PEARLSOFWISDOM: For pearls that will take your breath away visit Tiare Black Pearl in Olinda.LUSTROUS pearls in shades of soft black through champagne grey, eggplant, bronze and deep green to cream, pink and gold make a stunning display at Tiare Black Pearl in Olinda.
Be mesmerised by these beautiful Tahitian cultured pearls, either loose or set in 18 carat white or yellow gold.
Clients can choose their own special pearls from the amazing range available at wholesale prices at Tiare and have them made up into earrings, a pendant or rings while they relax with a cup of coffee.
Tiare Black Pearl is an initiative of Alan and Winnie Maguire who have lived in the hills for 30 years. The beautiful name “Tiare” is the Tahitian word for the frangipani flower, the national flower of the Tahitian people.
Alan and Winnie are also the owner operators of Gumbirra Bed and Breakfast and Belvedere Chalet Bed and Breakfast in Olinda.
A range of complementary jewellery is also on display featuring semiprecious stones, sterling silver, shell, amber and mother of pearl. This fascinating shop also has originals and prints for sale, Tahitian liqueurs, oils and soaps.
At Tiare Black Pearl you know you are in good hands. Alan and Winnie have been buying and selling Tahitian pearls as wholesalers since 2001 and moved into the retail business in Olinda in November 2003, sponsoring local schools and charities and donating pearls and mother of pearl jewellery to the Breast Cancer Network Australia for fundraising auctions.
Alan has a deep knowledge of the history of black pearls and Winnie is adept and experienced at setting these special treasures to perfection. The couple visits Tahiti regularly and purchase only the finest pearls directly from the pearl farmers of French Polynesia.
Relax in the unique township of Olinda in the picturesque Dandenong Ranges and make sure you spend some time browsing through the beautiful jewellery and display at Tiare Black Pearl.
Tiare Black Pearl is at Shop 4, 47 53 Olinda Monbulk Road (next to Pie in the Sky) and is open 11am 5pm seven days a week. Phone 9751 0188.
