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All About Pearls

February 23, 2019 - February 23, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Location

Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art

Kensington Rd

Oak Brook, IL

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Description

Gemologist Sakina Bharani presents the whole spectrum of pearls including the growth process of natural pearls and human intervention in cultured pearls. Learn about the different types of pearls, their color and shape along with historic background.

Event Cost: Free with museum admission.

Event Time: 2 p.m.

Additional Information

Website: http://www.lizzadromuseum.org

Age recommendation: Teens, Tweens

Neighborhood: Western Suburbs

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