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Fairy tales and legends have been written about the fragile, scintillating beauty of the pearl. It has always been a symbol of grace, purity and love. In earlier times, it was also worn by men; today, it has become the epitome of femininity. The times in which the discovery of pearls was guided by fate are over. For the last hundred years, man has learned to nurture pearls. Thus the rare, unaffordable natural pearl that was once reserved for the privileged few gives way to the cultured pearl, fulfilling the jewelry dream of women all over the world. The diversity of today's pearl world is almost infinite. Ranging from the big, aristocratic South Sea to the fashionable Tahitian pearls, the classic akoya and the pastel freshwater pearls, pearls fascinate mankind with their beauty and individuality. |
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