Pearl, the valuable gemstones and the jewelries made from it

Pearls are the most ancient forms of gem stones being used in jewelries and are considered as the second most valuable gem stones after diamond. The common forms of jewelries that are made by the pearls are necklaces. Pearls are also used in different types of bracelets.

Pearl is a gem stone that has been considered as one of the most valuable gem stones of all times. It is considered as the most versatile and demanded gem by most of the people. No gem after diamond has fascinated people more than the pearl. Pearl is being used by the people in jewelries for as long as more than 4000 years. It will not be wrong to call it the oldest type of gem stone being used in jewelries. Previously the pearl was fantasized by the people to possess mystical characteristics and other similar powers. This was due to the central gleam that seems to radiate from the very center of the pearl. This glow was deemed as a source of spiritual and powerful inner life. However gradually these assumptions and myths died down with the passage of time and now the pearl is considered as any other ordinary gem stone. Now in modern times, it is associated with the traits such as love, success, happiness, modesty and purity. Due to these qualities, it is considered as the perfect gift to be given to the bride at the time of her wedding.

Pearls are used in various sorts of jewelries. The most common form of this jewelry is Pearl necklaces. Pearls are considered as quite versatile gem stones and therefore are considered a perfect match with any occasion, time or place. Therefore these necklaces made by pearls are quite popular among the ladies as they are considered fashionable in almost all sorts of events and occasions. Generally there are six types of pearl necklaces available. These include collar, choker, princess, matinee, opera and rope. The necklaces are classified in these categories according to their sizes. The value of a pearl necklace depends on the pearls being used in the necklace. Therefore when choosing a pearl necklace, it is quite important to keep factors such as surface, luster, shape, size and color of the pearl. It is also important to identify which types of pearls have been used in the necklace as salt water pearls are considered more valuable than fresh water pearls and so will influence the overall price of the necklace. A variety of necklaces are available in the market however most people prefer to buy black pearl necklace than those of the other types of pearls as these necklaces are considered the most valuable and beautiful among all.

Pearls are also used in bracelets. The natural glow and gleam of pearls bring a sort of beauty to the delicate wrists of women. These bracelets are very attractive and eye catching and so are considered the perfect form of jewelry that can be worn by the women on their wrists. Like other sorts of pearl jewelries, it goes well with all sorts of outfits and occasions. The pearls being used determine the quality and value of the bracelet. Since bracelet is a small ornament of jewelry being worn therefore people prefer it to be cheaper and so they prefer freshwater pearl bracelets over those made of saltwater pearls.