Monday, August 27, 2012
Which Pearl Type Should I Choose For Christmas?
Which pearl types should I choose for Christmas? There are some tips for you:
A: Price.
Generally speaking, south sea pearls are the most expensive Under the same conditions (same size, same grade etc.), freshwater pearls are the least but also beautiful. You can choose the right pearl type according to your budget. E.g, freshwater pearl jewelry set below, only $71. Great choice for Christmas.
B: Love
Love means your heart here. Choose what you love if you have no budget limit.
South sea pearls are stunning, Tahitian pearl are charming, Akoya pearls are exquisite, Freshwater pearls are family members in my heart.
Wish you all Merry Christmas!
The Distinctions between Freshwater and Saltwater Pearls
1. Shape
3. blemish
Friday, March 30, 2012
The Treatments for Beautifying Pearls
Pearl is a born beauty, always keep that loveliness and charm which God gave her. However, with some treatments and improvement, she can turn to be more desirable and attractive.
Pearls processing technology Preliminary treatment: Soaking pearls in mixed liquor of ammonia and benzoylate so as to loosen the texture, and take pure glycerin as dehydrating agent to remove the water inside the pearls.
Bleaching: With an average temperature from 20-30 degrees Celsius, the pearls are placed in Hydrogen peroxide, which is at concentration of 5% and ph7-8. Exposing them to sunlight or ultraviolet radiation for 7-10 days, the pearls will change to off white, silver or pure white. The bleaching is actually an old-aged pearl processing method and is used wildly by pearl dealers in the world.
Dyeing: The pearls are immersed for a period of several days in diluted special chemical solutions and heated under an average temperature from 40-50 degrees Celsius. Blue, green, red, purple, black, silver and brown hues all can be dyed. It needs few weeks for coloring agent to intrude into pearls. Temperature, light source and pearl structures all determine the resulting colors.
Polishing: Polishing is one of important processing skills and is needed after bleaching. It increases the bleaching effect greatly. Tiny pieces of walnut shell, bamboo chips, wax, diatomite and salt particle are crucial materials for polishing.
Others: γ-ray radiation is a reliable and safe processing method of changing pearls colors. Peeling is another processing method for getting of the surface defects. Due to the difficulty in manual operation, it is not used often nowadays.
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Friday, April 1, 2011
Colorful Pearls Enrich your Life
Pearls come in a wide variety of colors, ranging from white all the way to black. How pearls get their colors has been a mystery for 80 years. Scientists claim that pearl oyster species, the length of cultivating time, water temperature and even the pearl harvest season affect the pearl colors. No one can know the accurate colors before the pearls are removed from the shell.
The same oyster which is implanted with different bead nucleus may produce different pearl colors. Scientists still can’t find the exact answers. Oysters produce almost all colors of pearls. When mention about pearl color, we refer to body color. Body color is the predominant basic color of the pearl. Standard colors from black Tahitian pearls, to the milk white Akoya pearls, to the silver-white South Sea pearls. However, if carefully exam any color of these pearls, you will find their colors can be changed because of the surface reflection. The color range of Tahitian pearls varies from soft silver-gray to deep black, from peacock to green, it is no surprising to find pink, purple refractions at the same time. These refractions are so called overtones. The one or more colors that overlie the body color. On black pearls these colors are usually easiest to see in the lighter areas of the pearl.
Subtle combination of colors such as pink, blue, green and silver are common. Most of refraction of the black pearl color is green or pink. People often describe pearl’s color by using a combination of body color and overtone. On white pearls they are easier to see in the darker areas. For example, peacock Tahitian pearl means black Tahitian pearl with peacock overtone.
Overtone is an important factor to evaluate multicolor pearls (non-white pearls, black pearls for example). Different people have different preference on pearl overtone. White pearls with rose overtone are popular in United States and Japan. In France, people like white pearls with cream overtone. In South America and Spain, yellow and gold pearls are their favorite. Demands for white pearls with rose overtone have been great. So they are more expensive than golden and white pearls. Black Tahitian pearls are costly than traditional pink, lavender or yellow pearls.
There are many colors of pearls: white, gold, silver, pink, red, black, blue, gray and other colors. White with rose overtone is popular and blue-black metallic ribbon is the best. As a matter of fact, there is no high or low for pearl colors. They are all the same. However, the great demand and scarcity for a certain color hike the prices. Even so, the value of color only accounted for 10% for the pearls. Yes, pearl color does affect the price of pearls. This affection is more prominent on saltwater pearl than on freshwater pearl. It differs from type to type. Even pearls in a same category have quite different price level just because of their color. The presence of overtone color can make pearl more valuable. However, pearl jewelry is a decoration to inspire beauty of wearer. It is better to choose suitable one instead of precious one. Your primary concern should be what looks best on you.
