About Us

ORIGINS

OUR LEGACY IS PEARL.

Imperial Pearl was founded in 1917, with roots in fine jewelry that reach back even further — to the 1892 founding of Deltah, one of America's first fine jewelry firms. Through the 20th century, Imperial led the way in cultured pearl design and marketing, with pearls famously worn by Elizabeth Taylor, Rita Hayworth, Loretta Young, Lucille Ball, and First Lady Nancy Reagan.

Since the 1970s, Imperial Pearl has been owned and operated by the Bazar family. With 50-years of expertise and a legacy of elevating pearls within the jewellery world, our mission remains the same–delivering the highest quality and consistency that our brand is known and respected for across the industry.

FIRST PICK

SUPERIOR SELECTION

For three generations, Imperial Pearl has built the closest possible relationships with the world's foremost pearl farms. Respect, a keen understanding of the challenges inherent in farming, and a shared responsibility for the environment in which it takes place have forged a bond between farmers and Imperial Pearl — and the benefits are passed directly to Imperial customers.

Our "first pick" privileges give us the opportunity to hand-select the highest-quality pearls, with trained eyes that identify superior luster, color, shape, complexion, and size. That access is what lets us deliver consistency over decades — so the customer who bought her wedding pearls from you forty years ago can come back for a matching strand for her daughter. That is the power of Imperial Pearl.

CRAFTSMANSHIP

For decades, the Imperial Pearl Design Division has created fine pearl jewelry worn by heads of state, stars of stage and screen, and discerning women from all walks of life.

Imperial creates designs that set and anticipate trends. Pieces considered traditional today often appeared as the contemporary designs of their time — and today's cutting-edge pieces are destined to become tomorrow's classics.

What all Imperial designs share is the industry's highest degree of craftsmanship. After all, the world's finest pearl, the Imperial Pearl, demands and deserves the world's finest setting.

Three Generations

Established in 1917 by Banice Bazar, Imperial Pearl is a third-generation family company with more than a century of expertise in the pearl industry. Built on a legacy of exceptional quality, trusted relationships, and an unparalleled knowledge of pearls, Imperial Pearl continues to be a leader in global pearl sourcing today—carrying forward the standards and reputation established more than 100 years ago.