Freshwater and Cultured Pearls
There are many precious jewels and materials that it is tough to pick one that defines elegance and is timeless at the same time. Something that is simple but not too simple. Something that is equally appreciated by prince and pauper, but is not a statement of arrogance. It is tough to say exactly what that is for men, but one things for sure: For women that most precious of things coming from the earth is Pearl Jewellery.
Think about it; Princess Elizabeth, the First Lady, the recent college graduate down the road. They all love pearls.
There is a difference between high quality pearls and poor quality pearls. Many factors:
· How long they are cultured for. Quality Cultured Pearls will be tendered for anywhere from 2-6 years! You simply cannot achieve the right finish over night.
· What part of the world they are produced in?
· Is an experienced company doing the production?
· The cost. Generally if it sounds too good to be true it is, although there are certainly exceptions to this.
Many people think that all pearls come from the ocean, but contrary to popular belief, many come from lakes and other non-salt water locations. For example, the Japanese are investing heavily in a pearl farm on a Lake Kasumigaura to create saltwater quality pearls. Freshwater Pearls are a low cost alternative to saltwater pearls, and very few people other than jewelry experts can tell the difference.
A great source for these pearls is Selectraders.co.uk. They are UK based company that has received many positive reviews from legitimate customers, and they also offer great value.