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Pearl Knowledge — Learn Before You Choose

Welcome to YIGLEAM’s Pearl Knowledge hub. From how pearls are born to caring for them with love, explore expert guides crafted to help you understand, choose, and style natural pearls with confidence.


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Pearl Basics — Types, origins, and natural beauty

Pearl Basics

How pearls are formed, the four major types (Freshwater, Akoya, South Sea, Tahitian), and why no two pearls are ever the same.

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Value & Grading — luster, surface, shape, size, color

Pearl Value & Grading

Understand the five factors that determine value and the A–AAAA grading system, plus how professionals evaluate pearls at YIGLEAM.

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Care & Maintenance — Daily tips and long-term care

Care & Maintenance

Why pearls “love moisture,” how to wear and clean them safely, storage best practices, and when to restring your necklace.

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Style & Inspiration — From royalty to street style

Style & Inspiration

From classic elegance to everyday chic — age-based styling ideas, color-matching tips, celebrity inspirations, and seasonal looks.

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Stories & Symbolism — Purity, strength, and grace

Pearl Stories & Symbolism

Across Greece, China, and Japan, pearls symbolize purity, resilience, and love — a gift for life’s most meaningful moments.

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About YIGLEAM — Natural, unique, and full of heart

About YIGLEAM Pearls

Our philosophy, hand selection, the journey from farms to you, warm craftsmanship by inclusive teams, and our promise of responsibility.


Ready to Find Your Pearl?

Explore natural pearls curated by YIGLEAM — each hand-selected for luster, authenticity, and soul.