The history of the pearls of Bahrain reaches back into the mists of time. For thousands of years, the oyster beds around the Arabian Gulf were the most important in the world, and Bahrain was the center of the pearl trade. Pearls drove the island kingdom's economy for centuries, and Bahrain's importance as a center for natural pearls is reflected in its culture. Today the streets of Muharraq bustle with locals and visitors walking past the centuries-old merchant courtyards and houses preserved at the UNESCO World Heritage Site.<\/p>\n
Since the dawn of civilization, the Arabian Gulf region has been known for its high quality natural pearls, and today, in this age of lab-grown gems, astute jewelry enthusiasts appreciate once again the importance of Bahrain's precious natural pearls. Bahrain is one of the few places in the world where cultured pearls are not allowed, but only natural pearls are harvested from protected oyster beds. This supports families who for generations have proudly continued to create beautiful jewelry with these rare gems from the sea.<\/p>\n
Assouline's coffee-table book \"Bahrain Pearls\" recounts the rich history of pearl diving, trade and jewelry production in Bahrain, from ancient Dilmun civilization to modern times. With evocative narrative text and stunning photographs, this book showcases the craftsmanship and artistry that characterize Bahrain's rich pearl heritage and its unique cultural legacy.<\/p>\n
Specifications<\/strong>
\nTitle: Bahrain Pearls
\nAuthor: Carol Woolton, Laziz Hamani
\nPublisher:\u00a0Assouline<\/a>
\nSize: 280 x 360 x 50 mm
\nSize: 224 pages
\nWeight: 2,232 kg
\nLanguage: English
\nMaterial: Hardback
\nISBN: 9781649804969<\/p>\n