Ohridpearl
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since
1928
Ohrid Pearl™…Family tradition since 1928.
Ohrid Pearl™…Family tradition since 1928.
Is perfect souvenir for those who visit Ohrid and Ohrid Lake. It is from great importance to note that there are only two families in Ohrid, who know the „secret“ of making the well-known Ohrid Pearl.
Is perfect souvenir for those who visit Ohrid and Ohrid Lake. It is from great importance to note that there are only two families in Ohrid, who know the „secret“ of making the well-known Ohrid Pearl. The Filevi family is a family that makes Ohrid pearls from the distant 1928 that is confirmed by historical facts and institutions. The secret of making the Ohrid pearl even today is one of the best kept secrets of this family that produces pearls united in creative pearl necklaces and bracelets. This secret is carried from generation to generation four generation until now. When talking about the pearls, always comes to mind that they are found in a shell, but the Ohrid pearl has a very specific method of production.
It is not found in a shell, but it is made in that way that the shiniest (inner) part of the shell, is taken and after that is very well processed, so the wanted form, the „sedefastc “ grainis produced. The second process of making this pearl is the laying over the grain with the emulsion which is derived from the shell of the Ohrid fish, bleak. In the past there have been several models of necklaces made from Ohrid Pearls which gave emphasis on events such as wedding, celebrations and name days, proposals, etc. And they were named according to the occasion.
-Old traditional patterns with which the olderwomen and ladies garlanded themselves for celebrations and other formal occasions.
-Ladies necklace owned by almost every married girl, because at that time it was a tradition for the men to ask for the bridal hand with this jewelry.
Family Filevi offers an extensive collection of unique handmade jewelry. The great choices of different colors of cultivated, natural pearls enable you to choose the ideal combination that will match your wardrobe. Each creation features an individual approach concept and design. They are made in different lengths according to the client’s desire. The models are for people who want to be different, with their own underlined style and preferences.
