Small is Beautiful – What are Seed Pearls?
This example of an exquisite Fabergé Egg, made for Nicholas II of Russia in 1901, stands just 12cm tall and is adorned with seed pearls. The famous French jeweller to…
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Pits, Chips and Bumps on the Surface
Look closely at this image of these beautiful baroque Tahitian pearls and it is possible to see several small blemishes and imperfections on the surface of the pearl. Although fake pearls…
Baselworld Sparkles with Jewels
Europe’s luxury jewellers unveiled their latest collections last week at Baselworld 2012, the biggest watch and jewellery event in the world. Baselworld started as a watch fair and, now in…
Should Wedding Pearls be worn for Luck?
Is it bad luck a for a bride to be wearing wedding pearls on her big day? The pearl, with its pure white colour and shining lustre, is a beautiful…
This example of an exquisite Fabergé Egg, made for Nicholas II of Russia in 1901, stands just 12cm tall and is adorned with seed pearls. The famous French jeweller to…
Read MoreJuly 14th 2012 is the 150th anniversary of Gustav Klimt’s birth. The Austrian painter is best known for his sensual paintings and sketches of the female form, often adorned with…
Read MoreIn less than 6 weeks, Great Britain will celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II during the long holiday weekend of 2-5th June. Throughout the sixty years of her…
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