Pearl
OVERVIEW
ABOUT PEARL
Pearls—both natural and cultured—are among the world's most beloved gemstones. Their beautiful lustre and timeless elegance make them highly sought after and deeply cherished by many. Pearls come in a range of colours, from classic white to iridescent pink, creamy yellow to deep black. These elegant gems have been adorning women and men for centuries, and are sure to be admired for many years to come. For centuries, pearls have been a symbol of wealth and status. Their beauty, rarity, and longevity make them a highly sought after gemstone, making their use in jewellery a sign of refined good taste and luxury. From baroque pearls with uneven shapes to symmetrical round or semi-round gems, pearl jewellery is an excellent way to add both classic style and elegance. From the royal courts around the world to the Hollywood red carpet, pearls have been spotted adorning some of history’s most stylish stars. Whether it’s a pair of pearl earrings or a stunning pearl necklace, wearing these timeless gems undoubtedly make a statement.
MOLLUSK
Is a marine animal with no backbone, which produces natural pearls.
BASRA
In Iraq is considered the best source for natural pearls.
2206 BC
Pearls were used in 2206 BC as per a Chinese historian.
CHINA
Produces overwhelming majority of the world’s cultured pearls.
FACTS
Species: Pearl
Composition: CaCO3
Crystal System: Rhombic Dodecahedron or cubic
Colour: White, pink, silver-, cream-, golden, blue, black
Refractive Index: 1.521.66
Specific Gravity: 2.60 -2.85
Fluorescence: Weak
Dispersion: None
ASTROLOGICAL ADVICE
Pearl is a Vedic gemstone with unique astrological properties that have been recognised for centuries. Vedic astrology associate pearl with Moon and therefore pearls are believed to help wearer find emotional balance, inner peace and mental clarity. Additionally, as favourites of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, pearls are thought to impart greater spiritual understanding and enhance intuition. Pearls are considered auspicious in Vedic astrology due to their ability to promote spiritual transformation and bring nobility in one's life. Wearing a pearl can help an individual ward off diseases, win over enemies and attain success in new projects. GemKart has whole range of organic and natural pearls which can be used to bring positive changes in one's life according to Vedic astrology by empowering the planets related with one's sign.
ASTROLOGICAL BENEFITS TYPES OF PEARLSFACTS
Species: Pearl
Composition: CaCO3
Crystal System: Rhombic Dodecahedron or cubic
Colour: White, pink, silver-, cream-, golden, blue, black
Refractive Index: 1.521.66
Specific Gravity: 2.60 -2.85
Fluorescence: Weak
Dispersion: None
3 REASONS WE LOVE THIS GEM
HIGH IN POPULARITY
Like a diamond, pearl is one of the most widely adorned gemstones in the world.
RARITY
Due to fishing, oil production, and marine pollution, natural pearls have become one of the rarest gems in the world.
MOTHER-OF-PEARL
The nacre-lined shell in the mollusc is considered as the belly which produces pearls.
ASTROLOGICAL ADVICE
Pearl is a Vedic gemstone with unique astrological properties that have been recognised for centuries. Vedic astrology associate pearl with Moon and therefore pearls are believed to help wearer find emotional balance, inner peace and mental clarity. Additionally, as favourites of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, pearls are thought to impart greater spiritual understanding and enhance intuition. Pearls are considered auspicious in Vedic astrology due to their ability to promote spiritual transformation and bring nobility in one's life. Wearing a pearl can help an individual ward off diseases, win over enemies and attain success in new projects. GemKart has whole range of organic and natural pearls which can be used to bring positive changes in one's life according to Vedic astrology by empowering the planets related with one's sign.
ASTROLOGICAL BENEFITS TYPES OF PEARLSTIPS AND ADVICE
Natural pearls are rare to find.
COLOUR
When it comes to pearls, white is the most classic colour.
LUSTRE
Pearls have high lustre, so white pearls with high lustre fetch good price in the market.
ORIGIN
Basra in the Persian Gulf region is the most famous source of natural pearls.
SHAPE
As pearls have amorphous crystal system, they come in many shapes like baroque, round, oval, spherical. Round pearls are rare to find.
FAQ’s
What are the most common pearl varieties?
What is the difference between a natural pearl and a cultured pearl?
How long does it take to form a pearl?
BUYER'S GUIDE
When it comes buying a pearl, various factors are counted.
Colour
Though pearls come in different tons of white, pink, black, yellow, and blue. The classic white colour is considered the most valuable pearl.
Surface Markings
Pearls are semi-translucent to opaque. Due to their natural process of formation, they tend to have some kind of surface markings, and these surface markings are well accepted in the gem trade. If there are fewer surface markings, than the price goes higher and higher.
South Sea Pearl
South Sea Pearls are produced in Australia, Philippines, and Indonesia in the Pinctada maxima oyster and widely accepted as “Sucha Moti’ as a Vedic remedy for Moon.
Origin
Basra in Iraq and Venezuela are the main sources of natural pearls. Due to fishing, and discovery of oil in Persian Gulf, natural production of pearls has reduced drastically in the 20th century. Japan, Australia, Indonesia, Myanmar also produces pearls.
TIPS & ADVICE
1. BUY FROM US AND BE SURE
Shopping for PEARLS can be a bit tricky since there are various factors to consider, such as origin, colour, shape, gemstone size, and its quality. Investing in the highest quality pearl is always advised so that it retain their worth for many years. It is also important to should buy from certified retailers who are trained in accurately assessing and certifying gemstones and can provide paperwork that verifies its authenticity. This will also ensure that buyers will receive exactly what they have been promised which will bring peace of mind. Each Gemkart and Vishhwas gemstones is selected by a gemmologist and enlightened with Vedic mantras. You can buy pearl online at gemkart.com or visit our Vishhwas Gemstones store. We believe in full disclosure by informing the customer about gem treatments and certification.
2.LOOK FOR ORIGIN
Few centuries back, Basra was a city in Iraq which was famous as a pearl trading centre. World’s famous natural pearls come from Basra. They are the most expensive and rare pearls to find. At gemkart, we do have natural and certified Basra Pearls, and you can buy with a peace of mind.
3. WHEN IN DOUBT, GET IN TOUCH WITH US.
We have a team of gemmology experts led by Soli Sethi, who is a certified gemmologist and who has spent his life for gemstones. For any kind of help related to gemstones, you can write to us at care@gemkart.com.
FAQ’s
What are the most common pearl varieties?
What is the difference between a natural pearl and a cultured pearl?
How long does it take to form a pearl?
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