Since 1915
Our Story
The gift that grows — pearl by pearl, memory by memory.
We are Add-A-Pearl — a Chicago family business and a tradition of fine craftsmanship since 1915.
Who We Are
A tradition born in Chicago, carried across generations
Add-A-Pearl was born in 1915, when a family of silversmiths with over ten generations of craft behind them opened their doors on Lake Street in Chicago, Illinois. We are a division of Juergens & Andersen Co. — and have been the sole owners of the Add-A-Pearl trademark ever since.
Over 110 years later, we are still here, still family-owned, and still guided by the same belief — that beautiful jewelry, made with care and integrity, is worth doing right.
A tradition that grows with her
In 1915, we had an idea that changed everything
In 1915, we originated the Add-A-Pearl necklace — give a child a single pearl on a gold chain, and let it grow, year by year, as she does.
A grandmother begins it. A mother continues it. One day the girl passes it on to someone she loves. Over 110 years, we have watched necklaces travel through four generations of the same family — and consider it a privilege every time.
Our Brightest Pearls
Our standards are among the highest in the world
Not all pearls are equal. We accept only 0.04% of the world's gem-grade pearls — ensuring every one possesses the exceptional luster, perfect roundness, and clean surface that Add-A-Pearl is known for.
Our cultured pearls are Akoya pearls — not freshwater — prized for their mirror-like luminescence and consistency. Every piece is hand-selected and individually inspected by our pearl specialists before it ever reaches your necklace.
"It is not just a piece of jewelry. It is a quiet record of the years — and everyone who loved her along the way."
Add-A-Pearl — The Original Since 1915
What sets us apart
Masterfully handcrafted, authentically yours
Authenticity matters
The original. The only.
Since 1915, similar concepts have appeared in the marketplace. While they may look alike, they are not part of the original Add-A-Pearl tradition.
When you choose Add-A-Pearl, you are choosing the authentic original — a legacy built on generations of trust, craftsmanship, and continuity. The Add-A-Pearl name engraved on every clasp is your assurance of that promise.
Begin her story today.
Start with a single pearl, and let it grow into something she will treasure for a lifetime — and beyond.