Diamonds may be a girl?s best friend, but nothing says it like a pearl. A pearl can make a priceless gift and is a gift that is ideal for more than just weddings. Cultures around the world associate pearls with coming of age, and pearls are a gift that are almost always associated with women. A pearl is a gift that is cherished by women the world over, and it is an ideal gift for birthdays, anniversaries and of course weddings. In fact the centre piece of any wedding after the wedding ring is usually the beautiful pearl necklace a bride adorns.