Judi McCormick

Kasumigaura Pearls

Only pearls cultivated in Lake Kasumi ga Ura in Japan can be labeled Kasumigaura pearls. These pearls have natural colors and an metallic surface luster have made these pearls unusual.

What Are Japanese Industry Pearl Auctions?

To get pearls to our retail market, pearls must go through a series of auctions to brokers to finisher factories. The. most mysterious are the pearl auctions.

The Cowdry Black Natural Pearl Necklace

Photo courtesy of Christies Catalogue

The most expensive Tahitian Pearl necklace in the world.

What Is The Most Expensive Pearl Neckace Ever Sold?

photo courtesy of Sothebys Auction House

Pearls are most seductive and there are many reasons for a pearl necklace to be sold for a mouth watering amount. As well as the beauty of a piece, most often it will have something to do with who owned it previously.

How A Chinese Actress Upended The Tahitian Pearl Market

Ni Ni an acclaimed Chinese Actress/infuencer and pearl lover, celebrated the success of her latest movie with a stunning social media campaign of 30 selfies showing her love of Tahitian pearls.
This had an astonishing effect on the pearl market.

Sweden's Cameo Tiara

This tiara is one of the most unusual and wonderful pieces of jewelry still being worn today. The tiara now belongs to King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden.

Mikimoto Pearl Masterclass

This is what I learned in Mikimoto's Pearl Masterclass.

Intriguing Information About Pearls Used In Medicine and Cosmetics

I just finished reading a paper published by the National Institutes of Health in May 2021. I had no idea that Pearl powder used in medicines and cosmetics has had such a long history and continues to develop much interest.