Akoya Pearls — vintage freshwater pearl necklace

  Fake pearls dominate the pearl industry, and many people buy counterfeit pearls at genuine prices. That is why it is essential to know how to tell pearls apart. However, counterfeit techniques keep changing too. So, it is crucial to know the features of a natural and cultured pearl to understand whether they are real or fake. Here are some of the top tips you can follow to differentiate real pearls from fake ones.     Teeth Test Pick up the pearl you are testing and rub the item on any tooth to take the tooth test. Do this gently...