Pearls have a history that dates back to ancient times. In fact, these small wonders of nature were given as gifts to Chinese royalty as early as 2300 BC. In ancient Rome, pearl jewellery was the ultimate status symbol, so precious that in the 1st century BC, Julius Caesar passed a law limiting the use of these gems to the ruling classes.
With such a rich and fascinating history, it's no wonder pearls are still revered and worn on any occasion. Let's discover more about these fascinating stones and the various Nomination pearl jewellery sets you must have.
Formation of a Pearl
Let's start by discovering how pearls are formed - in an extraordinary way. A pearl begins to take shape when an irritating substance, such as a parasite or a small fragment of shell, accidentally deposits inside an oyster. This "intrusion" induces the oyster to react and defend itself, leading to the production of a crystalline substance called nacre. The nacre then gradually accumulates in thin layers around the foreign body, creating the pearl.
The Different Types of Pearls
There are various types of pearls, each with its own story and unique characteristics. Tahitian pearls, for example, come from the waters of French Polynesia and are distinguished by their dark colour, often ranging from grey to black. Akoya pearls, cultivated in Japan, China, and Vietnam, are famous for their lustre, while South Sea pearls, from very large oysters, are found in the waters of Australia, the Philippines, and Indonesia and are known for their significant size and lustre. Then there are the baroque pearls, also known as "Scaramazza pearls," with their unique and irregular shape, making them very different from the round and perfectly spherical ones.
Baroque pearls can be oval, drop-shaped, button-shaped, or have other irregular shapes, and it is precisely this irregularity that gives them a unique appearance and a natural charm. There are also cultured pearls, artificially created by introducing an irritant inside the oyster to trigger the pearl formation process.
Nomination’s Scaramazza and Crystal Pearl Jewellery
At Nomination, you can find various pearl jewellery pieces, such as earrings, bracelets, and necklaces, made unique by Scaramazza pearls and crystal pearls, with a unique design, perfect for completing any outfit elegantly. If you're looking for something casual yet chic, the Melodie crystal pearl earrings will be perfect, available with either a heart-shaped pendant or a beautiful star-shaped pendant.
However, if you want to wear baroque pearls, you must have a look at the Kate Scaramazza pearl bracelet in 925 silver, available with a surface coating in White Rhodium, Yellow Gold, or Rose Gold, made using an electroplating bath and with freshwater Scaramazza pearls and coloured stones. And, to complete the look impeccably, you must also wear the Scaramazza pearl necklace from the same Kate collection: absolutely romantic.
If, on the other hand, you're looking for something less demanding, the SeiMia crystal pearl necklace will be perfect for you, in 925 Silver with a surface coating in White Rhodium and with a lobster clasp closure, perfect in combination with the Melodie crystal pearl bracelet, made unique by a small heart and an elegant, star. Want a customised jewel? Create it yourself, thanks to the Composable Links: if you love pearls, you must absolutely have the Steel Link with White Pearl and heart in 925 Silver!
