Black pearls or Tahitian pearls have been among the most prized gems in women's jewelry since explorers first saw natives trading them in what became the French West Indies, then Tahiti. Their large sizes and stunning colors, ranging from greens and blues through black and silver, make them exceptionally beautiful however they are set.
Naturally formed, these pearls are extremely rare. Only one oyster in the world creates pearls in this range of colors and sizes, the Pinctada Margaritifera oyster, which grows to an exceptional 10 pounds or more. Today, these pearls are cultured in lagoons off Tahiti, making it possible to protect the future of this once endangered oyster and to provide for the jewelry trade.
Brief about Tahitian pearl earrings Earrings made from the high quality Tahitian pearls we offer have extraordinary luster that will make them and their wearer stand out.
Traditionally, black pearl earrings have had conservative designs focused on the pearl itself. Today's quality pearl earrings offer a much wider range of design options to satisfy every woman's fashion interests.
Types of Tahitian pearls used in earrings Both round pearls and irregularly shaped ones are used in Tahitian black pearl earrings. Various drop shaped pearls make very appealing pendant earrings, using caps and ornaments to highlight their shape. Both baroque and circle baroque pearls come to the market from Tahiti and create elegant pendant earrings.
Types of Tahitian pearl earrings In recent years, jewelry designers have begun to treat these gems as they might other precious stones, ceasing to bind them to a range of designs "appropriate" for pearls.
As a result, the range of black pearl earring designs available today is unparalleled. The classic studs we've always loved are still available. Some are crowned with a decorative cap or surrounded with a decorative collar, often encrusted with diamonds. Traditional cocktail earrings dangle the pearl from a delicate embellishment of diamond pave.
But a new range of design options dangle these special gems from delicate chains or heavier links. Baroque teardrops are linked to the earwire by a variety of interesting caps. New designs mix black pearls with pink sapphires. Designs that hearken to the retro 1960s or the vintage Edwardian era beckon are one of the most famous in the world.
Quality types of Tahitian pearls Tahitian pearls are quality rated from A to AAA according to their surface smoothness and their luster. Laguna Pearl only sells AA+ and AAA pearls, which come from the top 10 percent of the pearl harvest.
AAA Very high luster. Highest grade. Top 2 percent of the pearl harvest. Flawless on at least 95% of the surface with 5% having slight concentrated imperfections.
AA+ High luster. High-grade. Top 5-10 percent of the harvest. Flawless on 80 to 85 percent of surface; remaining 15 to 20 percent shows only minor imperfections, up to two deep imperfections also sold in finer jewelry stores.
Unique features of Tahitian black pearl earrings Earrings made from Tahitian black pearls will always stand out. A high quality black pearl is still among the rarest pearls in the market. Even those who don't know about their rarity can't help but be stunned by the beauty of their unusual colors. Black pearl earrings will outplay an LBD anyday. They represent the best in investment dressing.
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