Taihu Lake Pearls of Wuxi

Taihu Lake Pearls of Wuxi

　　Taihu Lake Pearls of Wuxi are artificially cultivated freshwater pearls. They are large in size, high in quality, pure in color, naturally lustrous, crystal clear, perfectly round, and dazzlingly radiant. On the international market, they enjoy the reputation of being "the finest pearls under heaven from Taihu Lake in Wuxi." Empress Dowager Cixi of the Qing Dynasty once praised them, saying, "Neither Eastern pearls nor Southern treasures can compare to the freshwater pearls of Taihu Lake." Pearls are not only premium materials for making high-end decorative items and handicrafts—such as earrings, rings, bracelets, and necklaces—but also possess therapeutic benefits. They can help clear heat and toxins, calm the liver and subdue yang, soothe the heart and calm the nerves, relieve cough and dissolve phlegm, improve vision and alleviate pain, as well as promote tissue regeneration and astringe. Additionally, they are rich in protein, amino acids, and certain minerals essential to the human body. Therefore, pearls are both a valuable medicinal substance and a premium tonic.