| Buying a piece of jewelry is an investment. When | | | | When two genuine pearls are rubbed together, it will |
| used on special occasions, a genuine gem's luster will | | | | not be a smooth. There will be a 'grainy' touch |
| shine and will signify elegance. In informal events, it can | | | | between the two objects. The face version will be |
| signify simplicity. | | | | very smooth as it is covered with a compound that will |
| When an opportunity exists; it is wise to purchase | | | | make it shine. When allowed by the seller, try to slide |
| genuine one as it can be used through the generation | | | | the bead in your teeth. The imitation one will be very |
| without losing its luster. But before parting away with | | | | smooth while the genuine bead will be gritty. |
| your hard earned cash for your planned precious ear | | | | The Touch Test |
| piece, be aware that there are a lot of imitation pearls | | | | Real pearls are known to be able to quickly adapt to |
| that are being sold in the market. It is therefore | | | | our body temperature. Then you rub them gently in |
| important that you follow simple guides in buying | | | | your cheek, it is supposed to feel cool. Imitations will |
| genuine pearl earrings. | | | | have the same temperature as the environment they |
| Buy from Reputable Sellers | | | | are exposed in. |
| Although more expensive than others, reputable | | | | The Weight Factor |
| vendors will be able to guarantee that the earpiece | | | | Real pearls produced naturally by the oyster will be |
| that you need is real. They have a name at stake and | | | | heavier than their imitation counterpart. |
| they are not in the business of duping people. When | | | | The Luster Effect |
| requested; they will even specify in the document that | | | | The real gem will have a lasting luster as soon as you |
| the gem you have purchased are real. | | | | rub them with a piece of clothing. By simply looking |
| Look for Imperfections | | | | closely at the luster of the bead, you will notice that |
| Genuine pearls are made from oysters that thrive in | | | | there is a deep shine within. The imitation will only shine |
| waters. A perfect natural gem is rare and will cost a | | | | in the surface. |
| lot of money. The real one will have small imperfection | | | | By simply following some basic guides, you will be able |
| as they grow inside the oysters for years. A small nick | | | | to purchase your genuine pearl earrings with |
| in the surface of the bead will not be seen when you | | | | confidence that will shine through the years. |
| are not looking for it. Despite the imperfection, the | | | | Regardless if the earrings are set in gold, white gold, |
| natural one will still give a very good luster. | | | | silver or titanium, it will be elegant to wear. |
| The Rub Test | | | | |