One of the most attractive gems, Pearls has been an object of fascination from centuries and is recognized as one of the most beautiful creations of nature. Pearls are the only gemstones that are formed by living organisms deep down on the sea-beds, when an oyster covers a foreign object with beautiful layers of nacre. End result is a natural gemstone of a perfect sphere with a luster that makes it shine radiantly.
Pearls value depends on their size, color, luster, surface quality, orient, shape, compactness and genesis. They are given as presents to the loved ones in a man's life, and signify a timeless and ever lasting beauty. They are also popularly worn as a tradition on wedding days. The quality of pearls is judged by the orient, which is the soft iridescence caused by the refraction of light by the layers of nacre, and luster, the reflectivity and shine of the surface.
