For years pearls have been considered a basic “must have” in every girl’s jewelry wardrobe. But there was a time, before culturing made pearls available to the masses, that natural pearls were rare and only the wealthiest could afford them. They were a prized treasure in the jewel chests of queens, kings and noble aristocrats.

At one time they were even consider more valuable than diamonds. You probably can’t find a portrait of Queen Elizabeth I where she is not virtually dripping in pearls … in her hair, around her neck and sewn into her gowns. Elizabeth’s display of opulent pearls demonstrated her station in life; her power, wealth and her nobility. In 1893 Kokichi Mikimoto developed the culturing of pearls and subsequently changed the pearl market forever. Though not considered as rare as they once were, pearls are still a wonder of nature and a symbol of purity, elegance, beauty and sophistication.

Today’s designers are using all varieties of pearls to create sensational jewelry that makes everyone feel like royalty, but won’t cost a king’s ransom! Because you deserve to feel like a queen, check out a few terms and definitions that are essential to understanding the wonderful world of pearls and finding the perfect pearls for you.

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