Oyster Shell
Oyster Shell
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 BULLDOG JIM PARKER OYSTER SHELL CONGRESS KNIFE 1 OF 150  US $109.95
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 6 Lot Pride USA Oyster Shell Congress Knife KC 4 BN PE Six zix US $54.00
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 Bulldog Oyster Shell Jumbo Congress Knife 1993 Third Generation Germany NR US $44.05
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 Love Bird Oyster Shell Pearl Trapper Pocket Knife NIB RBB40068 and FREE SHIPPING US $24.00
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 Bulldog Oyster Shell Stockman Knife 1994 Knife Show Award Knife NR US $23.66
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 Pride USA Oyster Shell Congress Knife KC 4 BN PE zix US $9.99
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What is the best type of pearl jewellery?
Throughout history pearls have been worn by the rich, and given as extravagant gifts. Traditionally worn by brides, they have long been a symbol of love, purity and perfection. Nowadays pearl jewellery is available to more people than ever before, and you no longer need to be royalty to afford it. Pearls are grown on farms and with so many varieties to choose from any bride-to-be can find the perfect pearls to suit her wedding gown. In fact, there are so many different types of pearl that it's not easy to know which to choose, so here are a few things to look out for:
Pearl type – There are two types of pearl, saltwater and freshwater. Saltwater pearls are found in oysters in the sea, and are usually bigger, rounder and clearer than the freshwater variety. For this reason they usually also cost more. Freshwater pearls are farmed in lakes and rivers, usually smaller and often less regular in shape, though they come in a large range of different colours.
Size – When it comes to pearls, size really does matter. The larger the pearl, the more expensive it will be. Saltwater pearls are usually the larger variety, and are more highly sought after.
Nacre – Pearls take years to form inside an oyster shell. When a foreign object is introduced into the shell, the oyster produces layers of nacre, which gradually build up around the nucleus forming the pearl. The thicker the nacre coating, the longer the pearl will last as jewellery. Some saltwater pearls from farms are ‘beaded’ with a larger nucleus used to speed up the process and ensure a round shape. Natural pearls are formed entirely of nacre, which is why their shape is often less regular.
Luster – No pearl is as smooth and shiny as a mirror but they do have a sort of reflective quality to them, called the lustre. Pearls with this shimmery effect on the surface are the most desired.
Colour – Pearls in their natural state come in various shades of white, pink and lilac although cultured pearls are often dyed so they are available in almost any colour. A pearl necklace made of matching naturally-coloured pearls will cost more than dyed ones, as it can take a long time to collect enough matching pearls for a whole string.
Shape – When we think of the ideal pearls, we normally imagine that they are all perfectly round and shiny. In reality this is rare, and perfectly round pearls are highly in demand and so can be very expensive. Small cultured pearls tend to be more rounded and some larger ones are formed around a bead to help the shape develop. Irregular pearls are also used to produce unique pendants and earrings.
Matching – It can be difficult to find enough pearls of the same size, shape and colour to make a whole necklace, so a string of regular pearls will cost more as it is rarer and more desirable.
Angie The Oyster Girl