I am new to the world of pearls and am looking for more info on crab pearls. How they are formed, can they be polished, how to care for? I bit into one on my anniversary and even though it's not as lustrous as some it has special meaning to me and I would like to preserve & make a necklace out of it. Shine it up too if possible without damaging it. Has only been one week and already it seems to have dried out a bit and is not as shiny. I also can hear what I believe pearl folks call "the nucleus" when I shake it. Very bizarre. The fact that this came out of my king crab leg and was cooked perhaps has ruined any chance of this pearl lasting? Can anyone give me some guidance, website links on science based or experience based crab pearl information? All would be welcome. I have tried a few times to upload some photos, not sure why it isn't working, but would be happy to send images along to anyone who can help.
Thanks so much!!
Thanks so much!!