Become a CPAA Pearl Specialist
On July 31st 2016, a small group of pearl experts, farmers, and collectors got together for an exclusive event, high up in the Hollywood hills. It was a celebration of ALL things pearl. This is an...
View ArticleTahitian Pearls - Tides of Change
This innocent looking piece of paper is very important… It's an official document from the Government of French Polynesia, that states these pearls have passed inspection and are legal for export....
View ArticleTaitian Pearl Sale - Necklace Preview
A few days ago I posted about the changes to French Polynesia export laws, and why I wanted to buy as many Tahitian pearls as possible before 2017. If you missed that post, CLICK HERE – it’s an...
View ArticleBuying Pearls: Behind The Scenes [VIDEO]
Last time I wrote, my wife Alana and I were headed for Hong Kong on another pearl buying trip. This trip had some ups, some downs and a few challenges. I know a lot of you are eager to see what pearls...
View ArticleHanadama Tin-Cup Style Pearl Necklaces
It’s been a while since my last post, in my defense it’s been mighty busy around Pearls Of Joy HQ. If you haven’t visited our homepage lately, go checkout www.PearlsOfJoy.com. I’ve made some big...
View ArticlePearls Of Joy Featured on Inc. Magazine
It's a simple concept... Treat your customers the way you'd want to be treated.The philosophy I've used for the last 15 years has always been to educate and share information related to pearls....
View ArticleAA+ Vs. AAA Akoya Pearls: The Truth
You came here looking for the truth... You want to know to know if it's worth spending the extra $$$ for AAA Akoya vs. AA+?I don't blame you... In the larger sizes, the price difference can be...
View ArticleThe End of Overpriced Luxury?
For years the big brands have ruled the luxury landscape. If you wanted something "high-end", you had to pay the high-end price. Typical luxury markup is easily 300-500%!Tiffany & Co... Harry...
View ArticleReal Pearls vs. Cultured Pearls
Hi, Kevin here…Ok This one drives me crazy... People call me all the time and say:"I don't want cultured pearls, I want REAL pearls".So, here's the deal...Apart from a very small collectors market in...
View ArticleForbes: Direct to Consumer Pearl Jewelry Company
I've been selling pearls a long time... over 15 years now. Truthfully when I started, I had no idea where this crazy idea would take me. I certainly didn't expect to become one of the most...
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