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About Pearls

Pearls in Recent Times

Posted on Apr 18, 2012 in About Pearls

The Great Depression of the 1930s effectively slashed the value of the natural pearl but many recognise that this time was coming. The introduction and advancement of the cultured pearl industry hit the natural pearl industry hard.… read more

Diving for Pearls

Posted on Apr 17, 2012 in About Pearls

Before the dawn of the 20th century, diving was the most common way of harvesting pearls. Divers manually pulled oysters from ocean floors and river bottoms and checked them individually for pearls. Natural pearls were found… read more

Pearls & Fame

Posted on Apr 13, 2012 in About Pearls

One of the most well known pieces of pearl jewellery belonged to Henry VIII’s second wife, Anne Boleyn.  Whilst her reign may have been brief (1533 – 1536), Anne was a stylish lady who was… read more

Religion and pearls

Pearls & Religion

Posted on Apr 12, 2012 in About Pearls

Pearls & Religion As conquests were made around the world, pearls were introduced to new areas. They were referenced in religious writings and are associated with high value and reverence in early Christian writings.… read more

History of Pearls

Posted on Apr 11, 2012 in About Pearls

Pearls, throughout history, have been regarded as prized gems of beauty and rarity. They have been sought after for as long as 4,000 years and are unlike any other precious gemstones as they need no… read more

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