How to Tell the Difference Between Real and Fake Pearls?

If your boyfriend’s just given you a set of gorgeous pearl earrings, you’re probably over the moon… and possibly wondering whether or not they’re real. Believe it or not, it’s not very difficult to tell a faux from an actual pearl. Read on for more about separating the high quality pearls from the fakes. What is a Fake Pearl? Faux pearls are any that are made unnaturally. Plastic, resin, and glass are all materials that are used to make pearls. Cultured pearls aren’t quite natural pearls but they’re not necessarily considered fake, either.… >> Read more