Pearls are a wonderful feat of nature. Formed from the irritants that could so easily destroy them, instead they shine more brightly because of them. However, this very special quality also makes pearls soft and delicate, so they need more specialized care than most other gemstones. Although very durable if properly cared for, it is easy to scratch pearls and skin's natural oils can cause them to deteriorate with regular use. For this reason, careful routine cleaning is highl