A Passion for Pearls
… is a lively and entertaining talk about the history and science of the world’s most secretive and
only living gemstone, the pearl. Going back over 5000 years, pearls have been associated with
wisdom, power, wealth and beauty. This talk is about what pearls are, where they come from and
the history of wearing them. It is illustrated by handling many pearls and shells, with advice on how
to look after them.