Specializing in Golden South Sea pearls and the curation of heirloom strands, Pearls by Shari brings the elegance of pearls to the heart of the Tetons.
Founder Shari Turpin brings an extraordinary passion and more than 20 years of professional pearl-buying experience to every piece designed at 90 E. Broadway. Recognized as one of North America's most prominent female pearl buyers, Shari travels directly to the source, cultivating relationships within the pearl industry and personally hand-selecting exceptional pearls for their remarkable luster, color, shape, and size.
Four decades of courage, family and pearls. Scroll through the moments that shaped who we are.
As a young wife, Shari moves to Jackson Hole from beautiful Vancouver, Canada, discovers the American West and embraces the Wyoming lifestyle.
Necessity sparks a dream. Shari sees the opportunity to create jewelry as a way to stay home with her kids. Designing her first collections, she travels and sells jewelry wholesale while homeschooling.
Wanting to go to the source, Shari attends her first international jewelry show and is immersed in the world of pearls.
Pearls by Shari opens in Hendersonville, North Carolina. Shari stands proudly beside her mother at the opening.
Some stories come full circle. Pearls by Shari opens its flagship location in Jackson, Wyoming, and the Original Teton Mountaineering Bracelet is born.
Shari visits the Golden South Sea pearl farms in the Philippines for the first time, igniting her passion for the rarest pearls in the world.
Though a lifelong horsewoman, Shari had never been photographed on horseback for the brand until now. An iconic sunset photoshoot, dressed in Western style, captures her authentic Jackson Hole spirit and brings the Pearls by Shari brand we know today to life.
The rarest single pearl in the world comes home to Jackson: a 19.5mm Golden South Sea pearl with unsurpassed luster and surface.
Pearls by Shari launches the Heritage 307 collection and opens its premier showroom, Luster, where Shari presents the rarest pearl strands in the world in a private consultation space.
In a landmark year, Pearls by Shari was named Best Jewelry Store for the third consecutive year by the local community and awarded Business of the Year. Shari was also honored as Citizen of the Year by the Chamber of Commerce, recognizing her impact both locally and around the world.
Continuing to build its reputation for exceptional and rare pearls from around the world, Pearls by Shari expands its reach through leading publications, podcasts, and new brand partnerships, introducing the collection to an ever-growing global audience.
And the story continues, one pearl at a time.
Just as every beautiful pearl results from pain and discomfort, each person, formed by whatever he or she might encounter during the journey of life, is unique and beautiful.
At Pearls by Shari, we honor the timeless legacy of the pearl while reimagining it through inspired design and exceptional craftsmanship. Our collections bring together the world's rarest and finest pearls, from extraordinary South Sea pearls to distinctive and unusual varieties, paired with 18K Gold, diamonds, gemstones and unexpected details.
Designed by Shari, each piece reflects a balance of classic elegance and contemporary luxury. We believe a pearl is more than a beautiful gem; it carries a story of resilience, transformation and beauty. Through thoughtful design and the finest materials, we create distinctive jewelry meant to be treasured, worn and passed down through generations.
Two addresses in Jackson Hole, each with its own way of welcoming you into the world of pearls.
Our flagship home since 2009, where our pieces are designed and where you are welcome to see, touch and try on our pearls.
Our private consultation space, opened in 2021, where Shari presents the rarest pearl strands in the world in an intimate setting.
Listen to Shari give her thoughts on the pearl and why this gem deserves our attention.
Every strand we curate becomes part of someone's story. We would be honored to help you begin yours.
