My Mamma is Pearl
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My Mamma is Pearl. She was always pearl. I never heard the name "Mary" when I was growing up. In fact, I remember very clearly when I was 7 or 8 and I finally asked my mom what her real name was. ...
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We are excited to share our love of pearls with you! The history, science and culture of pearls is rich and varied. Follow our journey through pearls from ancient to modern times. We also throw in some tips on buying and caring for your pearls!
What are Peacock Pearls?
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What are peacock pearls? Peacock is a trade name used to describe the color of “black” pearls. According to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), “Peacock is a trade term for Tahitian cultu...
Summertime and the Diving is Easy
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Summertime and the diving is easy . Okay, not easy, but certainly easier. Diving for pearls and mussels on the Tennessee River can be tough business. We have discussed the dangers of diving includ...
The Origin Story about Pearl Diving
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In this story about pearl diving, Bruce shares his beginnings in pearl and mussel diving.
As you probably know by now, Bruce has become our dear friend and an important part of our All-American p...
Where Do Pearls Come From?
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Where do pearls come from? We know pearls come from mollusks, either freshwater mussels, saltwater oysters or more. But pearls are formed in different areas INSIDE these mollusks.
We asked James P...
Muddy Water on the Tennessee River
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Muddy Water? Seriously, what is it like diving on the Tennessee River and how murky and muddy is that water?! Diver Bruce answers our muddy water question in this video. Here is a spoiler... it de...
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