Everything you need to know about pearls, in one place. Whether you're buying your first pair of pearl earrings, valuing an heirloom or learning how to keep pearls glowing, our guides below cover pearl value, quality, styling and care.

Pearl value and quality

• How much is a real pearl necklace worth? Price ranges by pearl type, the six factors that decide value, and when to get a professional valuation.
• How to tell if pearls are real Seven simple checks, the home "tests" to avoid, and what cultured and imitation pearls really are.
• Freshwater vs Akoya pearls Shape, lustre, colour and price compared, and which to choose.
• Types of pearls Freshwater, Akoya, Tahitian, South Sea and Australian pearls compared.

How to wear pearls

• How to wear pearls every day Easy, modern ways to make pearls part of your everyday look.
• How to wear a pearl bracelet Five styling and stacking ideas, plus how to choose the right fit.
• What does a pearl necklace mean? The symbolism behind pearls, and why they make meaningful gifts.
• Pearl earrings FAQ and Pearl necklace FAQ Quick answers to the most common pearl questions.

Pearl care

• How to clean pearls Gentle, safe cleaning for pearl necklaces, earrings and bracelets.
• How to store pearl jewellery Keep pearls protected, untangled and glowing.
• Do perfume and hand sanitiser damage jewellery? Why pearls should always go on last.

For care across all materials, visit our Jewellery Care Guide.

Shop pearl jewellery

• Pearl earrings Studs, drops and pearl hoops.
• Pearl necklaces Pendants, layered strands and longer styles.
• Baroque pearl jewellery Organic, one-of-a-kind shapes.

Every Lyastone product page lists the pearl type and materials, so you always know what you're buying. Orders are dispatched from Sydney, with free standard AU/NZ shipping over A$75.