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A natural pearl, also known as a “moti” in some languages, is a rare and valuable gemstone that forms inside the soft tissue of a living mollusk, such as an oyster or clam. It is created when a foreign object, such as a piece of sand or a parasite, enters the mollusk’s body and irritates its soft tissue. In response, the mollusk secretes a substance called n...

Tahitian pearls, also known as black pearls, are a type of pearl that is cultivated primarily around the islands of French Polynesia, especially around Tahiti. Despite the name “black pearls,” they come in a variety of colors, including black, gray, green, and purple, with overtones of blue, pink, and gold. The term “black” is often used to describe the dark...

A natural pearl, also known as a “moti” in some languages, is a rare and valuable gemstone that forms inside the soft tissue of a living mollusk, such as an oyster or clam. It is created when a foreign object, such as a piece of sand or a parasite, enters the mollusk’s body and irritates its soft tissue. In response, the mollusk secretes a substance called n...

Pearls of all kinds have been used for decorative purposes throughout history. The majority of these have been nacreous, yet certain non-nacreous pearls have also been sought by connoisseurs. Pinna (pen) pearls fall into the latter group. The nature of their non-nacreous structure often results in cracking, and because of stability concerns they are very rar...

The term “South Sea” typically refers to pearls that are cultivated in the South Pacific, particularly in the waters around Australia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. South Sea pearls are known for their large size, smooth surfaces, and distinctive luster, making them highly valued in the world of jewelry. A South Sea bracelet would likely be a bracelet ador...

A natural pearl, also known as a “moti” in some languages, is a rare and valuable gemstone that forms inside the soft tissue of a living mollusk, such as an oyster or clam. It is created when a foreign object, such as a piece of sand or a parasite, enters the mollusk’s body and irritates its soft tissue. In response, the mollusk secretes a substance called n...

Clam pearls, often referred to as “quahog pearls,” are rare and naturally occurring pearls that can be found in certain types of clams, particularly in quahog clams (Mercenaria mercenaria). Quahog clams are bivalve mollusks that inhabit the Atlantic Ocean, primarily along the eastern coast of North America. These pearls are not to be confused with traditiona...