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Pearls and Power: How Pearls Have Influenced Art and Culture

Throughout the centuries, pearls have played a major role in art and culture. Its beauty and enigmatic allure have made these gemstones the beloved of artists, writers, and many others throughout history. Many paintings, sculptures, and works of litera...

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Ariake Pearls: The Exquisite Fusion of Ancient Art and Natural Beauty

Discover the mesmerizing world of Ariake pearls, where ancient Japanese Maki-e artistry meets the natural elegance of Tahitian pearls. Explore their unique beauty and learn why they're a must-have addition to your jewelry collection....

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The Pearl and Love Stories

Discover the rich history of pearls and love stories, from Cleopatra and Antony to Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton. Learn about the symbolism of the pearl as the "Stone of Love" and how it has been used throughout history as a symbol of faith, puri...

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Men also wear pearls.

Explore the rich history of pearls in ancient Rome and France, from the opulent displays of Pompey and Nero to the collection of Jean of France, Duke of Berry. Discover how pearls were used as symbols of power and luxury, and learn about the different ...

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The History of Black Pearl Diving

The divers of the Tuamotu archipelago in French Polynesia are nomadic and move between islands based on the wealth of the seabed. They use outrigger canoes or ketches built in Tahiti by Europeans to dive for pearls. The Paumotu are considered the best ...

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Robert Wan and National Geographic

Robert Wan is a Tahitian pearl farmer who has gained international recognition for his work in cultivating and promoting Tahitian pearls. He is the owner of Tahitiperles, a company that specializes in the cultivation and sale of Tahitian pearls, and is...

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Black Pearls and Fertility

Black pearls have been traditionally associated with fertility and childbirth in many cultures. They are believed to have protective and healing properties, and are often given to newlyweds or pregnant women as a symbol of good luck. The association be...

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Chinese queens and black pearls

Many Chinese queens throughout history are known to have worn pearls as a symbol of wealth and status. In traditional Chinese culture, pearls were associated with wisdom, purity, and prosperity, and were often worn by royalty and the wealthy. Some e...

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What is a Keshi?

What is a Keshi? It is a byproduct in pearl cultivation. When the oyster rejects the nucleus intentionally or unintentionally, it can form a Keshi from the epithelial cells of the mantle tissue. These nucleus-less pearls are small in diameter and have ...

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Queen Elizabeth I and the black pearls

Queen Elizabeth I was the queen of England and Ireland from 1558 to 1603 and was known for her love of black pearls, which she believed had medicinal properties and wore as part of her royal attire. Black pearls were highly prized during her reign and ...

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Idol with a Shell by Paul Gauguin

The "Idol with a Shell" sculpture depicts a deity, depicted in the lotus position and adorned with cannibalistic teeth made from a parrot fish's pharyngeal tooth, tattooed legs, and mother-of-pearl adornments on the pectoral and belt. Two figures are d...

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Tahiti and the Black Pearl

The text discusses the fascination and allure of Tahiti and the black pearl, both of which have become symbols of the right to dream and imagination. The beauty and magic of these elements are emphasized, and it is suggested that the black pearl, in pa...

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