OMG!!! So, I just went to the ShopNBC website, and found a link to the Pearlfection jewelry. First, the description is laughable. the photo unattractive, and completely overpriced. I saw the white baroque photo and saw it was $149. Anyone reading this who doesn't know, go to PearlParadise and you can get a genuine strand of CFWP in baroque shape, with a choice of color for the same price.
But what really upset me was the link at the bottom of the picture stating something lke 'California residents only: Proposition 65 warning'
So of course I clicked to see what it said
Here is a quote:
"Prop 65 warning: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. "
Seriously, this is a WTF moment for me. Wash your hands after handling your pearls? Yeah, that really makes me want to string them around my neck. Forget that they are fake, ugly and over-priced, but they can also physically harm me.
Wow, what a deal. God, I hope anyone who considers buyng them reads this. Although above that notice it does say it meets FDA standards. So maybe the risk is minimal. I guess I just wouldn't buy any jewelry that came with a waring label.