Modern Jeweler, August 1st, 2005
With all the hullabaloo over the improved quality of Chinese freshwater cultured pearls, it's easy to overlook one of nature's most beautiful freshwater pearls: the natural freshwater pearls that grow in the mollusks that reside in Tennessee river waters.
Natural Tennessee pearls, which have a rich color and a rainbow of iridescence, are a rarity, which make them a perfect match for designers who create one-of-a-kind jewelry. Alishan and Lydia Halebian of Irvine, California-based Alishan, are strong supporters of this made in America pearl.
"Alishan feels that the use of pearls created wit...
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