 A freshwater mollusk can produce up to 50 pearls but it is common practice to have them produce 24-32 pearls - that is still an awful lot of pearls! After the mollusks have tiny pieces of shell inserted, they, are then returned to their freshwater environment where they are tended for 2-6 years. The resulting pearls are of solid nacre. Since they do not have a "bead" nucleus, the pearls are rarely perfectly round but are still lovely to use in jewelry!  More pearl earrings for the June birthday girl! The birthstone for June is Pearl - pearl earrings are especially nice combined with sterling silver. Want to know more about pearls? Go here to find some interesting facts about freshwater pearls!
 The birthstone for June is the on so popular and elegant pearl! Pearls are likely to be one of your best friends in your jewelry box. These are unique earrings because they combine the warmth of copper with the warmth of freshwater pearls, a perfect pairing!
 Sterling Silver Pearl Cross Earrings Hand-stamped sterling silver cross earrings with genuine freshwater pearls hand wrapped in thin sterling silver wire. These make a lovely Mother's Day gift or birthday gift for her. These drop cross earrings are sure to please - a gift for you? Great idea! You deserve !   How to prevent tarnish on sterling silver jewelry Need a couple of quick tips to keep sterling silver from tarnishing? Here are 4 things you can do: 1. keep in an airtight bag - a Ziplock works great for this 2. don't store your jewelry in the bathroom (the moisture can cause tarnish) 3. store your jewelry in "tarnish" cloth, available at your local fabric shop (you might have to ask for it); you can just wrap the cloth around your jewelry - it's doesn't have to be in a bag 4. include a small desiccant pack with your jewelry - the little packs that come with a new pair of shoes or a new purse That's it! Enjoy your sterling silver jewelry, tarnish-free!  Sterling silver swirl earrings  Sterling silver dangle earrings These are some of the most popular dangle earrings of all time for my shop. Everyone loves sterling silver, so that is part of the charm but I think the rest of the story is in the "flexibility" of these silver earrings - they move with you and are just so much fun to wear because of that! These earrings would make a great gift for mom (a Mother's Day gift) - you can choose silver, silver and gold or silver and copper. Scroll down to see these dangle earrings in a sweet combination of sterling silver and gold filled!  Sterling silver and gold dangle earrings  Sterling silver freshwater pearl earrings Honestly, there earrings seem to be everyone's favorite - whether for themselves or for a gift for mom or daughter. There is a classic look to hand hammered sterling silver earrings; freshwater pearls have been popular in women's jewelry for a very long time. The size is also important to the popularity of these silver earrings, I think. Measuring just a little over 1" in length, they are just right for any occasion, any hairstyle and any outfit. No thinking needed in the morning - just thrown them on & go!  Handmade hoop earrings Simple handmade hoop earrings! These are wonderful just because they are so classic and comfortable. They measure about 1.25" long, including the handmade sterling silver earwires.
 Matching earrings from the Strata Collection - Layered Necklaces These sterling silver earrings have a knotted appearance due to the way the rings are put together. The are a great match to the other pieces in the Strata Collection - Layered Necklaces   Dangle earrings with pearls The shortest pearl dangle earrings from the Strata Collection. The pearls are oval shaped and are about 1/2" in length.  Short dangle earrings |
 Laura Teague
Laura lives in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and creates jewelry inspired by ancient and contemporary designs and motifs. |
