Pearls and jewelry with pearls

Have you ever wondered about the meaning of pearls? According to ancient beliefs, pearls symbolize wisdom gained through... experience. It is believed that jewelry with pearls can provide protection, as well as attract good luck and wealth. Pearls are well known for their calming effects and bringing prosperity to their wearer. What are the biggest mysteries regarding pearl beliefs? Find out more!

Pearls as a symbol of loyalty

Stories proclaim that jewelry with pearls is said to protect the wearer while strengthening his interpersonal relationships. It is also said that these small gemstones symbolize the wearer's loyalty, generosity, honesty and purity. And these are just some of the myths behind these precious stones, which even Queen Elizabeth II does not despise.

Despite the many different things that pearls are said to symbolize, the most common is the pearl as a symbol of purity and loyalty of its owner. This is one reason why more and more brides are choosing to wear pearls on their wedding day. Pearl necklaces or pearl earrings are not only stunning, but above all, their symbolic meaning makes them ideal for this very event.

What does pearl jewelry represent?

Pearls are also a symbol of wisdom - acquired through experience. They are valued for their calming effect, while strengthening valuable relationships and providing the wearer with a sense of security. Jewelry with a pearl symbolizes purity, as well as honesty. It is also believed that sea jewels provide protection to the wearer, but also attract wealth. In addition, pearls in the form of jewelry speak of the wearer's purity, as well as his good intentions. Pearls are often offered to women as an expression of affection and love for them.

Pearls in ancient beliefs and legends

There are many legends and myths that describe this precious gem of the sea. Some of the ancient myths about pearls, however, seem to be heavily ... stretched. But they reflect how important these gems once were to ancient civilizations. Here are some of the ancient myths about pearls:

In ancient times, the Japanese believed that pearls were formed by the tears of mythical creatures. Some of these included nymphs, mermaids and angels.
According to one Persian pearl myth, the gems formed after a storm. During the storm, a rainbow fell from the sky and met the ground. This is how the pearls were formed.
In ancient times, Egyptians were buried with their pearl jewelry because they valued it so much. The most famous myth from this era concerns Cleopatra, the famous ruler of Egypt. Legend has it that she took a pearl out of one of her earrings, then dissolved it and drank it! Supposedly, this was intended to show the Roman politician Mark Antony that the wealth of an entire nation could be devoured... in one breath.
Black pearls, on the other hand, were highly symbolic in early Chinese civilization. They were mainly a symbol of wisdom. People believed that the pearls were formed in the head of a dragon. According to the myth, a person could only collect pearls after killing the dragon.

White and black pearls in Eden

There are also myths about pearls that apply to all periods. Some even go back to the time of Adam and Eve. According to legends, the couple cried hard when God expelled them from paradise, known to all well as Eden. Their tears created a lake of pearls. It was believed that Eve's tears created white pearls, while Adam's tears created black pearls. What's more, it is also said that Adam shed fewer tears than Eve because men are better at controlling their emotions than women. Apparently, this explains why black pearls are... so rare.