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It seems to get harder and harder to give a gift to an important woman in your life and make her truly surprised. Flowers are almost always expected, electronics are too easy, and gift cards are just too impersonal. Jewelry tends to be a gift you can rely on and still be the most surprising. But what type of jewelry will she like?

Pearl jewelry is a classic staple in every woman’s wardrobe. With new designs and modern updates to jewelry design, pearl jewelry is making a huge comeback in mainstream fashion. Today, one can find simple white pearls, beautifully multi-colored pearls, golden pearls and even black pearls. Whether it’s a birthday, graduation, anniversary, or just because, pearls have truly become suitable for any age and occasion.

Pearl jewelry gift ideas for women will vary depending on her tastes and personality. So when selecting your pearl jewelry, bear in mind her personality and traits. This can help you narrow down your options for gift ideas. For women it’s about style, simplicity, staying power, and the personal aspect of the gift.  Ask yourself, how does it relate to her style?

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Pearl is a gemstone. Most of the women like pearl jewelry due to it’s simple and classic look. Today, pearls are much more widely available due to the practice of cultivating pearls.  There are different types of pearl jewelry present in the market like Freshwater Pearl Necklace, Freshwater Pearl Bracelet, Freshwater Pearl Earrings, Pearl Choker etc. Its fact that jewelry is the most important part for any women who looks like beauty full but before buying any types of jewelry you should concuss about your buying product.

Pearl jewelry comes in a plethora of natural tones and colors, including white, creme and rose. Silver and black-colored pearls are already found but it is very rare and that’s why it is costly too. These types of rare pearls are found only in waters of the South Seas. In diameter most of the pearls usually in between 4 to 8.5 mm.

Pearls are basically divided into four grades: A, AA, AAA, and AAA+ quality. AAA and AAA+ quality are the highest quality and it this range only few pearls are found and due to it’s rare in nature they are very much costly as compare too another pearls.

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Caring for your pearl jewelry is a vital part in the prolonged longevity and beauty you can achieve with your pearls. Pearls in general are more delicate than other types of jewels, and therefore require a bit more attention and care. Following a few simple steps and avoiding contact with certain substances can ensure your pearls stay beautiful for a long time.

When it comes to your pearl jewelry, it is best to follow this simple rule: “Last thing on, First thing off.” Wearing your pearls while you are getting ready in the morning increases it’s exposure to harmful chemicals that can cause damage. These chemicals can come from simple objects like hairspray, perfume, and even your makeup which can cause your pearls to become dull and dirty. Similarly at night, your pearls should be the first thing you take off. Your pearls can have a similar reaction to the types of cleansers, toners, and lotions you use as well as makeup removal solutions.

Also, if you are going to follow the great June Cleaver and do housework in your pearls, think again. Simple household detergents and cleaning products can contain chlorine and ammonia which can have an adverse reaction on your pearls. Any gardening and swimming with pearls on should also be avoided. It’s best to save them for the office or going out.

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Akoya pearl jewelry is one of the most popular types of pearl jewelry available. Often times when you are looking at a set of jewelry, it has been strung together with Akoya pearls. While identifying the specific type of pearl to the untrained eye can be difficult, you can use the following principals to help you understand better the characteristics of what makes Akoya pearl jewelry so different.

The Origin of Akoya Pearl Jewelry
Akoya pearls are generally harvested in Japan and China. Like many pearls they are cultured on farms and individually hand picked. Of course, only the top pearls make it to the final jewelry piece. You can ask your jeweler the origins of the pearls and they should be more than happy to give you a back story.

The Size of Akoya Pearls
Akoya pearls can vary in size. On average, they measure from 6 to 7 mm. However, they can be as tiny as 2mm or as large as 10 mm. Unlike other types of pearls, Akoya pearls have the ability to be so small because they come from the Read the rest of this entry »

Freshwater pearl jewelry is probably the most common type of pearl jewelry sold. People are most familiar with these types and you are most likely to see these sold in normal department stores as well as high end jewelry stores. To see if you are looking at a set of Freshwater pearl jewelry, keep the following four factors in mind.

The Origin of Freshwater Pearl Jewelry

Today, the majority of freshwater pearls are mass produced through pearl farms located in China. Unlike other types of pearls, freshwater pearls derive from mussels which live in freshwater lakes and rivers. Other types of pearls come from mussels which live in sea/salt water. Freshwater pearl jewelry is probably the most accessible type of pearl jewelry available and maybe the most affordable. Large pearl farms located about 300 miles outside of Shanghai have been producing large quantities of freshwater pearls for decades. However, in recent years, the emphasis of quantity has been switched to the emphasis of quality. This means that only the highest quality shapes, nacre’s, and sizes are selected to create the final pieces of freshwater pearl jewelry sent around the world.

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