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    Pearls in chinese history

    Pearls are prominently featured in any 'historical' drama series over in Asia, so my impression is that Chinese have a long history with pearls. Apart from using them in medicine and cosmetics (literally as 'pearl powder'), you see pearls in most imperial portraits as they form part of the...
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    Lane, Crawford, LTD. Pearls?

    Lane Crawford is certainly still in business. I didn't check out their jewellery section when I was in Hong Kong, but I think they no longer sell Mikimoto pearls. http://www.lanecrawford.com FYI there is a very nice Mikimoto boutique in IFC Mall if you ever go to Hong Kong. Saw a gorgeous...
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    Which strand should I get? (Urgent advice needed)

    My earlier reply is pending moderation, so not sure if this post will appear, but anyway... I have been oscillating between a matching pair of studs or dangling earrings all afternoon, and then while watching (yet another) re-run of 'Made of Honor' on TV, noticed Michelle Monaghan's pearl...
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    Which strand should I get? (Urgent advice needed)

    Oh yes, my thoughts too but I am not sure if it's cos of the camera focus (could it cause the pearls to look less lustrous??). First time I am buying pearls via photos/online so I am really nervous. I would like to have some unbiased opinions from you pearl experts so let me keep the mystery...
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    Which strand should I get? (Urgent advice needed)

    Dear pearl lovers, I am fairly new to pearls and am jumping in to the world of pearl lovers with a strand of classic white freshwater pearls. I have been staring at this pic forever without being able to come to a conclusion. Which strand do you think I should get? Any advice from you...
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