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Guttenberg Pearl Button Factory

06.27.2019Japan, USA Pearls

As many of you know, I am fascinated with American mother of pearl and its use in the international cultured pearl industry. While researching old images, I found these great pictures and info from The Gazette. This photo shows an old pearl button factory in Guttenberg, Iowa! Fun fact: this building is now a historic …

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The Color of Akoya Pearls

11.29.2018China, Japan

The Color of Akoya Pearls – Cranberry?! “Look … it’s a very rare cranberry pearl!” A young girl exclaimed into my screen, “You are so lucky!!” Granted, she wasn’t talking to me. She was talking to Susan who, a short time before me, had selected an oyster for her to open. I admit, I had …

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Our Akoya oyster is all grown up!

11.29.2018Japan

Watch the growth of an akoya oyster from 1 day old to 2 years old! This little oyster is all grown up!!! (although still pretty small!) ***I filmed this in Japan!*** Best, India India RowsI am a modern day treasure hunter who travels the world for gorgeous pearls and amazing adventures. I own a pearl …

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