When looking at the value of pearls, there are two main characteristics to consider: size, measured in millimeters, and the quality of the finish, or nacre coating, which gives a pearl its luster. Pearls require no polishing or faceting to shine. There are several types of pearls. Natural pearls are made by mollusks without human intervention, whereas cultured pearls, also grown by mollusks, require the addition of an irritant to the shell in order to make the pearl grow. Natural pearls are very rare and since the 1920s, most pearls used in jewelry are either cultured or imitation. That is why it is important to understand the difference and trust the source of your jewelry.

Shayna B Jewelry uses only the finest cultivated pearls. We believe we can provide you a beautiful, quality product and be environmentally responsible using cultivated pearls as opposed to scouring our oceans for natural ones. We guarantee the use of cultivated pearls in our jewelry, not imitation pearls.

We hope you enjoy our jewelry that features cultivated pearls and wear it with pride, knowing that in your choice of Shayna B Jewelry you are being environmentally responsible.

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