Cultured Pearls
Pearls are recognized in the jewelry industry as gemstones. Incredibly, they are the only type of gemstones to develop from an actual living life form. Pearls consist of approximately 85% of mineral calcium carbonate aka nacre. The other 12% is made of organic material and the remaining 3% is just simply water.
Today, natural pearls are so rare and difficult to find. Most pearls used in the industry are not nature made but cultured. That means it is man with human intervention. To make a cultured pearl, a tiny irritant is set in into the oyster. Over a period of time, the oyster coats the irritant in many layers of organic minerals and proteins. These layers are known as “nacre”. It is the material which gives a pearl their beautiful shine and luster,
Nacre chemical compound consist of a combination of crystalline and other naturally organic substances. Layer of nacre accumulated and surrounds the irritant, eventually forming what we see as a pearl.
The main difference between natural pearls and cultured pearls is the 1st is formed by chance while the latter is made through human manipulation. Almost all pearls sold today are cultured. Subsequently, natural pearls are more expensive. The only was to authenticate a natural pearl from a cultured pearl is by way of x-rays, which will reveal its inner layers.
What is the major difference between a pearl composed of freshwater and cultured pearls? The simple answer is that freshwater pearls are in fact the same as cultured pearls. Also, most pearl buyers use the phrase “cultured pearls" as an industry trade lingo to describe “Akoya” pearls.
Therefore, it is note worthy to recognize that when you are in the market for your next pearl purchase that freshwater pearls can be also being identified as cultured pearls or vice versa. It is also important to understand that strand freshwater pearls will never have anymore value than a strand of equivalent quality “Akoya pearls”.
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Shimmering SWAROVSKI 4mm) crystals interlinked with white (4.5mm) cultured freshwater pearls (aka Akoya) wrapped around into a looped design; garnished with precious 5 mm precious metal (gold or silver) beads.
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Shimmering Swarovski fuchsia crystals interlinked with peach cultured freshwater pearls (aka Akoya) wrapped around into a ingenious looped design; garnished with precious 5 mm precious metal (The 4mm is available Aurora Borealis
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MSRP: $21.95
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Shimmering Swarovski clear crystals interlinked with peach cultured freshwater pearls (aka Akoya) wrapped around into a ingenious looped design; garnished with precious 5 mm precious metal (The 4mm is alo available in Aurora Borealis crystals.
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MSRP: $20.95
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This ingenious piece features a shimmering (6mm) crystal wrapped around into a loop of interlinking Swarovski Aurora Borealis mini crystals (4mm) and 4-4.5mm Iris Blue cultured freshwater potato pearls to create a flower design.
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MSRP: $20.95
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Shimmering clear (4mm) crystals and white (4.5mm) cultured freshwater pearls (aka Akoya) wrapped around into a looped design; garnished with precious 5 mm precious beads Choose our standard clear Swarovski color crystal or make it your own.
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MSRP: $19.95
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Shimmering fuchsia (4mm) crystals and Mauve (4.5mm) cultured freshwater pearls (aka Akoya) wrapped around into a looped design; garnished with precious 5 mm precious metal beads. Choose our standard fuchsia Swarovski crystal or make it your own.
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Price: From $18.95 to $23.95
A shimmering 9mm x 6 mm clear (pear shape) Swarovski crystal dangle from a cluster of 4.5 mm Freshwater White Pearls and 4mm Swarovski Aurora Borealis crystals cascading from a precious metal stud post. Indulge in your choice of precious metal.
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Price: From $16.95 to $22.95
This ingenious piece features sparkling clear Swarovski Crystal faceted to 4-4.5mm Iris Blue freshwater Pearls interlinked into a flower design. Choose our standard accent crystal (clear) or make it your own design for that ultimate impact.
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Price: From $17.95 to $24.95
A shimmering Swarovski (6mm) crystal faceted to wrap around Swarovski mini crystals (4mm) interlinked with 4-4.5mm white cultured freshwater round pearls to create a flower design. The 4mm is available in clear Swarovski Aurora Borealis crystals.
