Black pearls are considered to be the symbol of wisdom and strength, while pearls, in general, are considered an adequate choice for funerals for not being as shiny and distracting as other jewelry. Pearls can also represent sympathy and sorrow for the bereaved family.

Harris, Senate Majority Leader John Thune and House Speaker Mike Johnson delivered eulogies celebrating Carter’s faith, military service and devotion to service, including his hands-on contributions to building homes for those in need through Habitat for Humanity.

The first lady took her seat next to Harris with nary an acknowledgement or glance toward the vice president and second gentleman.

Count CNN’s Jake Tapper among those who noticed a bit of frostiness between Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, and their spouses at Jimmy Carter’s funeral on Thursday. The network star noted he did not see a “particularly warm” greeting between the quartet,

CNN's Jake Tapper said Thursday that the greeting between President Biden, Jill Biden and the second family did not appear to be very warm at Jimmy Carter's funeral.

Jill Biden Takes Her Seat Next To Kamala Harris At Jimmy Carter Funeral On Thursday, Vice President Kamala Harris and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden sat next to each other at late President Jimmy Carter's funeral service.