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Understanding and Enjoying Cultured Pearls

A Glossary of Professional Terms

Cultured pearls are a joy to own and wear. Beautiful and versatile, they go as well with a simple black dress as they do with jeans and a blazer. Whether you are planning to purchase a strand of pearls as a gift or as an important piece of jewelry for yourself, it is a good idea to understand how cultured (and natural) pearls are evaluated. Click here for a glossary of terms the professionals use to determine pearl’s value.

Caring for Your Cultured Pearls

Here are five tips to prolong the beauty and life of your pearls.

Popular Pearl Choices & Building a Pearl Wardrobe

It is better to wear your pearls often than it is to store them in a dry place like a safety deposit box where they can lose their luster. So don’t lock them away. Wear your pearls and enjoy them! Just bring them in periodically for restringing.

Check out a description of the most popular pearl styles and how to build you own pearl wardrobe!

Pearl Particulars

How about a quick quiz for pearl lovers?
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