Faux Pearl Earrings
Learn how imitation (faux) pearls are made, simple home checks (visual inspection, tooth test), why vinegar testing can be risky, and when to get professional verification.
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Mabe Pearl Earrings
Mabe (blister) pearls are domed cultured pearls grown on the inner shell surface and widely used in earrings and pendants. This article explains how they're made, graded and cared for, and what to ask about production practices.
Black Pearls
Cultured techniques transformed black pearls from rare natural oddities into widely available gems. Today both saltwater Tahitian-style pearls and China's freshwater pearls supply a broad market - buyers should note origin, nucleation method, and treatments when judging value.
Pearl Earrings
Choose pearl earrings by prioritizing luster, surface quality, shape, color, and size. Understand the main pearl types - Akoya, Tahitian, South Sea, and freshwater - and care for pearls to keep their glow.