Interesting Facts about Cultured Pearls

 

Pearls in their cultured forms are at the same time intensely beautiful and mystic. Jewelry made of such pearls evokes a sense of fulfillment in the soul of the wearer. The trend of wearing a pearl necklace or a pair of pearl earrings has become stronger in recent times. It would be pretty engaging to learn about some of the interesting facts about such pearls.

Mussel bead inside an oyster

Authentic cultured pearls are crafted when mussel beads are impeccably inserted into oysters, and such pearls make the ornaments of Timeless Pearl. The reaction of the chemicals in the oysters against the irritants results in the formations of the precious jewels. Multiple layers of nacre coatings on the beads produce pearls. This is how pearls are cultured across the world.

Color of a pearl and oyster’s interior

Another interesting fact is that the hues of cultured pearls are determined by the shades that the respective oysters have in their interiors. If the interior is pink, then the pearl obtains a pink hue. If the interior of the oyster is bluish, then the pearl obtains the same color. This is truly a magical touch of Mother Nature.

Pearls have healing powers

Every one of you searches for secret energy and a resource that would bring peace to your soul. You want to get rid of stress and all kinds of mental tension. You want to be calm. Pearls are said to have tremendous healing powers that produce serenity in your soul.  Beautiful, soothing energy is produced in an abstract form inside you, bringing you a fortune, wellness, and happiness.

The Largest producer in the world – China

China is the largest producing country of cultured forms of pearls. It is followed by Australia and Japan. The pearls are used for both domestic usage and export purposes. Pearls provide huge revenues to the country. Moreover, the pearl industry employs thousands of people.

Pearl powder

Nowadays, the sale of pearl powder in the market for the elites is on the rise. The powder is, as you have already guessed, made of minutely fragmented, rather crushed pearls. Experts opine that it heals various minor ailments of the skin. Also, with regular usage, your skin gets an impressive glow and a smooth texture. It is touted as an anti-inflammatory product. Also, many people use it as an effective and soothing relaxant.

Round-shaped pearls are the most valuable

Pearls are available in various shapes. Some of them are oval; some are pear-shaped while there are pearls that are spherical. The round-shaped pearls have conventionally the highest value in the market. People seek ornaments made of round-shaped pearls the most.

Four major categories

Pears which are cultured are of 4 major categories. The first type includes the Akoya pearls. The second variety encompasses Freshwater pearls. The third type includes Tahitian pearls. The South Sea pearls are the fourth category.

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