Cultured pearls in Dubai

[Caitlin]

It's hard to get news of the culturing operation in Dubai, but here is a photo. Clink link to get more photos

http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/photo/2012-12/04/c_132018038_10.htm

(Source:sznews.com/Agency)
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xinhua has has a few pearl articles that come up in a search.
this one is about an archaeological site where a big trade, including pearls is being excavated.

 

[Caitlin]

Ok, Here it is
http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/photo/2013-12/05/c_132943912_3.htm.
Great photos of an interesting site and info that mentions pearls amongst the other items.

 

[AMc]

Wow Caitlin- nice find! I had no idea there was pearl trade going through Tanzania! Really great photos, too. Thanks for posting!

 

[GemGeek]

Beautiful photos.