Cultured pearls

Cultured pearls are natural pearls formed inside mollusks, but unlike wild pearls, they are created with human intervention. Farmers carefully insert a small nucleus or tissue into an oyster or freshwater mussel, stimulating the creature to secrete layers of nacre around it. Over time, this results in a pearl of consistent shape and quality. Cultured pearls are widely valued for their beauty and are produced in controlled environments, making them more accessible than wild pearls while maintaining a natural, lustrous appearance. They are popular in jewelry and are appreciated for their durability and elegance.