Betty Sue King, widely known as The Pearl Goddess of King’s Ransom, has earned her reputation by sourcing some of the world’s most luminous and extraordinary pearls through frequent overseas buying trips. She provides fine and exceptional pearls to designers, collectors, wholesalers, and retailers. A sought-after educator and consultant, she shares her extensive expertise and knowledge through long-standing relationships within the global pearl industry. Her passion for pearls shines through in her lectures, writings, and collaborations with appraisers, inviting others into her richly layered world of pearls.
The Art of Pearl Selection at Tucson, AGTA GemFair™
An Immersive Pearl, Hands-on Experience awaits visitors at booth 1010 at the AGTA GemFair™, where Betty Sue King introduces attendees to the art of pearl selection. Guests are encouraged to place pearl strands over the backs of their hands to evaluate the color, luster, and brilliance, selecting hues that best complement their skin tones. Unlike faceted stones, pearls rest directly on the skin, creating an intimate relationship between gem and wearer.
This experiential approach builds confidence and connection, allowing clients to understand skin-tone compatibility through direct interaction. The collection includes freshwater pearls in pastel, bold shades, metallic, and natural tones, Tahitian pearls in aubergine, green, blue, and peacock colors, classic Akoya pearls in white, pink, blue-violet, and gray, golden pearls rivaling the brilliance of 24kt gold from the Philippines, and luminous white pearls from Australia and the South Seas…