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I think that I should get things going by first addressing why anyone would want a pearl necklace in the first place. It’s a fact that diamonds, rubies, or even sapphires are flashier gems than pearls. However, a pearl necklace is a statement piece that, given the proper love and care, will last for generations and won’t steal the show away from where it should be – the wearer – but instead will enhance her natural beauty.

Owning a pearl necklace is a sort of milestone in a girl’s life. It says that she is elegant, and sophisticated. Just think of Audrey Hepburn, Coco Chanel, and Jackie Kennedy Onassis, all of them elegant, glamorous women and fashion icons. Because of this connotation, a beautiful strand of pearls can be used to dress up any outfit – even jeans! – and take it to the next level. Pearls also look great with gowns and formal wear, of course, and some brides may even choose to wear a pearl necklace at their weddings.

When you think of pearls, you may be thinking that they are only available in white, and only as perfectly round gems. This is untrue! You can get a pearl necklace in a variety of colors and styles, from pink, lavender, black (very rare and often dyed), blue, yellow, to white. Freshwater pearls especially have a wide color range since pearl farmers are able to control the color by putting small amounts of metal in the water. There are also many options when it comes to size and shape! The most common pearl size is roughly 7mm but they can be either smaller (like rice pearls) or much much larger. Of course, the larger pearls will be more expensive. You can pick round, teardrop shaped, or baroque pearls for your pearl necklace, among others. Don’t limit yourself!

A Pearl Necklace is an Heirloom Item

If you buy a good quality necklace and give it some TLC, your pearls could last for generations to come. Many women treasure the pearl necklaces given to them by their mothers or grandmothers – wouldn’t you like to have one to pass on? It is worth it to buy natural pearls and not imitations! Faux pearls may chip, but real pearls are far more resistant to chipping and have more luster and depth. You can wear them on your wedding day – or on any other special occasion – and your daughter (or granddaughter) could wear them on hers. Think of all the memories that necklace will invoke! Pearl necklaces are also treasured because they used to be so rare (before cultured pearls became the norm) and they still carry connotations of power, wealth, and grace.

In short, a pearl necklace is a great statement piece and heirloom, and a must have in any woman’s jewelry collection.