About our Pearls

  Golden Pearls   Do you know about Golden Pearls? They are the one of most luxurious range of pearls. They are produced by the Golden Lipped Mussel – a rare breed that is only found in north-west Australia Sea. They are extravagant and naturally golden coloured. Not only are the Golden Lipped Oysters rare, not every one of them is guaranteed of producing pearls. It has a gestation period of between 2 to 4 years which is a lot longer than other type of pearls.

Posted On: 15/12/2018

Keshi Pearls Jewellery   When I first started becoming interested in pearls I was bewildered by the variety of shapes, sizes and colours that I found myself looking at. Surely, I thought, a pearl is a pearl? They are round, prohibitively expensive, white or cream, or, if you are very lucky, pale pink. Black pearls were a myth, weren’t they – the objects of legend but out of the reach of ordinary mortals like myself if they existed at all, a bit like black roses and ca

Posted On: 14/12/2014

  Pearl Pendant and Drop Earrings Through the ages, pearls can truly be said to have become “all things to all men”. These lovely gems are heavy with symbolism and have been adopted by many different cultures as symbols of purity, fertility and also power and authority. A Japanese legend tells us that pearls were the tears of mermaids, nymphs and angels. In India, China and Japan, pearls play a legendary part: who has not heard of the Chinese Dragon who wears a pearl

Posted On: 01/11/2014

  Pearl Rope Necklaces A Very Fine Christmas Gift   I am very, very fond of pearl rope necklaces! Of all the types of necklaces available, ropes are the most versatile as they can be worn in so many ways. Wear them as a single strand and they make you feel royal. Queen Elizabeth the First didn’t so much wear pearls as festoon herself in them and Coco Chanel once said: “A woman needs ropes and ropes of pearls!” A pearl rope can be worn

Posted On: 21/10/2014

  Pearls and Pearl Jewellery from the Earliest Times   Pearls - the very word conjures up visions of opulence! How were they first found? Nobody really knows, but since the earliest times of pre-recorded history, human beings have coveted and adorned themselves with pearls. I can imagine the first person who, having found an oyster on the beach and broken it open, looked in wonder at the lustrous pearl lying inside and realised that they were looking at something of g

Posted On: 04/10/2014

  Three Strand Pearl Necklaces The Three-strand pearl necklace is a fashion standard and has been one of the staples of every fashion-conscious lady for a very long time. Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II is particularly fond of these and is known to have three sets of triple-strand pearl necklaces which form the basis of her wardrobe. One of these beautiful necklaces was a gift to her from her grandfather, King George V, to celebrate his Silver Jubilee in 1935. Another was a g

Posted On: 16/10/2013

  A beautiful selection of freshwater pearl necklaces for the sophisticated woman The pearl necklace is one of the most iconic and instantly recognisable types of pearl jewellery representing quality, beauty and charm.   White Keshi Pearl Necklace   In the past pearl jewellery was the most expensive jewellery in the world, and so it is not surprising that pearl necklaces are seen in the portraits of the rich, famous, and beau

Posted On: 14/11/2013

  Pearl Necklaces and Bracelets with Magnetic Clasps   Pearl Necklaces and Bracelets with magnetic clasps have become more and more popular because they are so easy to use.  Pearl Island has various magnetic clasps, including sterling silver, silver plated and glass rhinestone, in many shapes, round, barrel or heart shape.  We will match the best magnetic clasps to the style and type of pearl. At Pearl Island, we design and make our jewellery in

Posted On: 24/10/2013

  Grey Pearl Necklace Bracelet and Earrings   Grey is the colour that represents intellect and wisdom.  It is perceived as classic or modern, long-lasting, and often as sleek or refined.  A quality grey pearl necklace not only looks dignified, but also lends a timeless elegance to any outfit with which it is worn. Pearl Island's Prestige 3 Strand Silver Grey Pearl Necklace looks absolutely impressive.      

Posted On: 10/10/2013

  Circle Pearls or Circlet Pearl Jewellery   Circle pearls or circlet pearls have growth rings on their surfaces. They look different from traditional smooth surface round pearls.  No one knows what causes these rings to occur. These pearls are normally larger (9-11mm) than traditional round pearls (7-8mm), but come at more affordable prices than round pearls.  They have become more and more popular in last few years, since people accept these natura

Posted On: 07/04/2013

Hot Summer Trend - Ankle Bracelets This summer’s hot trend is to wear sterling silver ankle bracelets with pendants of freshwater pearls and is the perfect way to dress up your legs.  Whether you are jetting off to somewhere exotic or you are going to make the best of the English weather you’ve probably got your wardrobe sorted, you’ll have the pretty ballerina shoes and flips flops but don’t forget the ankle bracelet to complete the look, emphasize

Posted On: 04/07/2012

Celebrity Style Pearl Jewellery Sets Pearl Island has the most extensive range and variety of designs of pearl earrings you could possibly wish for, be it stud with a single pearl or drop with one or more pearls, they are unique, best quality, and very affordable. All jewellery is handmade in the UK with genuine pearls; they are timeless and extremely elegant.   Pearl earrings that can be matched with necklaces and bracelets are always fashionable and are very often worn by t

Posted On: 01/06/2012