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Price: From $17.95 to $22.95
A shimmering Swarovski (6mm) crystal faceted to wrap around Swarovski mini crystals (4mm) interlinked with 4-4.5mm white cultured freshwater round pearls to create a flower design. The 4mm is available in clear Swarovski Aurora Borealis crystals.
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Price: From $16.95 to $21.95
This elegant piece features a sparkling round 6mm Swarovski Crystal (your choice of color) linked to two interlinking Iris Blue freshwater Pearls dangle from a precious metal French wire. Indulge in your choice of precious metal.
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MSRP: $18.95
Price: $14.95
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A large sparkling 8mm crystal (your choice of colors) faceted to mini cultured freshwater pearls or mini precious metal beads (Silver or Gold). Select from a variety of Swarovski color crystals to make it your own design for that ultimate impact.
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Price: From $17.95 to $22.95
This substantial piece features a 15mm (pear shape) jet Black Swarovski Crystal linked to two interlinking Iris Blue freshwater Pearls dangle from a precious metal French wire. Indulge in your choice of: Sterling Silver, Silver-Plated, 14 K Gold Fill.
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Price: From $16.95 to $21.95
A shimmering 9mm x 6 mm clear (pear shape) Swarovski crystal linked to two interlinking Freshwater White Pearls dangle from a precious metal French wire. Indulge in your choice of: Sterling Silver, Silver-Plated, 14 K Gold Fill, or Gold-plated.
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A Large 6.5 mm white cultured freshwater round pearls set to a precious metal stud posts. Indulge in your choice of: Sterling Silver, Silver-Plated, 14 K Gold Fill, or Gold-plated. Wear this piece by itself or for a chic sophistication make it a matchi
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Price: From $15.95 to $21.95
This ingenious piece features 4-4.5mm white or mauve cultured freshwater round pearls interlink to create a flower design. Choose mauve with Gold French wire or white with Silver French wire. Also available in Sterling Silver or 14 K Gold French wire.
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Price: From $16.95 to $21.95
Interlinking graduated freshwater mauve rice pearls (4.5mm and 8mm) dangle from a precious metal French wire. Indulge in your choice of: Sterling Silver, Silver-Plated, 14 K Gold Fill, or Gold-plated.
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Price: From $18.95 to $22.95
Mini Cultured Freshwater Pearls (4mm) linked to clear 4 mm Swarovski Aurora Borealis and garnished with silver round beads & spacers cascade from a French wire. Indulge in your choice of : Sterling Silver , Silver-Plated, 14 K Gold Fill, or Gold Plated.
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Price: From $16.95 to $21.95
Two 7-8mm freshwater Mauve pearls dangle from a precious metal French wire. Indulge in your choice of: Sterling Silver, Silver-Plated, 14 K Gold Fill, or Gold-plated. Wear this piece by itself or for a chic sophistication make it a matching set with
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Price: From $15.95 to $20.95
Cultured freshwater min cream pearls faceted to 8mm grey pearl. Indulge in a choice of : 14 karat Gold fill, Gold Plated, Sterling Silver, or Silver-Plated French wire.
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MSRP: $18.95
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A large brilliant 8mm Swarovski crystal faceted to mini 4mm clear accent Aurora Borealis crystals (your choice). Select your choice of primary color with the standard accent color crystal (clear) or make it your own design.
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MSRP: $29.95
Price: $23.95
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Brilliant Smokey Quartz crystals (8mm) interlinked with SWAROVSKI 8mm grey pearls and decorative silver spacers. Finished with a silver heart toggle.
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MSRP: $47.95
Price: $35.95
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2 entwined strands of Sparkling golden shadow Swarovski 6mm crystals faceted to Heishi gold beads dot interlinking 5.5mm Cultured freshwater white pearls ; garnished w/precious 5 mm gold beads, 4 mm Swarovski crystals, & finished with a gold toggle
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MSRP: $47.95
Price: $35.95
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This simple yet elegant bracelet features 2 entwined strands of interlinking mini Peacock & white 5.5mm Cultured freshwater white pearls (Akoya) freshwater Pearls garnished with precious metal beads, and dangling mini silver hearts. Finished with a tog
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MSRP: $33.95
Price: $29.95
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Bold Smokey Quartz crystals (8mm) faceted to mini clear crystals dots two entwined strands of freshwater cultured pearls. The 4mm is available in clear Swarovski Aurora Borealis crystals. Finished with a Gold lobster clasp.
