PEARL
Derived from the aquatic world, pearls are found both naturally and cultured. Renowned for their perfectly smooth surfaces, pearls come in various shapes and sizes, including non-spherical forms. They exude a soothing aura and a simple, lustrous elegance. Widely used in the jewelry industry, pearls are frequently combined with other gemstones to create exquisite and artistic designs.
The Properties of Pearl
Use of Pearl in Therapy, Energy Healing, and Chakra Balancing
Pearls are introspective gems that encourage us to discover our true selves and purpose on Earth. Often used in therapy, pearls help treat digestive tract disorders and address skin complaints, ranging from minor blemishes to severe scarring, acne, and rosacea. Symbolizing wisdom gained through experience, pearls assist in learning from life’s lessons, making us wiser and stronger.
Additionally, pearls offer protection and security, enabling us to carry out daily tasks surrounded by protective energies. They balance the body’s natural rhythms and hormone levels with lunar cycles, bringing inner wisdom and nurturing pure love. Pearls teach us to open up and find the meaning and purpose of our true selves.
Pearls also enlighten the mind and inspire the mood, helping us to love ourselves more and, in turn, love others more. They enhance feelings of goodwill and positive, uplifting emotions, making them powerful tools in therapy, energy healing, and chakra balancing.
Akoya Pearls
Akoya pearls were the first type of pearl to be cultured. Predominantly produced in Japan and China, these pearls are consistently round, making them ideal for strands. Their colors range from white to cream, though some can be gray or black.
Freshwater Pearls
Freshwater pearls are typically slightly less round, smaller in size, and possess less luster compared to other varieties of saltwater pearls. They are usually cultivated in China and offer a value-priced option.
Unlike other pearls that grow inside an oyster or mollusk, the mabé pearl grows against the shell, creating a dome-shaped pearl. After harvesting, the nucleus is removed and replaced by resin, with mother-of-pearl used to cover the flat back. Mabé pearls are known for their high luster and more affordable prices compared to round pearls.
South Sea Pearls
Cultured in the northern waters of Australia, Indonesia, and the Philippines, South Sea pearls are considerably larger than Akoya pearls and much more sensitive during the cultivation process. They naturally come in white, cream, or golden colors.
Tahitian Pearls
Slightly smaller than South Sea pearls, Tahitian pearls are also sensitive during the cultivation process. Their colors of black, silver, and gray occur naturally, and they are cultured in Tahiti, as their name implies.
Color
Pearls are produced in a wide array of colors, ranging from white, cream, and yellow to pink, silver, and black. Each pearl typically exhibits both a primary color, which is the first color you notice, and a secondary color, or overtone, which becomes apparent upon closer inspection. While color variation does not diminish the value of a pearl, it is crucial when matching pearls for use in strands, earrings, bracelets, and other jewelry pieces.
Luster
A pearl’s luster results from multiple layers of nacre (NAY-ker), secreted by the oyster or mollusk to form the pearl. The thicker the nacre, the greater the luster of the pearl. This luster is observed as a deep sheen that reflects light on the surface of the pearl, giving it its characteristic brilliance and allure.