Their typical sizes range from 8mm to 16mm. These naturally colored pearls are collectively called black pearls, but their colors include gray, blue, green, and purple. These pearls are grown in freshwater lakes, rivers, and ponds, predominately in China.
Although many are white and resemble the akoya cultured pearls in shape and size, they can also be produced in various shapes and in an array of pastel colors. Imitation pearls are usually a coated glass bead. Most have a high luster, but not the depth of luster seen on high quality cultured pearls. It can be a challenge, though, to determine if the pearl is cultured or natural.
And, many pearls undergo treatments to either enhance their luster or alter their color. Since this treatment affects their value, you will want to obtain the educated advice of a top jeweler, such as the certified gemologists of the American Gem Society. Learn more about precious metals or diamonds. To find the perfect pearls, visit your local AGS jeweler. About Pearls. Pearl Education. While shopping for pearls, there are various lengths available: A collar fits directly against the throat A choker rests at the base of the neck The princess length reaches near the collarbone A matinee length is usually inches The Opera length is inches The longest length, known as a rope, refers to all strands longer than 36 inches Necklaces can also be classified as uniform where all pearls are about the same size or graduated pearls change uniformly from ends to center.
Natural Pearls. It's pretty easy to notice if the color is fading from one of your pearls. It's not as clear to see if one of the pearls on a whole string of them gets a scratch, though. To best avoid scratches, always put your pearls back in the box they came from.
If you prefer to keep all of your jewelry in one place, then you should set aside a special, soft area for your pearls. Give your necklace its own drawer in a jewelry box or create padded rows for your pearl earrings and rings. This way, no matter how many accessories you have or how you store them all, your pearls will always be in top condition. Some people think the best solution to a pearl scratch or a fading color is to clean it.
Be wary of this. The last thing you want to do is make matters worse by applying a tough chemical to your pearls. If you do feel the need to clean them, gently rub your jewelry with a soft, damp cloth. Don't put any special cleaner on the cloth. For a better clean, take your jewelry to a professional rather than trying to do it yourself. Whether you want to get your favorite pearl necklace cleaned or you need a new pearl necklace, you need to find the right jeweler for the job. As far as new pieces of fine jewelry go, you've come to the right place!
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They originated in Lake Biwa, Japan but are now cultured in China. They are characteristically smooth with a deep lustre. Natural Pearls are made without any human intervention. They usually have rounded surfaces. It is rare that a grain of sand will trigger the self-protection mechanism, these molluscs live in sand and can therefore easily expel it. The colours of the pearls can be white, soft pink, mauve, brown and pale grey.
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