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Make your day magical with Bridal Pearl Accessories
18K Multicolor Cultured Akoya Pearl Ring, 6.5mm-7.0mm , AA+< >
Simplistic in style, yet elegant in form. This gorgeous pearl ring and its ingenious design of gently swirling high sheen gold will mesmerize your senses. Its swooping character embraces two beautiful white and black pearls. These genuine Akoya pearls measure approximately 6.5-7.5mm in diameter and have a stunning nacre. The pearls have perfect round shape. Its radiating luster will make this piece enjoyable for years to come. The complicated, curving setting is made of high polished 18kt. Both 18 K white gold and 18K yellow gold are available. Makes a perfect wedding or anniversary gift!
Every woman deserves to special bridal accessories of her own. Choosing the perfect pearl accessories can be one of the most exciting parts about your decision to get married.
White Cultured Freshwater Pearl Necklace, 7.0 mm-8.0mm , AAA< >
This elegant and classic pearl necklace will complement any wardrobe. Its timeless design is highlighted by genuine freshwater cultured pearls measuring 7.0mm-8.0mm each. The pearls have a fantastic luster with round perfection. Wear it casual or dress up any outfit!
Bride pearl jewelry has always been a fantastic and inseparable complement for brides in their special occasions. The symbol of eternal love and purity makes it ideal pearl jewelry for brides. Yes, there’s no better match for a stunning white dress of satin, lace or tulle than the sparkle of bride pearl jewelry set gracing the neck, hand, ears and wrists of beautiful brides.
Simply exquisite, this pearl set features white freshwater pearls. This elegant design is a beautiful choice for a wedding or special occasion and will coordinate beautifully with any dress. It is available in your choice of gold or silver plating.
Black Cultured Tahitian Pearl Pendant, 11mm-12mm , AAA< >
This wonderful pearl pendant incorporates symbols to express ones love and desires. A heart shaped symbol pendant post symbolizes infinite love. The love symbol is accented by glittering round black Tahitian pearl. The pearl pendant has a total combined weight of o.02 carats. It has a large sliding space which makes it able to accommodate just about any chain you would want to put it on. will sit nicely on your neck. This stunning piece is made of 18kt. This pearl pendant is shown in 18k yellow gold but can also be made in 18k white gold.
It is no doubt that Shecy Pearl Jewelry is the ultimate destination for brides to grab the favorite bride pearl jewelry.We make great effort to select the most classic and popular pearl jewelry styles and hope they will fully fit your style and budget. You can find a wide range of dazzling and affordable bride pearl jewelry here that includes pearl necklace, ring, earrings, pendant and pearl jewelry set. No matter you want a vintage and simple style wedding ring or a complete set of matching bride pearl jewelry, they are all available at Shecy Pearl Jewelry. We are always pleased to do you a service and hope you can enjoy your bride pearl jewelry shopping trip here.
As you plan your webbing, you will want to make the moment even more special. Think of our bridal pearl accessories as “must –have” items for the most romantic moment of your life!
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Pearl Authenticity Certificates
We have many times been asked by our customers if a Certificate of Authenticity will be enclosed when they get their pearl jewelry. At ShecyPearls, every piece of Pearl Jewelry comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. Pearl Jewelry Certificate at ShecyPearls assures you that the pearl jewelry you are getting is an actual Shecy product and guarantees the quality and craftsmanship of our pearl jewelry product. ShecyPearls certifies that all pearl jewelry are strictly examined and of 100% authenticity in accordance with the description.
Pearl Certificates of Authenticity is an evident to prove the pearl identity. The certificate is an important issue when it comes to investment quality pearl jewelry. For anything less, a good origin certificate is a bonus. It is an expert's assurance that we got what we paid for. Meanwhile, the certificate is assurance of the investment value of your pearl jewelry in future. Anything bought with investment in mind, should have a reasonable increase in value in time in order to be sold with profit. Pearl jewelry is an investment in beauty and pride of ownership, but not an investment upon which one can reasonably expect to make a profit. Therefore, please do remember, that when you buy, someone is making a profit. The only purpose of the pearl jewelry is to be beautiful. That’s to say, to choose a piece of pearl jewelry only for its foremost purpose - its beauty, and for this, your best advisor is your eye, not certificate. Pearl jewelry and flowers are beautiful, but they are beautiful precisely because they are expensive and lack intrinsic value, which is why it is mostly women who think flowers and jewelry are beautiful. Their beauty lies in their inherent uselessness.
If you are interested in the pearl jewelry at our store, but still feel hesitate to purchase. Go to a local jeweler and ask to see few similar styles, without knowing the certificate details and price. Make your first, second and third choice and then ask for the price. Ask for the price alone and then with the price in mind, look at our pearl jewelry again and figure out if the difference in price corresponds to the difference in appearance, remembering that beauty is the sole purpose of pearl jewelry. Only then ask for the certificates and decide for yourself the level of their importance.
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
DIY your Jewelry with ShecyPearls
At Shecy Pearl Jewelry, we not only provide awesome pearl earrings, necklaces, bracelets and pendants, but also loose pearls and unfinished pearl strands. They are already for your own design. Pearls are popular craft product as they lend an element of mystery, natural beauty to jewelry designs, but making homemade pearl requires the ability to drill holes in dense, strong material that can't be cut without special tools. However, you do not need to worry. We can drill for you for free!
