| Journal Call no. | HD9999.C58H66 |
|---|---|
| Article Title | South Sea pearls : a boom in world demand. |
| Is Part Of | Jewellery review ; v.6, no.65, Nov/Dec 1997, p.30, +1p., illus. |
| Abstract | Revered for their dazzling beauty, brilliant lustre and rare hues, South Sea pearls are amongst the world's most treasured gems -- a unique gift from Mother Nature. The South Sea Pearl Consortium Limited, which promotes the pearls to American, European and Asian countries, has witnessed a boom in sales in 1996, especially in Asian markets such as Hong Kong. |