Pearls: A Considered Guide to June’s Most Luminous Gemstone
Handcrafted in London by Maya Magal
Pearls have long carried with them a quiet authority. Iridescent, organic and impossibly elegant, they hold a place in the collective imagination that few gemstones can rival. Once symbols of mythology, now mainstays of modern style, pearls speak to the woman who knows the power of understatement.
At Maya Magal, each piece of pearl jewellery is designed to complement this sensibility-carefully crafted by hand in London using recycled solid gold, recycled sterling silver and responsibly sourced freshwater pearls. They are designed to endure. To wear. To pass on.
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A Brief Reflection on Pearls
Pearls are singular. Unlike other gemstones, they are not unearthed, but nurtured - formed organically within living molluscs. No two are identical. Their quiet lustre, their tactility, their calm: pearls ask nothing of their wearer but reward her with timeless grace.
Throughout history, they have stood for purity, wisdom and femininity. The Ancient Greeks thought them divine. June’s birthstone and the traditional gift for 30-year anniversaries - though any time is a good time for pearls.
The Pearl Edit: Jewellery for the Modern Collector
Sculptural Statements: Hydra, Milos & Baroque Pearl
Pearls, redefined.
This season, Maya Magal reimagines the classic pearl through a contemporary lens - sculptural, personal, and effortlessly modern. Three distinct collections offer their own interpretation of this natural material, balancing elegance with edge.
The Hydra Collection brings a sense of soft structure. The Hydra Pearl Beaded Bracelet combines hand-strung rice pearls with recycled sterling silver - delicate yet distinctive. Light on the wrist, it catches the eye without trying too hard.
The Milos Collection pairs sculptural, luminous pearls with a polished circular gold clasp - quietly bold, endlessly wearable. Both the Milos Pearl Beaded Charm Necklace and Bracelet are designed to hold your choice of charms, from initials to birthstones, bringing a personal touch to these modern classics.
The Baroque Pearl Collection celebrates the raw beauty of irregular forms. The Bold Baroque Pearl T-Bar Necklace and Bracelet feature chunky, organic pearls—each one unique, each one a statement. The Baroque Pearl Signet Ring adds weight and texture to your jewellery wardrobe, a piece that feels both bold and timeless.
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The Summer Edit: Modern Pearls, Your Way
- Hydra Pearl Beaded Necklace – soft structure with subtle shine made with recycled sterling silver
- Milos Pearl Beaded Charm Necklace & Bracelet – personal, tactile, and quietly luxurious
- Baroque Pearl Necklace & Bracelet Set – Bold organic forms with presence
- Baroque Pearl Signet Ring – a modern classic with a twist made in recycled sterling silver
The Understated Classic
There’s poetry in the quiet restraint of a single pearl on a fine gold chain. The Solid Gold Pearl Wrap Bracelet - a best-seller - doubles as a necklace, blurring the line between adornment and practicality. These are pieces for women who live in their jewellery.
The Bridal Consideration
Pearls and weddings have long been close companions. Not out of tradition, but for the clarity and emotion they bring.
Modern brides might lean towards the Solid Gold Pearl Stud Earrings, while romantics may prefer the Solid Gold Pearl Hoop Earrings or the quiet confidence of a Baroque Pearl T-Bar Necklace.
All are handcrafted, all made with ceremony in mind.
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The Personal Layer
Layering pearl jewellery with your favourite solid gold layering chains is not about maximalism. It’s about rhythm. Contrast the softness of baroque pearls with heavier gold links. Let one piece lead, others follow. Allow room for space, for texture, for pause.
Bespoke: Designed by You, Made by Us
For those with something specific in mind, Maya Magal offers a bespoke design service. It begins with a conversation and ends with a piece that’s entirely yours - shaped by your ideas, brought to life by our London studio. A collaboration between your story and our craftsmanship.
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Responsible by Design
Jewellery should be beautiful in more ways than one. That’s why Maya Magal works exclusively with recycled solid gold, responsibly sourced gemstones, and produces every piece in small, deliberate batches to avoid waste. Every design is handcrafted in our zero-waste atelier in London. You are welcome to visit.
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In Summary
Pearls aren’t trend-led. They are quietly powerful. At Maya Magal, our pearl jewellery is made to be worn, loved and lived in - for now and for always.
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