Pearls are a gemstone of organic origin.
The typical pearl luster is created by overlapping laminae of aragonite and a film of conchiolin near the surface of the pearl. This formation also causes interference of light, resulting in iridescent colors, called orientals, that can be observed on the surface of pearls. Pearls have been known to men for centuries.
Natural pearls are formed by a mollusk as a protective measure as a result of foreign body invasion. They are opaque and can come in a variety of shapes and colors. They are made of fragile material as their structure is made up of organic material and water. Therefore, we recommend that they should not be allowed to come into contact with dryness, perfume, sweat or other pearls. They should also be worn only on occasion and well ventilated.
Most pearls that are sold nowadays are cultured pearls, as overfishing in natural river beds has caused many of them to run out. All of the pearls we use at Maison De Min are cultured.
Pearls are a gemstone of organic origin.
The typical pearl luster is created by overlapping laminae of aragonite and a film of conchiolin near the surface of the pearl. This formation also causes interference of light, resulting in iridescent colors, called orientals, that can be observed on the surface of pearls. Pearls have been known to men for centuries.
Natural pearls are formed by a mollusk as a protective measure as a result of foreign body invasion. They are opaque and can come in a variety of shapes and colors. They are made of fragile material as their structure is made up of organic material and water. Therefore, we recommend that they should not be allowed to come into contact with dryness, perfume, sweat or other pearls. They should also be worn only on occasion and well ventilated.
Most pearls that are sold nowadays are cultured pearls, as overfishing in natural river beds has caused many of them to run out. All of the pearls we use at Maison De Min are cultured.
