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The Third Pearl Wave has been hitting the beading beaches since the late 1990s. Originating in China, the pearls riding this wave are extraordinary, rivaling Japanese saltwater pearls in just about every way, from luster to shape. These pearls, cultured by hand, offer the beader natural colors along with the increased use of vibrant colors, uniform sizing, and striking results.
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