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Pearls have been admired by people for thousands of years for their beauty, symbolism, and magical attractiveness. Nowadays the significance of this one-of-a-kind gem is as high as ever, for it unites ancient legends, healing traditions, and contemporary jewelry art.

Legends and myths about pearl’s origin
From ancient times people have been using lofty explanations of where pearls come from. In Indian mythology pearls are believed to be the tears of the sea mourning the death of a snake king. In some cultures, pearls were thought to be frozen raindrops or petrified moonlight. Such images emphasized pearl’s magical nature and its spiritual value.

Rich people believed that drinking wine from mother-of-pearl goblets with a pearl inside would neutralize poison. Pearl was also considered to be a charm of luck and longevity, especially for women born under the sign of Pisces.

Pearls' ability to heal and purify energy

In ancient times, pearls were believed to have many healing properties. They were used in eye diseases treatment, for teeth strengthening, blood composition improving and as a cure for heartache. Pearls were also used to treat insomnia, asthma, liver diseases, and even snake bites. They were even thought to be helpful for having a safe pregnancy.

In Oriental philosophy pearl is associated with Yin energy, representing peace and harmony.  It is believed to have a calming effect, support nervous and digestive systems as well as liver and kidneys. Pearls should be worn on the skin to make their powers work. It is, however, recommended to take off your jewelry at night.

Interesting Facts about Pearls

  • The first written record that mentions pearls was made in China around 2200 BC.
  • Pearls symbolized power and wealth in ancient Rome. In times of Julius Caesar only the elite were allowed to wear them.
  • A story says that Cleopatra once dissolved a pearl in vinegar and drank it to show Mark Antony how rich she was.
  • In the Middle Ages pearls were so valuable that common people were forbidden to wear them.
  • Thanks to modern technologies pearls can be grown in a variety of shapes, such as hearts, stars, buttons, and drops, which are all popular in fashion 
  • The Pearl of Lao Tzu also known as the Pearl of Allah weighs more than 6 kg. Found off the coast of the Philippines in 1934, it has a brain-like shape and is worth more than 40 million USD.

Pearls are more than just gemstones. Not only is it beauty that they bear – pearls also relate to history, mythology and cultural depth, at the same time carrying a symbolism of femininity, purity, and inner power. By now they have become an inherent part of jewelry business around the globe. Modern farming methods make pearls available all over the world. This makes pearl jewelry a great choice for stores looking for a trusted wholesale supplier like Gaura Pearls.

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