We have many times been questioned about half-drilled and full-drilled pearls. Half-drilled and full-drilled pearls are used for different jewelry. Half-drilled pearl is with a hole that goes only half-way through, instead of all the way through like a normal pearl. There are many findings that are made to take half-drilled pearls, like ring settings and earring posts. For half-drilled pearls, the hole length generally account for about two thirds or three fourths of the diameter of the pearl. Full-drilled pearl with a hole that a wire thread can go through. It is often used for necklaces and pendants. We drilled pearls by manual labor many years ago. Now, we use small drilling machines to make the whole process precise and easy. Various methods have been used for drilling pearls. Generally speaking, we place the pearl at a certain angle from the two sides, and the two holes meet at the centre at last. Some customers ask us if it is possible to drill pearls in size 2-3mm. From the technically perspective, the minimum diameter is 0.3mm for drill holes. As a matter of fact, it is really tough to drill in such small pearls.
The pearls are usually fixed onto a piece of jewelry using special glues, which make up of shellac, turpentine and colophonium. These special glues are used to stick the drilled pearl onto the metal findings. Mix and glue them, and push the metal end to the hole of pearl. It is common for pearls to come loose from rings, earrings and necklaces because pearls are soft and easy to be damaged. Most glue will soften with heat and pearl can easily pull off from the peg. Therefore, they should be protected from extreme temperatures and moisture. If the pearl on your ring or earring has fall off, just keep calm. You can repair it yourself. In fact, it's quite easy to glue a pearl onto a ring or earring if it has come loose. Firstly, try to clean off as much of the old glue as you can, especially for the gunk on the post. Use good glue like E600 and apply it with the tip of a toothpick. When applying the glue, try to get some down into the drill hole. Don’t use too much because it spreads easily and then the glue will on the body of the pearl. The pearl shouldn't be worn until the glue is completely cured.
If you love handcrafted jewelry, why not do it yourself? Just take a first try!
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Shecypearls Spring Sales Up To 50 % Off
Happy spring! As the bright colors blossom everywhere, it is time again for Shecy and you to rejoice and celebrate the return of season! If someone has made your season brighter, then now it’s your turn to sprinkle love and joy with our pearl jewelry in this beautiful season.
With saving of up to 30-50% off on Shecypearls 12 items, you will definitely can afford to get your favorites in this spring! (March 1st---April 10th)
Items for special offer, customers favorites!
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Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Cultured Pearls in China
Nearly all pearls sold in the open market are cultured. This is because cultured pearls are much more numerous and easy to produce and harvest than natural pearls. Thus, cultured pearl jewelry is much more common. Cultured pearls do not have as many surface blemishes as natural pearls tend to have, but they can have more bumps and dents. Cultured pearls tend to have a regular, almost round shape.
Pearl cultivation began in China and was imported to Europe in the 17th century. As the technology improved and pearl cultivation became more profitable, it grew as a business in the late 18th and early 19th centuries until cultivated pearls became the dominant type of genuine pearls found on the market today.
Nowadays, Japan and China are major global suppliers of cultured pearls. In fact, Chinese pearls account for approximately 96% of pearls sold everywhere in the world. Even most pearls sold as Japanese were actually grown on Chinese pearl farms.
Shecy Pearl Jewelry's pearl-production plant is located in Hepu, Beihai city, Guangxi. It is the source of China's finest pearls for centuries and is well known as"the Southern Pearl County". Guangxi is the province in the south-west of China. Guangxi Hepu has cultivated and produced the highest yield of cultured pearls since 1960s. The favorable temperature and sheltered bays offer an ideal living condition for pearls. There is an ancient saying in China: "The West pearls are not as good as the East pearls. But the East pearls are not as good as the South pearls—Hepu pearls." Hepu's fine pearls are considered a national treasure to this day, and were once a valuable tribute to Chinese emperors.
China's first large cultured pearl farm was built in Hepu in 1958. Located in the Guangxi Province in southern China, beside the South Sea and between two rivers, Hepu is an ideal place for pearl cultivation. It has few storms, so oysters can grow in peace in Hepu's calm waters. The water temperature and salinity are perfectly suited to growing pearl-producing oysters. This is why Hepu has been considered China's foremost "pearl town" for centuries.
All of Shecy Pearl Jewelry's fine cultured saltwater pearls come straight from pearl farm in legendary Hepu - South China Sea pearl town. Shecy Pearls freshwater pearls are from Chinese freshwater pearl town - Shanxiahu, Zhejiang. Zhejiang is an eastern coastal province of China, serving as the source for China's freshwater pearls. China produces more than 95 percent of world pearl production. The rich resources of cultured pearls (saltwater and freshwater pearls) ensure us to offer our customers the best quality of pearls with favorable price.