First documented by Chinese historians in 2206 BC, pearls are the only gemstone to come from a living creature, and because of this, no two pearls are alike. They also come in an array of lovely colors including white, cream, pink, brown and even black. Their shape and hue depends on the type of mollusc that created them and the water in which they lived.
Pearls need special care when used in jewelry pieces which can come in contact with lotions, soap and other harsh detergents or chemicals. Pearls are delicate enough to be harmed even by chemicals present in our cosmetics. One interesting fact about pearls is that they contain about 3-5% water as a part of their natural composition and should not be exposed to any desiccants. You may also need to get it checked periodically by your jeweler, lest it loses too much water and becomes loose in its setting.
American actress Grace Kelly famously made the statement ‘the pearl is the queen of gems and the gem of queens’. Are you ready to feel like a queen too?
Loose Pearls
Birthstone: June
Wedding anniversary: 3rd & 30th
Mohs hardness: 2.5 / 10
You will also like: opal and moonstone
Looks great set in: white gold / platinum / sterling silver
