Get to know pearls' earliest influencers and the style icons that made them famous, then borrow from their style or create your own looks with your pearl jewelry.

Freshwater vs Saltwater Pearls: Types, Value & How to Tell Them Apart

Grading is not standardized, so an AAA freshwater and an AAA Akoya are not the same pearl. Per-type charts, the seven factors, and how I buy.

How pearls form and how they are cultivated: Mikimoto's 1893 breakthrough, the grafting needle, modern oyster farming, and natural vs cultured pearls explained.

Imagine purchasing an entire military campaign with a single pearl. A brief look at the history of the oldest gem in jewelry, from ancient royalty to modern luxury.