Pearl of Kuwait

The Pearl of Kuwait was found in the Persian Gulf in the 19^th century. It weighs 64.35 carats and is said to be the sixth largest natural pearl in the world. This drop-shape pearl is white with a silky luster like many Persian Gulf pearls.

This pearl was not always known as the “Pearl of Kuwait.” In 2004, this pearl was part of a Christie’s auction in London and the new owners, Symbolic & Chase, named it this because of its origin. The pearl was sold for $270,000. It is now capped with diamonds and is meant to be hung as a pendant necklace.

Pearl of Kuwait

It was last on exhibit in the Smithsonian Institution at the “Allure of Pearls” exhibition.

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