Before we can started, firstly the Pearl symbolizes wisdom gained through experience and gives the wearer a sense of inner confidence & serenity. “Pearls of Wisdom” as they say.
A natural Pearl begins inside an oysters shell when an “intruder such as a grain of sand, piece of food etc and this “intruder” slips in between the shells. In order for the oyster to protect itself from the “intruder”, the oyster will start to cover the irritant with Nacre, layer upon layer, upon layer. Nacre also known as the Mother of Pearl is secreted by cells of the mantle tissue of molluscs. Cultured pearls are formed the same way, the only difference is that instead of accidentally there being an“intruder”, a Pearl Farmer embeds a grain of sand into the mollusk.
Some Types of Pearls:
Akoya Pearls: Grow naturally white in colour. For over 100 years Akoya Pearls have grown off the coast of Japan. These are the classic Pearls that you typically see on a magazine cover, they are usually Akoya Pearls. Range in size: 4mm to 10mm.
Freshwater Pearls: These pearls are known to be white and also come in a variety of pastel colours. Also the shapes range from naturally round to baroque. Range in size: 5mm to 12mm, some as large as 20mm.
Tahitian Pearls: Grown in French Polynesia, these are the only naturally dark Pearls. These Pearls come in a range of dark exotic colours and can be referred to as Black Pearls. Range in size: 8mm to 15mm.
Golden Pearls: South Sea Pearls which are the largest saltwater Pearls grown today, the range in colour is from white to gold. Grown in Australia, Philippines, Indonesia. Range in size from 8mm to 18mm
Few tips to take care of your Pearls!
“Last thing you put on, First thing you take off”….store your pearls in a soft cloth or satin bag…remember, lotions, potions, perfumes etc will harm the nacre of your Pearls….remember nacre? The nacre is the layer upon layer the oyster used to form your Pearls! See your Jeweller for complete Pearl care.
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