Thursday 30 June 2011

Pearl Jewelry is as diverse as fashion

Handmade Necklace: Pearls are characterized as exotic, diverse, unique, and timeless.  This is due to a fact that they are Elegant and classy in their own sense. The value of pearls is largely determined by its surface quality, size, matching, nacre thickness and luster or the inner glow of each pearl. Larger pearls are more valuable, it is due to a fact that it is not  machine made, which is really priceless. In reality, no two pearls are the like and there are countless pearls in varying shapes and colors. If we are to measure the market value of pearls in terms of color, the white-pink are the most expensive.

Pearls are available in different colors, sizes, shapes and origin. The white colored pearls might be the norm for many many years, but actually there are many types of this one of a kind gem that maybe a common person might not know of. The onset of pearl culturization paved the way for new types and varieties which are admired by many today. So here are some of the most popular types of pearls in the market today.

Akoya Pearls:
Akoyas are basically seawater pearls cultured in Japan and China. They are usually white and cream in color with light colored overtones. This type of pearls was originally cultured in Japan. However, when the technology of culturing pearls transferred to China, majority of Akoya production was also moved as well. China may now be the frontrunner in Akoya production, but Japan still continues to produce them as well.

South Sea Pearls:
South Sea pearls are largely harvested in South East Asian countries such as Thailand, Philippines and Indonesia, to the areas across the French Polynesia and Australia. It is considered to be one of the most expensive of all. They are usually golden and light yellow in color with light colored overtones.

Tahitian Pearls:
Tahitian pearls are also known as black pearls. They are usually harvested from a black-lipped oyster. This type of pearls are available in dark colors such as black, Grey, and peacock green.

While buying the pearls you should examine the color of the pearls. Usually there are two layers of color you can observe in a single pearl. Be sure to pick the sheer you always wanted. Look also for the shape and size that can distinctively characterized you. Pearls can be an expression of one self. The surface must also be smooth and without blemishes. Pearls are gemstones which are popular nowadays; there are those simple but elegant pieces of jewelry that should be included in your collection. Having a set of fine pearls are must to set your mood in an evening of casual parties and gatherings.

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