ABALONE PEARL PRODUCTION

In 1992, Paul Cross began pearl production with abalone in Hawaii using techniques unique to American Bio-Gem. The results of this pilot project have led to the production of gem-quality pearls from abalone shell. These pearls were not only of the mabé variety, but also rounds, which have never before been cultivated successfully in abalone. These are particularly difficult animals in which to culture pearls, due to their delicate nature and specific aquacultural requirements.

In October of 1998, American Bio-Gem began pilot tests in abalone in conjunction with abalone farms in Carlsbad, California. Further testing at Scripps Institution of Oceanography and our own facilities in La Jolla has led to the development of successful abalone pearl culturing techniques using green, red, and red-green hybrid abalones. These pearls produce spectacular color combinations with very high iridescence. We have also incorporated the Icon Pearl production process into abalone pearl culturing (Pearls of Wisdom - La Jolla entrepreneur shares secrets of culturing).

American Bio-Gem continues to explore joint venture opportunities to cultivate this precious pearl in California.

 

 

 

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