Japan's akoya oysters have been preëminent among cultured pearls ever since Kokichi Mikimoto first established the industry in the early part of this century. But since 1994, something has been ...

A great irony of pearl history is that the least expensive cultured pearl product in the market today rivals the quality of the most expensive natural pearls ever found. The price-value anomaly is ...

For example, akoya pearls can only grow about 9 or 10 ... This strand of South Sea cultured pearls is selling for $32,000. The shape and surface of the pearl also impacts its value.

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For the first time in Miss Universe history, the crown that will be used in the pageant is made in the Philippines, the ...

$1,467 at Blue Nile (Save $163) Blue Nile Classic Akoya Cultured Pearl And Diamond Stud Earrings In 18k White Gold These timeless pearl and diamond earrings are sure to impress this holiday season.