The History of Pearls

Pearls Throughout History

Pearls have been valued by people since before recorded history. It is known from archeological evidence that as much as 6000 years ago, in the region around the Persian Gulf, that the dead were buried with a pearl clutched in their hand. Throughout history, pearls have been regarded as prized possessions as well as highly valued gifts for rulers and the wealthy. Learn more...

The Umete Pearl Bracelet
Unlike anything you’ve probably ever seen before.
The silver band has an organic look to it. Its wavy
lines and irregular holes look like something nature
produced. Attached to the top of the bracelet are
two pearls, affixed as you would expect to see pearls
in an earring, free to move as they will. The overall
look is extraordinary and sure to spur many a
conversation. The two Tahitian pearls are 9-10mm in
size and the opening (though which you must be able
to fit your wrist) is 1.125” / 26mm.

This necklace is available at Mermaid Pearls

Pearls in Modern Times

Throughout the Twentieth Century, pearls have lost some of their mystique. While still an object of value, the advent of cultured pearls has made this jewel much more available as well as significantly more affordable. The popularity of pearls however has never been greater. At the beginning of the twentieth century, pearls became fashionable among the wealthy class of American industrialists. The flappers of the early part of the century further popularized the pearl necklace as a fundamental fashion accessory. And, American soldiers brought back pearls when they returned from Japan after the Second World War. Learn more...

Famous Pearls

Throughout history there have been a number of particularly famous pearls. Some are famous because of their size and quality. Others are famous for their stories or place in history. Quite often they have been the property of royalty. One even has a whole book dedicated to it. Learn more...