Within distinguish between real pearls and Pearls Natural Pearls.

The only difference between them is that natural pearls begin to be

produced by a natural accident while cultured pearls are initiated

by human action.

Cultured pearls represent approximately 95% of the amount traded.

An experienced jeweler can usually see through the hole that crosses a pearl and determine its origin. However, the only sure way to differentiate between Natural and Cultured Pearl is through X-ray

The best imitation pearls are made of glass beads, ceramic or plastic shell covered with a varnish generally made of lacquer and ground fish scales to simulate the iridescence and color of the pearl.