Both necklaces consist of a single row of large graduated pearls with pearl clasps. Most saltwater cultured pearls are grown with beads. Fine quality natural pearls are very rare jewels. Her earrings are made from cascades of small natural pearls. A turban embellished with jewellery such as uncut diamonds and pearls was designed. Myanmar produces precious stones such as rubies, sapphires, pearls, and jade. Some stories identify them as magical jewels or pearls. India is also a hub for processing of larger diamonds, pearls, and other precious stones. Bernhardt received from him a diadem of pearls and diamonds. In the show, Billingsley often could be seen doing household chores wearing pearls and earrings. Freshwater mussels are used as host animals for the cultivation of freshwater pearls. The only trace of ostentation was an icon surrounded by pearls and precious stones. Taxes are paid in gold, silver, pearls, perfumes. However, most of these molluskan pearls have no luster or iridescence. Records show that taxes were paid in silver, gold, pearls, and perfumed wood.