The main reason for simulated pearls is about their limited in supply source. Although now, people know to culture pearls, not only wait for their natural product but the demand in the jewelry market is still too highand cannot wait for all natural made pearls. Therefore, the simulate pearls have made their way to the world of jewelry.
The origin of simulated pearls was dated back to the first century, based on the document wrote by Wang Chung about a process to make pearls from chemicals in his book in the year of 83 A.D. However, the technique about simulated pearls were back to interest in the 17th century when Jacquin, the French rosary maker developed a coating of glass beads by fish scales and wax. Not only the above records, but also record of Native American also indicated about simulated pearl using clay beads coated with fish scale solution and bake insunlight.
Anyway, no matter what method used for simulated pearls, the main idea is to capture the beauty and elegance of nature pearls. Fine quality of simulated pearls is created recently for every pearl lovers; girls and ladies. You can get the high quality of pearl simulated from the brand like Majorica and Pearlfection, for the cheaper price with the look of the natural pearl. You can also mix the fine pearl simulates with genuine diamonds, gemstones, gold, silver and other metals for the best look in your jewelry pieces.
If you decide to go with the simulated pearls, you don’t have to be worry about how to take care them. The principal for jewelry clean and care is similar with other jewelry. You need a damp soft cloth for gentle wipe on jewelry surface. Also, avoid the ultra-sonic machine as it can ruin the jewelry surface just like the genuine cultured pearls. Beware of surface scratching and chemical reaction. At the end, you need to let your jewelry dry in a proper way before keep them back in their box. Cover each piece with separated pouch or piece of cloth is the best way to keep your jewelry in their best look. With all these caring, your simulated pearl jewelry will last for a long time.
