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For our March Monthly Special, we have selected our 7.5-8.0mm Akoya pearl stud earrings which are the perfect fit for Spring!  Simple and refreshing, as well as a timeless Classic, our Akoya pearls have amazing luster and shine, perfect symmetry and are available in overtones of Rose, Ivory and Silver! With your choice of 14K White or Yellow Gold, you can’t go wrong! Akoya pearl studs have long been considered an essential staple of a woman’s wardrobe: if you don’t have a pair, be sure to take advantage of this amazing offer and get yours today!

Question:  Why are Black Akoya pearls really dark blue? Thank you!  Linda R.Wisconsin  Answer:  Hi Linda, The majority of color treatments for enhanced Akoya pearls are done in the processing plants in Japan and Hong Kong, but in truth very little is known about the processes as the details are kept under lock and key by the processing technicians-turned-artists.   The production of modern dyes did not come into being until 1856, when the first synthesized organic dye was invented by Sir William Perkin. During an experiment to help his mentor create artificial quinine (a compound required for the treatment of malaria) he combined oxidized aniline and potassium dichromate.  Aniline is a chemical compound resulting from the distillation of the Indigo-yielding plant Indigofera anil, the name anil being derived from the Sanskrit nila: dark blue. Japanese pearl processors began sending their first cultured pearls for color enhancement to Paris in the 1920’s where the largest dye houses were located at the time. Although the method of dyeing was well known, the actual coloring agents employed remained a secret for decades.  Aniline dyes come in thousands of colors, but the most popular and traditional pigments for Akoya pearls are blue, purple, green and brown. The resulting pearl color is neither ‘black’ nor a true blue, green or purple, but rather a blackish-blue or blackish-green that is extremely distinctive.  The pearls are submerged in the dye, which is heated, until the pearls attain the right saturation levels. The porous surface of the pearl allows the dye to seep through the surface and penetrate the underlying crystalline and organic layers. There, the pigment circulates and then concentrates in the concentric conchiolin layers of the pearl. The darker conchiolin layers are able to absorb the dye easily over an immersion period of several weeks that ensures the correct color levels are attained and evenly distributed over the surface of the pearl.

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February’s Prominent Pearl Sighting goes to Katherine Heigl!! She looked absolutely radiant in her sparkling Silver gown and a simply stunning strand of cultured Black Tahitian pearls! Best known for her role as “Izzy” in Grey’s Anatomy which airs on ABC, on January 7^th she stepped out in style for the Los Angeles premier of her newest movie: 27 Dresses. The exotic Black Tahitian pearls looked absolutely amazing, taking center stage under the lights that night and reaffirming their place in the fashion world as the perfect accessory. If she’d ever like to get another strand we know exactly who she can call! Psst, Katherine: we love your pearls!

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I am very excited to introduce a new Limited Edition pendant, created just for our Valentine’s Day customers! Our whimsical Dragonfly and Tahitian Pearl pendant is the perfect way to bring a smile to her eyes on the big day! We have a very limited supply of these beautiful pieces, so it’s best to act quickly because once we are sold out, this delightful pendant is gone forever! This is a great chance to give your loved one something truly unique and a joy for her to wear forever! The pendant itself measures a little over an inch wide, has diamond pave accents totaling .20cts for the perfect amount of sparkle, and an 8.0-9.0mm, AAA Quality black Tahitian pearl that is mounted independently for a little extra movement.

Again, we only have 35 of these Limited Edition Dragonfly and Tahitian pearl pendants, and Valentine’s Day is less than 10 days away! Get yours now before these one of a kind pendants are gone forever!

Hi Everybody! Valentine’s Day is looming large- the most romantic day of the year is less than two weeks away and counting! Sometimes finding the perfect gift can be a little daunting, but don’t worry- the staff here at PurePearls.com put their heads together and have put together a list of Valentine’s Day ideas for him and her that won’t leave you out in the cold! 
1)       Golden Dipped Roses.  A thing of beauty lasts forever, and this over the top gesture will have her giggling like a school girl!
2)       Luxurious Bamboo Bath Caddy. The wooden caddy straddles both sides of the tub and has space for everything needed for a truly relaxing soak in the bathtub. 
3)       Subscription to a Wine of the Month Club.  There are a variety of services to choose from that will deliver their latest selections to your home once a month- it’s the gift that keeps giving all year long!
4)       Vosges Chocolates!  What Valentine’s Day would be complete without chocolate?  Indulge your taste buds with the ultimate in truly sumptuous confections.  A fun bonus includes a “How to Taste Chocolate” checklist that guides you step by yummy step in making the most out of every bite.
5)       Tahitian or Akoya Pearl Cufflinks from PurePearls.com are the perfect men’s accessory for an evening out on the town!
6)       Perfumes and Colognes.  Some of our favorites include Burberry for Men, Lovely by Sarah Jessica Parker and for a truly seductive scent, try Jean Paul Gaultier!
7)       LaCie Golden Disk.  This ultra modern, ultra sleek high speed Golden Storage is the perfect gift for the technophile in your life.  Designed by Oro-Ito, this hard drive brings distinctive style to the work environment.
       A Big Fuzzy Blanket is perfect for cuddling up on those lazy Sunday mornings, when cuddling is the only thing in the world you’d want to do!
9)       Limited Edition Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Pendant from PurePearls.com!  We couldn’t resist…!
10)   For a gesture that is truly from the Heart, nothing beats getting a homemade Valentine!  Fun handmade coupons redeemable for various services such as Breakfast In Bed can be hidden inside for an extra bit of fun for your honey- just don’t forget to put an expiration date on them!