Interesting Facts about Pearls

Pearls are a symbol of beauty, purity and love. Even a glimpse of these white colored blissful drops of nature can mesmerize anyone easily. However, their origin and existence is as mysterious and intriguing as their appearance. The tiny bright pearls are created by water mollusks popularly known as oysters. It is interesting to note that not all oysters can produce pearls but only the one’s belonging to the family of Pteriidae. Such oysters are also known as feathered oysters.

There are two kinds of pearls namely natural and cultured. Both kinds of pearls have the similar properties and value. However, the only difference between these two varieties is in their formation process. While natural pearls are created naturally without human interference, the cultured pearls are produced in a special environment, which is favorable for pearl formation, created by human beings.

Despite all the similarities natural pearls are more expensive and rare than cultured freshwater pearls because they are unprocessed and formed under natural conditions. Now to talk about their appearance, real and authentic pearls are never perfectly round in shape as claimed by many jewelry retailers. Also, pearls come in many different colors apart from white. Pearls not only add beauty to the appearance of the wearer but are also believed to bring good luck and harmony in personal relationships.