small piece of mother-of-pearl shell. All that the freshwater pearl needs to be produced, is a small piece of mantle from another oyster. Then, the freshwater oyster starts to put layer after layer of nacre over it to produce a pearl.
The great thing about freshwater oysters or mullusks, is that multiple pieces of mantle can be placed inside an oyster to form multiple pearls! This is primarily the reason why freshwater pearls are lower in price than saltwater pearls.
Either way, they both look great worn as a bracelet, necklace, or earrings!
By Hollie Souza
Tuesday, November 04, 2008
Amethyst Beads Jewelry
One of the most commonly used beads in beaded jewelry - are Amethyst beads. Amethyst beads are most famous semi precious beads, quite the size of stones, and hence the name. It's often used in jewelry making and makes good garnishing with bigger bead pendants or as trappings with bigger semi precious beads. When use this beads, gives a feeling of completeness when they act as concomitant to other kind of gemstone beads in a necklace, bracelet or any kind of beaded jewelry and ornament.
In jewelry or ornaments making the amethyst beads plays a big roll for give a different look of jewelry. The amethyst beads are a unique and beautiful option for use in all manner of beaded jewelry. Amethyst beads come in nearly every shade from green, blue and purple, and make a fine selection for decorating any piece of bead jewelry where you wish a stick with a traditional bead stone, yet want something a little bit different and special.
Amethyst beads also remember as birthstone of February. Once considered more valid than of diamonds, this member of the quartz member occurs naturally like crystals within rocks. The Amethyst stones are origin from mined of Brazil, Uruguay, Sri Lanka, Madagascar, Zambia, and Australia and in the mountains of Russia.
When we speak about the jewels, we simply let us not can discount the beaded jewels. Amethyst beads can be used both for jewelry and also otherwise. Amethyst beads convert beaded jewelry more brilliant and cool, whereas they play an integral part in other kinds of jewels. They are primarily used in our daily jewels while they can differ many hanging in various kinds from exclusive jewelry.
By Sunny Methwani
In jewelry or ornaments making the amethyst beads plays a big roll for give a different look of jewelry. The amethyst beads are a unique and beautiful option for use in all manner of beaded jewelry. Amethyst beads come in nearly every shade from green, blue and purple, and make a fine selection for decorating any piece of bead jewelry where you wish a stick with a traditional bead stone, yet want something a little bit different and special.
Amethyst beads also remember as birthstone of February. Once considered more valid than of diamonds, this member of the quartz member occurs naturally like crystals within rocks. The Amethyst stones are origin from mined of Brazil, Uruguay, Sri Lanka, Madagascar, Zambia, and Australia and in the mountains of Russia.
When we speak about the jewels, we simply let us not can discount the beaded jewels. Amethyst beads can be used both for jewelry and also otherwise. Amethyst beads convert beaded jewelry more brilliant and cool, whereas they play an integral part in other kinds of jewels. They are primarily used in our daily jewels while they can differ many hanging in various kinds from exclusive jewelry.
By Sunny Methwani
Saturday, November 01, 2008
Pearl Necklace - Gift of Nature
The most beautiful gift ever given to the human kind by nature is its own creativity - The Pearl.
This magnificent creation of nature is unique in itself. Forever fashionable, it is the only gem created by a living creature and the oldest known to man. Most feminine of all jewelery, pearls when merged together forms an eye catching pearl necklace. A pearl necklace when worn by a women makes her look like an enchantress.
From the courts of ancient emperors, to the royalty and celebrities of today, pearls have been adored as a sign of wealth and exquisite taste. This queen of gems when worn gives a graceful look to the person and makes the person look classy. Gifting a pearl necklace to your loved one shows your class and sophistication engraved in you. The most sophisticated form of all jewelery, pearl necklaces holds a place among high class people, generally worn by royal class and the celebrities.
But it is not a rule of law that only a high status person can wear a pearl necklace. With a wide selection of pearls it all depends on the persons choice. It is up to the person who wants to have a feel of this beautiful creation of the nature, that which kind of pearl does he want to wear.
Pearl Necklaces, popular all over the globe comes in a number of lengths and colors. And it also varies from place to place. One has a wide range of pearl necklaces to choose from like Choker pearl necklace, Standard pearl necklace, Princess necklace, Matinee necklace, Opera necklace, Long pearl necklace, Rope pearl necklace.
Hence, existing for thousands of years, this beautiful gem still leads in almost all the royal houses of the world. Because it is the only natures creativity which signifies class and sophistication.
By Sascha E Ghods
This magnificent creation of nature is unique in itself. Forever fashionable, it is the only gem created by a living creature and the oldest known to man. Most feminine of all jewelery, pearls when merged together forms an eye catching pearl necklace. A pearl necklace when worn by a women makes her look like an enchantress.
From the courts of ancient emperors, to the royalty and celebrities of today, pearls have been adored as a sign of wealth and exquisite taste. This queen of gems when worn gives a graceful look to the person and makes the person look classy. Gifting a pearl necklace to your loved one shows your class and sophistication engraved in you. The most sophisticated form of all jewelery, pearl necklaces holds a place among high class people, generally worn by royal class and the celebrities.
But it is not a rule of law that only a high status person can wear a pearl necklace. With a wide selection of pearls it all depends on the persons choice. It is up to the person who wants to have a feel of this beautiful creation of the nature, that which kind of pearl does he want to wear.
Pearl Necklaces, popular all over the globe comes in a number of lengths and colors. And it also varies from place to place. One has a wide range of pearl necklaces to choose from like Choker pearl necklace, Standard pearl necklace, Princess necklace, Matinee necklace, Opera necklace, Long pearl necklace, Rope pearl necklace.
Hence, existing for thousands of years, this beautiful gem still leads in almost all the royal houses of the world. Because it is the only natures creativity which signifies class and sophistication.
By Sascha E Ghods
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