Chat online for one-to-one jewellery style advice Previous Next CHRISTMAS JEWELLERY LOVE & COMMITMENT GIFTS BESPOKE ANNOUSHKA'S WORLD THE QUEEN OF GEMS TAKE ME BACK ➜ Pearls, prized for their undeniable beauty, rarity and lustre are the oldest gem on record. Known to many as the ‘Queen of Gems’, pearls have been coveted for millennia and are arguably one of natures greatest miracles and discoveries. Now grown in a range of enviable colours, shapes and sizes, pearls are an icon of gemstones, rich in history and symbolism. SISTERS, NOT TWINS Pearls are worn in their natural state, each with a unique colour and lustre of their own. No pearl is alike or a perfect match and it is this individuality that makes them so special. At Annoushka, we say our pearl earrings are ‘sisters, not twins’, designed to complement each others unique character and to showcase their natural beauty in their own right. A Regal History Pearls are a timeless decoration and have been traced back as far a 5th century BC after a fragment of pearl was found in the sarcophagus of a Persian princess, now displayed in the Louvre. The Chinese used to decorate the crowns of emperors and sacred statues of Buddha in pearls, whilst in Ancient Rome Julius Caesar made it prohibited for pearls to be worn by the working classes. During the 15th century the discovery of pearls in Central and South America led to the ‘Pearl Age’. Worn as a form of adornment for centuries, pearls became a symbol of nobility, status and power across many cultures. Over this time the pearl trade boomed and in Elizabethan England it was the royals that could be seen wearing them. To this day, Pearls are still adorned in Royalty. Queen Elizabeth is rarely seen without her iconic three strand pearl necklace and The Duchess of Cambridge, an owner of our Baroque Pearl Drops, wears her pearl earrings for everyday style. The Duchess of Cambridge wearing Annoushka 18ct Gold Brown Diamond Baroque Pearl Earrings GOLDEN PEARLS During a trip to the Philippines, home to the most precious pearl of all; the fruit of the Pinctada Maxima Oyster, Annoushka sourced the golden pearls. The gleaming lustre of Golden Pearls are extraordinary with shimmering shades of champagne, straw and gold. Each pearl takes its own hue from the golden lip of the oyster from which it came. The native region was devastated by typhoons, but through a unique relationship with the master craftsmen and pearl farmers of the Ilo Ilo province in the Philippines, Annoushka found a way of working together to help them recover from the physical devastation they had suffered whilst rebuilding sustainable, profitable businesses. Discover more about this collection and the incredible detail and skills used when caring for the oysters. Read More Freshwater Baroque Pearls The majority of Annoushka’s pearl jewellery is hand made with freshwater baroque pearls. These are non-symmetrical, and come in irregular shapes as is their natural character. It’s this natural design that makes them so perfect for contemporary jewellery. The iridescent hues of pearls can vary from white, cream and pink to grey, golden or even in some cases green. Each pearl is matched with a ‘sister’ as closely as possible and we always strive to find your desired colour, shape or look. 18ct Gold Baroque Pearl Hook Drop Earrings £495 18ct Gold Brown Diamond Baroque Pearl Earrings £1,220 Mythology 18ct Gold Pearl Peapod Seed Charm £3,400 18ct Gold Diamond Mussel Pendant £6,800 THE COLLECTION Deep dive into Annoushka’s unrivalled collection of seed pearl, freshwater, golden and mother of pearl designs and find your perfect pair of pearl. Shop the Collection Caring for and storing your pearls We use our own and 3rd party cookies on this site to improve your experience and for personalised advertising. By clicking accept you consent to our use of cookies, or you can read our privacy policy and change your preferences here. Okay STAY IN TOUCH Sign up I have read and understood the Terms and Conditions and Annoushka Privacy Policy FOLLOW US Get in touch Contact Us Call 0800 138 1659 Personal Shopping Customer Service Your Order Delivery & Returns Gift Cards Ring Size Guide Jewellery Care Payment Options Stores and Events Boutiques Book an Appointment Trunk Shows Stockists & Partners Our Brand About Us Annoushka's World Careers Corporate Responsibility Accessibility Statement You're shopping and delivering in the: United Kingdom (£) Terms & Conditions Privacy Legal & Cookies ©Annoushka 2021