Guangzhou Pearls
For centuries, pearls have been the indispensible ornament of the nobility, especially emperors. Most of the pearls on sale in Guangzhou are saltwater southern pearls called hepu, cultured in silver-lipped oysters, The largest of these lustrous pearls can have a diameter of 12-16mm (0.47 -0.63 in).
Recommended shops include the following: Guangzhou Gold and Silver Jewelery Center (109 Dade Lu) and Sun Moon Hall (Equatorial Hotel, Renmin Beilu).