Tuesday 23 October 2012

Understanding different qualities of pearls before making a purchase of pearl jewelry sets

Pearls have always been known as a symbol of purity, elegance and beauty and are considered to be the most preferable choice among many women. However, a few centuries back, pearls were so expensive that they could be flaunted just by royal ladies by using their power for money. Subsequently when compared with this phase of time, the price discrepancy is just astonishing. It has become quite easier for many women to make a purchase of pearl jewelry and treat themselves elegantly with a strand of freshwater pearls and that too in different colors and shapes. In fact many fashion clothing are accompanied by rich strands of faux pearl jewelry, giving them a classic and extraordinary look at a very low price.

Most women prefer to purchase real pearls for them despite of the fact that they are quite expensive when compared to fake pearls. In order to distinguish real pearl sets from fake, you can just check that fake jewelry sets are much shinier than real pearls and also less subtle. Also the feel to the skin of fake pearls are entirely different from real pearls. You will miss the natural warmth and tenderness of a real pearl if you are planning to make a purchase of artificial pearl jewelry. However, since many teenagers with less financial means are open to alternatives, they tend to purchase fake pearl sets      that can help them in getting a somewhat similar look that they would possess with real pearls.

There is a consequent difference between faux and fake pearl jewelry sets. The nuance is that fake pearls are usually made of plastic beads that are coated with a shiny paint. In addition, these pearls have quite a slippery surface which is marble like and usually much lighter. On the other hand, faux pearls are actually made with ‘whipped up’ oyster shell power with chemicals. These pearls hold a mid-position between real and fake in terms of quality of pearls and are similarly made of same material as real pearls. The only point that distinguishes them from real pearls is that they are not grown out naturally from the oysters. Faux pearls are more expensive than fake pearls but also a popular alternative to real pearls.

Learning about the qualities of different pearls can help you make a better decision in choosing a pearl jewelry for yourself. This also helps you to distinguish between the different kinds of pearls and pay the right amount for a right purchase.


Wednesday 21 March 2012

Some Tips To Buy Authentic Pearl Jewellery


Pearl is a kind of gem which can boast itself to be the only one made by living organisms. It is available in a mesmerizing assortment of varying sizes, colours, origin and shapes which adds to the already captivating charisma of the pearls. Pearl jewellery has been favoured by women of all ages since long due to their captivating and attractive appeal which can suit the requirements of all ages. However, the popularity of pearl jewellery has registered a shocking rise in the present times as the people prefer more simple yet sophisticated appeal of the pearls that too at a very reasonable price.
Pearl jewelry has been considered as the symbol of virtue, pureness and humility. At another level pearls are also considered as the emblem of satisfactory married life, love and romance. Pearls are one of the most feminine gems and pearl necklaces can prove to be one of the best gifts to a woman. The norm in the present times is to buy jewellery which is made of cultured pearls. There are two kinds of cultured pearls which include: saltwater pearls and freshwater pearls. The freshwater pearls are more in demand in the present date as they are affordable than the saltwater pearls although they add an elegant and classy look to the neck of the wearer.
Freshwater pearl necklaces have a shine that adds an extra touch of luxury that can dress up the neck of any one who wears the necklace. These necklaces are also more easily available in the market which adds to their popularity. These necklaces though look simple and common have the ability to bring out the beauty of anyone’s neck and collarbone who is wearing the necklace. The freshwater pearl necklaces are available in both single and double strand. The freshwater pearls are also available in a number of sizes and colours to suit the requirements of women of all ages.
In the past pearl jewellery was more preferred by women in their fifties and later than that, to make an understated fashion statement. However, in the present situation when pearl jewellery is available in a variety of sizes and colours they have come to attract the attention of women of all ages with their elegant styles.
Though there are so many advantages of pearl jewellery one should be very careful while making an investment on pearl jewellery as this does not come for cheap and one has to pay a good amount to acquire a good set of pearl jewellery. Therefore, the choice should be made with a few things in mind like:
·         Brilliance
·         Colour
·         Blemishes
·         Shape and size


Friday 2 March 2012

Accentuate your Beauty with Pearl Sets


Since time immemorial, a pearl has always symbolized flawless perfection. It's an ancient gem which for centuries is believed to be the most valued. Human beings have always been enthralled by pearls and adorned them on their body to get that amazing look.
Iridescent nacre, also known as the Mother of pearl is a mixture of minerals stowed from oysters as well as other mollusks. They were then covered and protected from vermin and foreign matters in order to retain their value. 
A cultured pearl looks very beautiful. It is formed in a pearl farm, under human intervention. A small nucleus is entrenched in the oyster's tissue and these mother oysters are then paid great attention so as to get those perfect pearls. One can get two kinds of cultured pearls:
·       Saltwater cultured pearls. They are a little expensive as they are very rare. They occur from the Akoya pearl oyster. 
·       Freshwater cultured pearls. They approach from a clean water mussel as well as are less costly. Most pearls sold today are the freshwater cultured pearls. 
The price of pearls sets is set by looking at its size, colour, lustre, dimension, surface area and evenness. However, among all these, lustre is thought to be the most vital differentiator of pearls sets according to jewellers. 
Sets of pearls can definitely be a magical gift to any woman anywhere in the world. Their stylish look makes them a great gift that can be presented to one’s wife, sister or mother. Black pearls are entirely unique as they look a little business like owing to their less flashy look. They are modest as well as totally fashionable; making a great piece to show off. Other jewels like rare metals which are quite costly, go very well with pearls and accentuate a woman’s beauty like anything.
A reason why pearls are so appealing is that they are created from treasure oysters. A pearl nugget starts its life every time a sand particle gets stuck inside an oyster and it stays there till it becomes a treasure. Thus, the roundness of the pearl is totally dependent on fortune as a result of which a completely round gem is rather rare as well as significant. The lustre and sheen is what separates a pearl set from another. It is one of the priciest and valued gems in the world and its intense lustre and beauty makes it bizarrely sought after.