Of all the gemstones, pearl is the only gem that is produced by a living creature. While nature and time is critical in the process of producing a sparkling jewel, an oyster is important to produce a pearl. Of all the oysters, only a certain variety of salt and fresh water oysters can produce pearls of high market value. Of the known pearl-making oysters, not all are able to produce pearls in their natural environment. In about three tons of oysters believed to be producers of high quality pearls, there will only be less than five pearls that will be of any value to a jeweller. Now that the delicate art of pearl cultivation had been successfully fine crafted, this gem is being delivered to the world market in volumes. This is how my pearl bracelet became available to me.

Thanks to Diva Fabulosa, an awesome fashion blog, who gave me pearls from Palawan Island. Thank you so much Mommy Jade!! Check out her other awesome blogs:  Gowns and Heels, Beauty and Fashion Diva, Health and Beauty Diva, The Pinay Blogger, Online Chikadora, Pinay Jade and Momma Finally!!