Pearls have always been expensive, so much so that the 20th century saw the emergence of the cultured pearl.
Oyster with PearlsSOURCE OF PEARLS
Pearls are now preferred to diamonds - for a long time, then, they were thought of as a badge of respectability, almost of authority rather than the exotic and fascinating jewels that they are. Pearls are formed as a result of layer upon layer of a substance known as nacre, secreted by the oyster.
Literally hundreds of oysters have to be opened before one is found with a pearl. Nor can you cut it neither shape it as you can with other gems. They improve with wear, picking up faint traces of oil from your skin - so rub them with soft chamois leather rather than washing them.
Most tiger's-eye used as a gemstone is brown in color. A similar material with a gray-blue color is known as "hawk's-eye." Red, blue, and green tiger's-eye are often sold as finished stones.
Tiger Eye StringsALL ABOUT TIGER EYE
Tiger's-eye, also called "tiger eye" and "tigers eye," is a very popular gemstone that displays a chatoyancy (cat's-eye) when a polished stone is moved back and forth in incident light. It is a quartz gemstone, usually amber to brown in color, which forms when fibers of the mineral crocidolite are replaced by silica.
Tiger's-eye cabochons are very popular ring stones. They are one of the most common stones used in men's rings and cufflinks. It is also frequently cut into beads for use in necklaces and earrings. Tiger's-eye cabochons are used in pins, earrings, pendants, and many other jewelry items. Stones with a light honey color are especially popular.
Most tiger's-eye used as a gemstone is brown in color. A similar material with a gray-blue color is known as "hawk's-eye." Red, blue, and green tiger's-eye are often sold as finished stones.
Loose Tiger EyeALL ABOUT TIGER EYE
Tiger's-eye, also called "tiger eye" and "tigers eye," is a very popular gemstone that displays a chatoyancy (cat's-eye) when a polished stone is moved back and forth in incident light. It is a quartz gemstone, usually amber to brown in color, which forms when fibers of the mineral crocidolite are replaced by silica.
Tiger's-eye cabochons are very popular ring stones. They are one of the most common stones used in men's rings and cufflinks. It is also frequently cut into beads for use in necklaces and earrings. Tiger's-eye cabochons are used in pins, earrings, pendants, and many other jewelry items. Stones with a light honey color are especially popular.
Most tiger's-eye used as a gemstone is brown in color. A similar material with a gray-blue color is known as "hawk's-eye." Red, blue, and green tiger's-eye are often sold as finished stones.
Antique Engraved Tiger Eye PendantALL ABOUT TIGER EYE
Tigers Eye Stone is a crystal with lovely bands of yellow-golden color through it. This is a powerful stone that helps you to release fear and anxiety and aids harmony and balance. It stimulates taking action, and helps you to make decisions with discernment and understanding, and unclouded by your emotions.
Oyster with Pearls Tiger Eye Strings Loose Tiger Eye Tiger Eye Pendant
Pearls can ooze sophistication.
Princess Diana's Pearl ChokerFAMOUS PEARLS
Who can forget princess Diana's multi-strand pearl choker, with huge sapphire clasp worn on a black dress, or Audrey Hepburn as holly go lightly and her ensemble of streaky blonde hair, dark glasses and pearl earrings? Women like Sarah Jessica parker prize them, as do Mariah Carey, Rita Ora and Rihanna.
Pearls can ooze sophistication.
Mariah Carey's Pearl EarringsFAMOUS PEARLS
Who can forget princess Diana's multi-strand pearl choker, with huge sapphire clasp worn on a black dress, or Audrey Hepburn as holly go lightly and her ensemble of streaky blonde hair, dark glasses and pearl earrings? Women like Sarah Jessica parker prize them, as do Mariah Carey, Rita Ora and Rihanna.
Pearls can ooze sophistication.
Audrey Hepburn Pearl NecklaceFAMOUS PEARLS
Who can forget princess Diana's multi-strand pearl choker, with huge sapphire clasp worn on a black dress, or Audrey Hepburn as holly go lightly and her ensemble of streaky blonde hair, dark glasses and pearl earrings? Women like Sarah Jessica parker prize them, as do Mariah Carey, Rita Ora and Rihanna.
Pearls can ooze sophistication.
Rihanna's Pearl BraceletFAMOUS PEARLS
Who can forget princess Diana's multi-strand pearl choker, with huge sapphire clasp worn on a black dress, or Audrey Hepburn as holly go lightly and her ensemble of streaky blonde hair, dark glasses and pearl earrings? Women like Sarah Jessica parker prize them, as do Mariah Carey, Rita Ora and Rihanna.
Pearl Choker Pearl Earrings Multistrand Necklace Pearl Bracelet