Myths and folk-tails have accompanied pearls for centuries, building up their timeless appeal. Tales of stunning Freshwater Pearls, Akoya Pearls, Tahitian Pearls, South Sea Pearls and Natural Pearls fill the history books, while pearl necklaces, pearl earrings, pearl bracelets and pearl accessories adorn historic figures in paintings. 'The Rooster and the Pearl', adapted from an... Continue Reading →
These are a few of my favorite things…
Raindrops on Roses and Whiskers on Kittens,.... Are these really your favorite things? This week on our Facebook page we will be asking you a few questions on what your favorite things really are. From Pearls to Food we want to know. This week we have been inspired by our delicious Coleman Douglas Pearls chocolate... Continue Reading →
Designed & Made in England!
When you think of England what springs to mind? The Queen, red buses, Big Ben, ...Pearls? ...Coleman Douglas Pearls?! All our pearl jewellery is designed and made in London at our Pearl Showroom. Come visit us and hear all about the inspiration behind each of our pearl necklaces, pearl bracelets and pearl earrings. Did you... Continue Reading →
The 17th Century Treasure
As a child did you ever dream of finding treasure? Maybe pearls in a cupboard, or pearls under a floor board? 100 years ago while workmen were demolishing a building in Cheapside, London, they came across Pearls, Diamonds, Sapphires, Amethysts, Garnets, Rubies and many other stunning gems, that dated back as far as the 16th... Continue Reading →
How well do you know your Pearls?
Do you really know your pearls? How your pearls were made? Where your pearls were made? Which type of oyster created them? It would be amazing if experts could extract DNA from your pearls without disrupting their value, with results that show how old they are, where they were made and which oyster produced them.... Continue Reading →
Autumnal Pearls?
The season is changing with vibrant reds, golds and bronzes appearing in the leaves. But how about adding some glorious autumnal colour to your wardrobe? ....Golden South Sea Pearls?! Golden South Sea Pearls are produced in gold lipped oysters that inhabit the waters of the Philippines New Guinea and Burma. The South Sea Pearl golden... Continue Reading →
People and Pearls
Every year we see a feast of pearls gracing the Red Carpet, TV, Film and the High Street. Pearl earrings, pearl bracelets, pearl necklaces, pearl rings, pearl accessories and even celebrity pearl encrusted faces...Lady Gaga! What is it about Pearls that lure people into wearing them? Why have Pearls never gone out of fashion? How... Continue Reading →
Passion for Pearls
Natural Pearls, South Sea Pearls, Tahitian Pearls, Akoya Pearls and Freshwater Pearls.... do you know the difference? Come and join Chrissie on Wednesday 9th October at Fortnum & Mason, where an exclusive event entitled 'Passion for Pearls' is happening. Chrissie will guide you through the history of pearls, sharing her passion for the oldest gemstone... Continue Reading →
Pearls…what more do you need?!
Pearls , Pearls , Pearls! Pearls are timeless. Pearls are elegant. Pearls are an aphrodisiac. Pearls are Perfection! Here at Coleman Douglas Pearls we are passionate about finding the perfect pearls for you. Our Pearl Showroom, located at 42 Beauchamp Place, London, SW3 1NX, is full of stunning pearl designs. From the timeless classic Akoya... Continue Reading →
Scrumptious South Sea Pearls
Do you dream of owning a breathtaking South Sea Pearl necklace, bracelet, pair of earrings, or broach? If you do; then Coleman Douglas Pearls can help you out! We have the most amazing array of classic South Sea Pearl stands as well as new exciting pearl jewellery designs all awaiting you at our Pearl Showroom,... Continue Reading →