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TOP 10 PEARL JEWELRY WEB SITES »
Top 10 best pearl jewelry web sites rated by the LoveToKnow
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Vogue Gioiello.net: Perle.it
This is the place to start for pearl information, whether you're after science, history, or fashion. Check out celebrities in their pearls, photos and descriptions of pearl mollusks, types of imitation pearls, and much more.
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Mikimoto
Famous, international pearl retailer. Check out their pearl
strands,
necklaces and pendants,
earrings,
bracelets,
brooches,
pieces for men or browse their designer collections
such as the Akoyo or Elements of Life. Second-day delivery available.
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pearlinfo.com
Accurately titled "Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Cultured Pearls." Take a cultured pearl tour or browse the categories, which cover everything from pearl farming and pearl history to fashion trends.
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American Pearl
Retailer of flawless pearls. White, black, and golden South Sea, freshwater, and Mabe pearls, or browse rings, bracelets, earrings, pendants, and necklaces. Also check out variable length pearls.
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The Pearl Guide
A pearl guide which covers pearl basics (including color, luster, shape, surface quality, and size,) a pearl glossary (with pearl types, oyster types, and industry terms ), as well as a guide to pearl buying.
Excellent preparation before making a big purchase. |
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Pearl Paradise
Shop for saltwater pearls, exotic natural pearls, loose pearls, Golden South
Sea, South Sea and Tahitian pearls, and freshwater pearls by category. Check out pearl guides-- pearl history, pearl quality, and pearl care -- for more information.
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AMNH: Pearls
(Online) exhibit from the American Museum of Natural History. Every category is beautifully done and full of information, from What are Pearls and Obtaining Pearls, to the gallery of famous pearls.
Find out about pearls throughout human history. |
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Pearl Outlet
Large selection of Tahitian pearls, Akoya pearls, and freshwater pearls in necklaces, earrings, bracelets, pendants, and rings. 30-day unconditional return policy.
The company is family owned and operated. Pieces by famous jewelry
designers. |
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Pearl Buying Guide
Comprehensive cultured pearl buying guide. Check out pearl types, pearl basics, fashions & trends, or the buyers' guide.
Find out the difference between natural and cultured pearls, Gather detailed
information on caring for pearls and
pearl overtones. |
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Pure Pearls
Akoya, Tahitian, and freshwater pearls. Shop by category or check out their pearl jewelry sets or wedding jewelry.
Buy custom pearl strands and create a family heirloom that will last for
years to come. Join the free newsletter for articles and specials. |
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LoveToKnow: Pearl Jewelry
A collection of LoveToKnow's pearl-related pages. Check out
Giving a Pearl Necklace, with detailed instructions on the best pearls
that make the best gifts. You'll also find articles on specific types of
pearl jewelry such as
necklaces and
earrings |
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Pearls.com
"Your source to all things pearl." Pearl earrings, pendants, rings, and
bracelets, with a 30-day money-back guarantee. Free shipping when order is
picked up at a
local jeweler.
Visit the
forums to find out what other pearl enthusiasts are buying. |
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NOVA online: The Perfect Pearl
A companion site to a PBS broadcast. Includes articles "What's Killing the Oysters", "Culture of Freshwater Pearls", and "History of Pearls", as well as a kid's activity and a teacher's guide.
You can also download a copy of the broadcast transcript. |
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Pearl Oasis
Online pearl retailer. Search for pearl necklaces, bracelets, earrings, rings, and pendants, or design a custom necklace or bracelet.
Check out a comparison of famous brands or find out the latest pearl fashion
trends. Offers a 30-day return policy. |
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eHow.com: How to Buy Pearls
A step-by-step guide to selecting and buying pearls, including tests for authenticity, tone, and roundness.
Also covers how to tell real pearls from fakes. For even more tips, check
out the member comments or read the related article on
How
to Buy Pearls. |
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The Pearl People
Large selection of saltwater pearls, Tahitians, and freshwater pearls. Check out the pearl buying guide or browse the specials.
Many selections for weddings, anniversaries and gift giving. A good place to
find the tone and clarity of high quality pearls.
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Caribbean Gemological Institute: Pearls
A brief history of pearls and their popularity, a description of the types of pearls and their grading, and tips on buying and caring for pearls.
Details on how pearls are graded according to thickness along with
measurements and what it all means. |
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ice.com
Large selection of pearl jewelry, organized by pearl type, gold type, kind of jewelry, and price.
Be sure to check out the beautiful and unique cultured
chocolate Tahitian pearl with pink gold chain and setting for under
$200.00 |
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Jewelers.org: Pearls
A guide to buying pearls, including a description of pearl varieties, as well as tips for selecting a pearl jeweler and pearl jewelry.
Details on
cultured pearls and jeweler standards as well as leaflets and materials
meant to educate consumers. |
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Mondera: Pearl Jewelry
Wide variety of pearl necklaces, rings, earrings, and brooches. Sort by price or narrow by category.
30-day returns and free shipping on orders. Site offers a safe shopping
guarantee and international shipments. Get a gift box and card with every
purchase. |
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