I have revised and polished an article I wrote some time ago about how to choose pearls, making it clearer and easier to read.
The ideas in this article form the foundation of how I choose pearls for Flower Jem. You could even say that they are a culmination of what I learned during my years working in the pearl industry.
They are also connected to a practical question: how can we find attractive pearls at a reasonable price?
By understanding the six elements that make up the beauty of a pearl, you may also discover more about your own preferences—what you personally find beautiful, whether those preferences are related to pearl quality, and how each element influences the price of a pearl.
I hope this article can serve as one useful guide when choosing pearls.