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Pearls and Diamonds – Forever Friends
From monarch parures to bridal ensembles, even in pop music hits (the Prince 1991 album), “diamonds and pearls” have always had a mutually beneficial relationship, a long and romantic love story, a history of enduring elegance, cultural significance, and fashion timelessness. Like a wink and a smile, these precious gems work well together, complementing each…
Read MoreCelebrities in Pearls – Stepping Out in Glow
“Are pearls the new diamonds?” (Vogue). Red carpet stars and stylists agree! Award show season and other red-carpet events in the last year have been full of celebrities stepping out in pearls. Move over bling – the luminous glow of fine pearls made appearances at the Golden Globes, the Emmys, and the Oscars, as well…
Read MoreOne-of-a-kind natural clam pearl, dendritic agate & Sardinian coral brooch with yellow diamonds
Remarkable and rare, this spectacular Brooch from our NatureScapes Collection converts to a Choker or Necklace Slide. Featuring: An ultra-rare Deep Orange-Red Natural Clam Pearl, approximately 10.0 x 9.0mm, 3 Natural Saltwater Pearls, 6.0 – 6.5mm, Dendritic Agate from India, Orange Sardinian Coral Branches, and 1.60 carats of Natural Yellow Diamonds mounted atop Golden Mother-of-Pearl.…
Read MoreRare Natural Pearls – A Guide to Non-Nacreous Pearl Treasures
Pearls are known to be one of the first gems ever set into jewelry, dating back thousands of years. They were not cultivated by man until the end of the 19th century. All of the pearls owned by international royals, maharajas, celebrities, and socialites throughout history were natural pearls. Today, however, of the small quantity…
Read More“Sky and Clouds” Ring with Violane, South Sea Pearls and Blue & White Akoya Pearls
Once our Director of Design discovered this gorgeous piece of sky-blue Violane, she knew she has to surround it with “clouds” of South Sea and Akoya Pearls: 5 South Sea Cultured Pearls, 10 Akoya Cultured Pearls, and 9 Blue Akoya Cultured Pearls, to be exact. Ranging from 5.0 to 10.0mm, the glorious pearls were then…
Read MoreDesigning with Keshi Pearls – How Shape, Luster, & Color Create Magnificence
Assael’s Senior Vice President and designer, Peggy Grosz, shares her affinity for designing with Keshi pearls. A dream for fine jewelry designers.
Read MoreLong Keshi Pearl Earrings with Diamonds
One of a kind every time, these dramatic and dimensional Keshi Earrings with a Silver-Blue tone feature 10 Keshi South Sea Cultured Pearls, approximately 7.0 – 18.0mm, and 8 sparkling Diamonds (G,VS). Set in 18K Rose Gold, they are 3.25” in length.
Read MoreKeshi Pearl Earrings with Diamonds
Never the same pair twice. Large, lustrous, and dimensional, our Keshi South Sea Cultured Pearls star in evocative Drop Earrings. Ranging from approximately 7.0 to over 20.0mm, the Pearls are interspersed with Diamonds (G,VS) and set in 18K Rose Gold. 2.25” long.
Read More“Perfect 10” south sea pearl earrings with diamonds
These classic yet contemporary Drop Earrings feature 10 Round and Button South Sea Cultured Pearls, approximately 9.0 – 15.0mm, interspersed with10 sparkling Diamonds. Set in 18K White Gold, they are 2.75” in length.
Read MoreWhat is Nacre? And how does it create luster in pearls?
That soft, subtle glow that we all love about fine quality pearls is unmistakable and highly prized. It is created when nacre reflects the light. But most people do not fully understand what nacre is or why it is important to consider when buying pearls. Here we dive deeply into the definition of nacre and…
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