neutral · gemstone
Cultured Pearl
- Birthstone
- June
- Hardness
- Mohs 2.5-4.5
- Colour
- neutral
Cultured pearls are formed through the intentional insertion of a bead or piece of tissue into a mollusk, which is then coated with nacre. The process of growing cultured pearls requires human intervention and care, and most mollusks used for culturing are raised specifically for that purpose.
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Cultured Pearl, the story
Cultured pearls are a popular choice for jewellery, especially in bead necklaces and bracelets, as well as solitaires, pairs, clusters, earrings, rings, and pendants. Creative designers often use larger pearls with unusual shapes in their pieces. While the natural pearl market has diminished due to environmental and ethical concerns, cultured pearls remain a popular and sustainable option.