The Pearl Journal
The Pearl Journal
Pearl Buying Guides
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Best Place to Buy Akoya Pearls: Why It Is De Blancas
The best place to buy Akoya pearls is not necessarily Tokyo, Osaka, or Japan. Compare De Blancas 7.0-7.5mm Akoya pearl studs against The Pearl Source, Pearl Paradise, and Pearls of...
Freshwater Akoya Pearls: What the Term Really Means
A buyer-friendly guide to the phrase freshwater Akoya, why it is a misleading term, and how to compare freshwater and saltwater Akoya pearls with clearer documentation.