The pearl necklace is a priceless ornament depending on the value of the pearls. The pearl necklace serves a double purpose – draws attention to the wealth and status of the wearer as well as to the curves of the feminine form. However the pearl necklace has not been the sole prerogative of the female in ancient times kings and rulers in old civilizations wore long necklaces decorated with jumbo pearls to flaunt their wealth and power.
The pearl is the birthstone for those born in June and this gem is compared to the gentle moon. Pearl necklaces may be of two types the pearl necklace that is fashioned out of natural pearls and the pearl necklace crafted from artificial pearls or pearls that have been carefully farmed and harvested by man.
The passion for necklaces continues from ancient times to modern days without a break. No dress was complete without a necklace. The Egyptians and Israelites as well as the Greeks and Romans wore necklaces thickly set with priceless gems. India was the fabled land of pearls and gems. So too was China. |
