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Deep beneath the surface of the South Seas, divers risk their lives each year to pursue a miraculous gem. The industry of pearl farming in Northern Australia is as miraculous as it is mysterious. We explore the well-guarded and delicate process of harvesting and cultivating the giant oyster, as divers, scientists, and technicians work tirelessly to produce nature's gift to humankind.

Bron: HDTV Smithsonian Channel

1080i / DD2.0