{"product_id":"perle-stern-kette","title":"Cultured Pearl Star Necklace","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Stone: The Cultured Freshwater Pearl, an Organic Gem\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pearl is not a mineral but an organic gem that grows inside a living mussel. It is made of nacre: microscopically thin platelets of aragonite, a form of calcium carbonate. The protein conchiolin binds them together, layer by layer. This structure is exactly what refracts the light and creates the soft glow that seems to come from within. With a Mohs hardness of 2.5 to 4.5, the pearl is one of the softest gems of all. The star on this necklace is a cultured freshwater pearl, grown around a nucleus of shell that gives it its shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial and Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can choose between 925 sterling silver and warm 14K gold-filled. 14K gold-filled is a real, thick layer of gold that is firmly bonded to a base metal. Unlike simple gold plating, which is applied only wafer-thin, wears off over time, and fades fairly quickly, 14K gold-filled keeps its warm gold tone for years. The pearl is drilled through and threaded by hand, so the star sits freely on the chain and finds its way back to the center after every movement. It hangs on a fine box chain whose square links interlock closely. You choose the length when you order: 45 cm (17.7 in) or 40 cm (15.7 in).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMeaning of the Pearl\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy tradition, the pearl is a symbol of purity and quiet beauty. In old Europe, it was called the tear of the gods. The star, in turn, stands for orientation in many cultures: the fixed point in the sky that you set your course by. Together, the two gave this piece its name: the Stone of Guidance. As a birthstone for June, the pearl also makes a particularly personal gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCaring for Your Cultured Pearl Star Necklace\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chain itself is water-resistant, in 925 sterling silver as well as in 14K gold-filled. The star is not: nacre is sensitive to acids and friction. So take the necklace off before showering, swimming, or using the sauna. Perfume, hairspray, and lotion go on your skin first, and your jewelry after.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter wearing, simply wipe the star with a soft, slightly damp cloth and let it dry lying flat. Ultrasonic and steam cleaners are not suitable, because they loosen the layers of nacre. Store the necklace dry and apart from harder pieces of jewelry, because even household dust is harder than nacre. That way, your pearl keeps its luster for years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Handmade Art by Carola","offers":[{"title":"Gold \/ With chain \/ 45 cm","offer_id":55280961388873,"sku":"PES001","price":129.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gold \/ With chain \/ 40 cm","offer_id":55280961421641,"sku":"PES001","price":119.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gold \/ With chain \/ Pendant only","offer_id":55280961454409,"sku":"PES001","price":129.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gold \/ Pendant only \/ 45 cm","offer_id":55280961487177,"sku":"PES001","price":59.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gold \/ Pendant only \/ 40 cm","offer_id":55280961519945,"sku":"PES001","price":59.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gold \/ Pendant only \/ Pendant only","offer_id":55280961552713,"sku":"PES001","price":59.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver \/ With chain \/ 45 cm","offer_id":55280961585481,"sku":"PES001","price":109.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver \/ With chain \/ 40 cm","offer_id":55280961618249,"sku":"PES001","price":109.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver \/ With chain \/ Pendant only","offer_id":55280961651017,"sku":"PES001","price":109.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver \/ Pendant only \/ 45 cm","offer_id":55280961683785,"sku":"PES001","price":59.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver \/ Pendant only \/ 40 cm","offer_id":55280961716553,"sku":"PES001","price":59.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver \/ Pendant only \/ Pendant only","offer_id":55280961749321,"sku":"PES001","price":59.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/1419\/5003\/files\/1_fc87e263-512c-47e7-a9f8-d277e3e9b487.png?v=1788801778","url":"https:\/\/by-carola.com\/en-eu\/products\/pearl-star-necklace","provider":"Handmade Art by Carola","version":"1.0","type":"link"}