For Western mourning garments, it is customary to display jewelry. White pearl necklaces are most common for funerals. As a true color of the natural world itself, it is said that white is a suitable color because it symbolizes pure tears that remind us of death. Gray...
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The Versatility of a Long Akoya Pearl Necklace
There are different lengths of pearl necklaces. Some prefer the choker type, others choose a mid-length or long necklace. A long pearl necklace is a highly versatile fashion accessory. You can style and arrange your necklace in a multitude of ways. Wearing your...
People + Nature = GEM – Only One Living Gem Stone – Pearls
People + Nature = GEM – Only One Living Gem Stone – Pearls
Luster – The Most Important Factor to Determine the Value of Pearls
Beautiful shine of gem stones like diamond is only realized by cutting or polishing, whereas the beautiful luster of pearls are gifted as they are born in the nature.
Wearing Akoya Pearl Necklace in Singapore in 2023
Singapore, known for its multicultural ambiance and modern fashion sense, is a city where wearing pearl necklaces is not only accepted but also celebrated.
Jewelry Coordination
Jewelry is often considered a reflection of our personalities. The following are some jewelry coordination tips and information we at Pearl Falco like to share with our customers and clients. In order to achieve a more uniform coordination, we recommend thinking about...
Book a Pearl Appreciation Workshop at Pearl FALCO Today!
Due to popular demand, we are now offering our Signature Pearl Appreciation Workshops both online and at our new flagship store, Downtown Gallery. We will share our understanding and appreciation of pearls, how to differentiate pearl types and how to determine the...
A Brief History of Akoya Pearl Farming in Ise Shima
Ise Shima is the foremost location on earth that shares beautifully cultivated round Akoya pearls worldwide. In 1890, Mr Kokichi Mikimoto, a trader from Ise Shima, sought to create diamond grade pearls and devoted years to better understand oyster cultivation in Ise...
The Difference Between Akoya Saltwater Pearls and Freshwater Pearls
It is quite common to see white pearl jewelry these days. Of the types of white pearls available, how can one tell the difference? Freshwater pearls are produced mainly in China. Bivalve mussels are cultivated in lakes and ponds to produce tens to hundreds of pearls...