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Can you use specific pearls for specific purposes, like earrings?

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Some pearls, like the perfectly round pearl, seem more matched to necklaces and bracelets. Others, like the teardrop or "drop" pearl, are perfect for pendants or earrings. These pearls are considered symmetrical, because each half looks the same, just like a mirror image. In a teardrop pearl, the top is much narrower than the bottom or "drop," (some pearl graders call this drop a "tail"). The narrower top fits flawlessly into earring findings, too. Larger teardrops make stunning pendants, and you can combine them with smaller pearls or beads to create dramatic effects.

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