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MSRP: $21.95
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Mini ivory pearls dangle from a cultured freshwater Grey Pearl on a Silver Plated French wire. Indulge in a choice of 14 karat Gold Fill, Gold plated, Sterling Silver, or Silver-Plated French wire.
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MSRP: $32.95
Price: $24.95
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6.5 mm "Akoya" freshwater Pearls interlinked with 6mm Swarovski crystals and 4mm accent crystals. Choose from a variety of colors. The 4mm is available in clear Swarovski Aurora Borealis crystals. Finished with a Silver-plated or Gold Plated toggle.
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MSRP: $32.95
Price: $25.95
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This charming bracelet features a 3-Tone SWAROVSKI 8mm Fuchsia crystals faceted to 4-6mm accent Swarovski rose & light Rose crystals interlinked with 6.5 mm Cultured freshwater white pearls aka "Akoya" freshwater Pearls.
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MSRP: $31.95
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Kamba Jasper stones linked with cultured freshwater white pearls (6.6 mm) “Akoya”. Garnished with gold tone beads. Finished with a gold plated lobster claw.
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MSRP: $65.95
Price: $49.95
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This simple yet elegant necklace features a strand of interlinking 12mm Mahogany Obsidian Stones, 8.5-10mm Freshwater Pearls, and gold beads. Garnished with mini gold rings and finished with a gold toggle.
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MSRP: $36.95
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A strand of semi-precious Hematite stones, mini Cultured Freshwater Ivory pearls and smooth Silver-Plated rings interlink to create this elegant one of a kind stylish creation. Also availabe in Sterling Silver.
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MSRP: $79.95
Price: $59.95
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This Substantial necklace features a long strand of mini Cultured Freshwater Pearls linked to 16 large semi-precious Smoky Quartz infused with 8 large brilliant Jet Black Swarovski crystals.
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MSRP: $45.95
Price: $39.95
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This well-designed piece features a long strand of “S" shape mini cultured freshwater Ivory pearl infused with mini 4mm Swarovski smokey topaz crystal and mini 14 Karat Gold fill rings attached to a fancy Brass pendant.
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MSRP: $65.95
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This elegant and one of a kind creation features a strand of interlinking Ruby Swarovski crystals, 10mm rice pearls, clear crystals, and black rhinestones spacers linked together by silver jump rings. Choose Ruby crystals or make it your own design.
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MSRP: $57.95
Price: $43.95
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Stylish Geneva watch features water resistant Quartz movement with a stainless steel backing; interlinking 2-Tone (black and clear)sparkling Swarovski crystals dangle on a Sterling Silver curb band. Garnished with smooth fancy textured rings.
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MSRP: $39.95
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A fusion of multi-tone (peach, mauve, bronze, white) mini Cultured Freshwater Pearls (4mm) linked together in a cluster; set to a Sterling Silver adjustable band ring.
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MSRP: $32.95
Price: $24.95
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An exquisite three (6mm) white button style Akoya Cultured Pearls set to an adjustable Sterling Silver band. Wear this piece by itself, or for a chic sophistication make it a matching set with our other pearl products.
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MSRP: $39.95
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A beautiful three pearl ring with gold heart. Ring features three 6- 6.5mm white button style Akoya Cultured Pearls set to an adjustable Sterling Silver band. The center pearl with heart is slightly larger.
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Price: From $17.95 to $21.95
7mm freshwater Mauve pearls interlink with 6 mm Swarovski Crystal. Set to a precious metal stud post. Indulge in your choice of: Sterling Silver, Silver-Plated, 14 K Gold Fill, or Gold-plated.
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