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Edible Oysters vs Pearl Oysters - Marina Korneev

Pearl Basics

Edible Oysters vs Pearl Oysters

By Marina Korneev

Edible oysters and pearl oysters are not the same animal. Here’s the biology behind why only one produces gem-quality nacre.

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How I String Pearl Necklaces: Step-by-Step Knotting Technique - Marina Korneev

PEARL CARE & AUTHENTICITY

How I String Pearl Necklaces: Step-by-Step Knotting Technique

Marina Korneev
By Marina Korneev

How I personally knot and string pearl necklaces — my step-by-step technique with photos, from the first knot to the finished clasp.

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How I String Pearl Necklaces: Tools and What to Know Before You Start - Marina Korneev

PEARL CARE & AUTHENTICITY

How I String Pearl Necklaces: Tools and What to Know Before You Start

Marina Korneev
By Marina Korneev

The tools I use for stringing pearl necklaces, how to prepare your pearls, and what to know before you start — with step-by-step photos.

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How to Tell if Pearls Are Real (Without Guessing) - Marina Korneev

PEARL CARE & AUTHENTICITY

How to Tell if Pearls Are Real (Without Guessing)

By Marina Korneev

Real pearls have characteristics imitations cannot fully replicate. Here’s how to identify genuine pearls using visual inspection, the friction test, and price.

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Are Pearls in Style Right Now? (And Why They’re Back) - Marina Korneev

Pearl Styling

Are Pearls in Style Right Now? (And Why They’re Back)

By Marina Korneev

Gold is at record highs. Diamonds are fighting for relevance. Pearls have quietly stepped back into the spotlight — and the reasons are worth understanding.

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New Year, New Pearls: 2026 Pearl Jewelry Trends - Marina Korneev

STYLE & TRENDS

New Year, New Pearls: 2026 Pearl Jewelry Trends

By Marina Korneev

Pearls are having a full-blown renaissance in 2026 — baroque shapes, bold colors, oversized statements, and everyday wear. Here are the 8 trends redefining what...

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