Have you seen the 2006 movie Blood Diamond with Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Connelly and Djimon Hounsou? Gems, precious stones and rare metals have been the source of beauty as much as misery, creating violent competition and destroying nature. Now...
When it comes to pearls, perfection is the standard, mostly represented by a smooth, round shape. Ise-Shima region in Mie prefecture is known as the birthplace of Japanese pearl cultivation. The calm waters of the intricate coastline provide an...