A remarkable freshwater pearl, the largest discovered in Scotland for over 400 years, is now on display at the National Museum of Scotland (NMS). Named the Abernethy Pearl after its finder, William ...

One of the largest freshwater pearls found in Scottish history is heading to auction for the first time, six decades on from its discovery. Known as the Abernethy Pearl, it is expected to command ...

PALAWAN, Philippines (CNN Newsource) — A huge pearl could be the largest one in the world — and it was sitting under a fisherman’s bed for a decade, according to CNN. It was originally discovered ...

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates — It has been passed down for 800 years, from Chinese emperors to Marco Polo. The name of its current owner is a secret. But today, hundreds of people will get the ...

The world's largest known freshwater pearl is going on sale at a public auction in the Netherlands next week. Known as "The Sleeping Lion" due to its unique shape, the rare natural object weighs ...