CONCLUSION
Conch "pearls" are truly rare and fascinating gems,
which combine the still-unsolved mystery of their
flame structure with their beautiful pinlz color and
exotic origin. Apparently very difficult to culture
or to imitate, never treated, they are a true natural
gem. Their hardness and toughness make them
easy to mount and preserve in jewelry. After years
of relative obscurity, they seem to have returned to
fashion, probably because more are available, although
they are still quite rare. Let us hope that
appropriate fishing restrictions will provide a regular
supply of these "pearls" for the pleasure of
gemologists and gem connoisseurs alike in the
generations to come.