South Sea pearls are something that would be perfect as a present for any special occasion. They come in different sizes and colours and will compliment any outfit or skin tone. Pearls are a very popular choice for brides because the colour goes so well with wedding dresses. These would also make a lovely gift for each and every bridesmaid so that everyone is completely coordinated.

Where Do South Sea Pearls Come From

These pearls are collected mainly from Australia, Myanmar and Indonesia. They come from the pearl oyster or the pearl mussel. The pearl is created when foreign matter enters the shell. It causes an irritation which leads to the development of the pearl. Lots of oyster shells have to be collected and opened up to reveal the jewel.

This used to be a job of trial and error as you could never guarantee that you would find a pearl in every shell that you opened. However special pearl farms have now been established. The growth of the pearls and the success rate of finding them have significantly increased because the foreign matter that makes the jewel grow is now introduced to the oyster shell by man. This is why South Sea pearls are known as cultured pearls. They are produced under controlled conditions. This is the most prolific pearl that is sold worldwide.

Finding the best South Sea pearl earrings is a much easier job nowadays because you can look online to find the best deals possible.

A single pearl necklace would look lovely with a pair of South Sea pearl earrings.