White is a color representing modernity and simplicity. Also new beginnings, sacrifices, innocence, mourning and the truth. It is one of the first colors used in art. Caves in France contain drawings of bulls and other animals drawn from 18,000 and 17,000 years ago. Paleolithic artists used calcite or chalk as a background or highlight. Today it is one of the colors representing ultimate peace. Pearls are known as the world's oldest gem. They symbolize inner wisdom, purity and nurturing love. They are symbols of good health, good luck and unity.