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History and origins of the pearl
Discover the story of Cleopatra The pearl's journey through time For thousands of years, the pearl has fascinated mankind. It is not only...
gwtahiti
Jul 104 min read


A jewel born from the sea
Since ancient times, pearls have fascinated civilizations around the world. Rare, organic, and luminous, they symbolize purity, luxury,...
gwtahiti
Jul 101 min read


The criteria of excellence
Each Tahitian cultured pearl is evaluated according to five fundamental criteria which define its value and rarity: The size Tahitian...
gwtahiti
Jul 101 min read


The Orient: the signature of Tahitian Pearls
Iridescence, or "orient," is the subtle, changing play of colors that appears to emanate from within the pearl. This optical phenomenon...
gwtahiti
Jul 101 min read


The beginnings of pearl culture and the industrialization of pearls
Dive into Mikimoto's world The ancestral fascination with the pearl Since prehistoric times, pearls have held a genuine fascination....
Inés BOUDEHRI
Jul 102 min read


The Pearl through Spiritual and Royal Traditions
For millennia, the pearl has conversed with the sacred. Whether held between the fingers of a praying monk, enshrined in an imperial...
Inés BOUDEHRI
Jul 103 min read


Important characters
The Pearl Museum invites you to discover three iconic historical figures whose stories illustrate the symbolic, economic, and cultural...
Guil B
Jul 103 min read


Robert Wan and fashion
For several decades, the Tahitian pearl has established itself as a symbol of distinction and creativity in the world of fashion. At the...
Inés BOUDEHRI
Jul 102 min read


The pearl cultivation process
The Tahitian pearl is the result of rigorous expertise and a deep respect for nature. At Robert Wan, pearl cultivation follows a...
gwtahiti
Jul 81 min read
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