Pearls are truly rare. They are also known as the oldest gems. Unlike other gems like diamonds, emeralds, and rubies which are products of geology and chemistry, pearls are a matter of biology. Pearls are organic because they come from living organisms. Cultured pearls are as real as natural pearls. Pearls that are sold on the market today are all cultured since natural pearl diving is now banned throughout the world. This is to protect valuable oyster beds. Consequently, natural pearls are extremely rare and are now traded only as antiques.
There are several types of oysters and mussels, and each produces a different type of pearls. Pearls are graded on a scale of A to D according to their luster, size, color, shape, surface quality, and nacre quality. A perfectly round, clean, and glowing pearl is graded AAA. The Tahitian pearls, known as “black pearls”, are quite rare and more expensive than the usual white pearls. They’re not exactly black, but rather dark grey or silver in color with greenish, bluish or purplish overtones. Those darker varieties are the most valuable and are considered the most beautiful of all pearls.
Tahitian cultured pearls are cultivated from the black-lipped variety of the Pinctada margaritifera. This type of oyster is quite sensitive and costly to cultivate, making the black pearl even more valuable. It has been believed that pearls are best given to you as a gift, rather than buying them for yourself. A Tahitian Cultured Black Pearl Pendant Necklace would make quite a special gift for your loved one. This elegant piece of treasure by VIKI LYNN is secured in a sterling silver cable-style chain with a spring ring clasp. The pendant is a round 9-10 mm black pearl, classified as high-luster and very slightly blemished.
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