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Learn about the different types and colors of natural and cultured pearls, from white and cream to black and silver. Find out how pearls are formed, cultivated, and valued by GIA, the world's foremost authority on gems.
- From Elegant to Everyday
- Where Do Pearls Get Their color?
- Where Do Colored Pearls originate?
- 13 Pearl Colors
- Which Pearl Color Should You Choose?
- Colored Pearl FAQ
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Few things are as distinctive, elegant, and culturally resonant as a strand of ivory pearls. They are equally stunning when paired with a low-neck satin gown as they are with a white T-shirt and mom jeans, worn at a grand opera house or in the supermarket. This June birthstone is instantly recognizable and is making a comeback into contemporary fas...
To understand color in pearls we first have to look at the different levels of colorrecognized in pearl jewelry: body color, overtone, and orient. Body color is the basic hue of the pearl as a whole, for example white, lavender, or yellow. We can think of this as our canvas. Overtoneis the subtler hint of color that gives the pearl its character. F...
Pearls can be cultivated in any temperate coastal area, but the most common places to find pearl farms are: 1. China 2. Japan 3. Australia 4. French Polynesia 5. New Zealand 6. Indonesia 7. the Philippines. China produces a wide range of colored freshwater pearls including pink, peach, and lavender. Rich golden South Sea pearls come mainly from the...
White
White, ivory, or cream colored pearls are the quintessential symbol of elegance. Favored by the Grace Kellys and Jackie Kennedys of the world and immortalized by Audrey Hepburn’s effortlessly chic morning after ensemble in Breakfast at Tiffany’s, white pearls will always be fashionable. Most white akoya saltwater pearls are harvested in Japan and China, with small amounts coming from Vietnam, Australia, and Thailand. The vast majority of white freshwater pearls come from pearl farms in China....
Black
Black pearls are a deep, exotic gemstone perfect for people who find the subdued tradition of white pearls too constraining. Their ebony body color is the perfect canvas for a stunning array of overtones including green, blue, red, copper, and even violet. Black pearls are primarily cultivated in the islands of French Polynesia and traded in Tahiti, which leads to their more common name of “Tahitian pearls”. These pearls tend to be quite large, closer to the size of South Sea pearls, but you...
Gold
Gold pearls are a sight to behold. True gold pearls are a variety of South Sea pearls, which also come in white. They tend to be quite large (up to 20mm, or just under an inch). Colors of naturally golden pearls can range from gentle champagne tones to deep, brassy colors known as “24k gold”. Generally richer, deeper colors are the most valuable. They’re grown in the Philippines, Indonesia, and Australia.
With so many wonderful options available today, pearl shoppers are no longer limited to the classic white strands that our grandmothers wore. There is a wide variety to suit all skin tones, seasons, ages, and occasions. In summer, fair haired beauties may prefer pink or peach pearls, reserving richer golden colors for autumn. Women with darker feat...
Pretty As A Pearl As you can see, what’s often thought of as one singular white gem is actually a world of colorful possibilities. Pearls can be fun, fresh, and contemporary as well as classically demure and elegant. Whether you feel most drawn to the soft tropical tones of peach freshwater pearls or the take-no-prisoners confidence of a heady blac...
Learn about the different colors of pearls, from white to black, and how they are cultivated and treated. Red pearls are a rare and exotic variety of Tahitian pearls, with a deep, rich hue and a multicolored iridescence.
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- White. White pearls are often what people picture when they think of pearls. They are usually found in both freshwater and saltwater environments. These pearls are commonly sourced from oysters in the waters of Japan, China, and Australia.
- Champagne. Champagne pearls are a delightful shade that resembles the bubbly beverage they’re named after. They are usually found in the warm waters of the South Sea and areas around the Philippines and Indonesia.
- Golden. Golden pearls are a rare and beautiful kind of pearl. Less than 1% of Pinctada maxima oysters produce nacre in this stunning color. These pearls are primarily found in the warm, tropical waters of Australia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.
- Silver. Silver pearls have a sleek, modern look with their cool, metallic sheen. They are most commonly found in the oysters of the South Sea and Tahitian regions.
Red Pearl, similarly to Red Hyang, is known for its pulpy flesh and high sweetness level when fully ripe. Larger than a palm size, these mandarin oranges are coming top of the list as the favourite gift or for self-consumption. Only available during CNY period, whilst stock last!
Cultivated in the fertile lands of Jeju Island, Korea, known for its mild winter climate ideal for tangerine cultivation. A luscious hybrid of Seo Ji Hyang and Korea Hallabong varieties, creating a unique 'Red Pearl' variety.
'Hadi Red Pearl' is a quite new, especially distinctive swordplant cultivar. It is also labeled as 'Harbich Red' in trade. It is described as an especially small plant, hardly exceeding a height of 10 cm and a width of 15 cm.
