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Non-traditional varieties of pearls are commanding attention in the international jewellery scene, setting off innovative design trends that further elevate the pearl’s perennial allure and versatility.
A melo pearl from Myanmar showing attractive surface flame structures. Photo by Robert Weldon/GIA, courtesy of Senoble & Bryl
A pair of earrings adorned with rubies, diamonds and melo pearl centre gems by Assael
Conch pearl ring by Assael
Ring with lavender spinel stones and a conch pearl centre stone by Assael
Melo pearl and diamond pendant
Conch pearls from Kashikey
Conch pearl and diamond jewellery set by Kashikey
Ring with a conch pearl centre gem and diamond accents by Kashikey
Keshi pearl ring by Wing Wo Hing Jewellery Group
Keshi pearl necklace by Wing Wo Hing Jewellery Group
Nacreous pearls
Mabe pearl earrings
Unconventional types of pearls, including conch, melo and keshi, to name a few, which differ in appearance, colour, lustre, size and shape from traditional favourites South Sea, Akoya and Tahitian pearls, are making sustained headways in the market.
These alternative pearl varieties are pushing the envelope of ingenuity in the jewellery industry, with their unique appearance injecting pearl jewellery pieces with an entirely different level of exceptionality and ethereal sophistication. Such new and innovative designs in turn promote the versatile beauty of pearls to a wider range of audiences.
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