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The Charming Black Pearls
Black pearls belong to the black group. Legends tracked black pearls of the South Pacific regions and to the wide stretch of Cook Islands, Tahiti, Tuamotu Archipelago and in French Polynesia, specifically the Gambier Islands. Cook Islands are the area producing almost 38% of the world’s supply of pearls at present.
The most common black pearl is the Tahitian black pearl which is acquired through grafting. Pictada Margaritifera is the term used to denote those skilled technicians who cultured black pearls in Tahiti.Tahitian pearls carry a metallic steel gray color; naturally these color is produced from the secretions from multi colored mother of pearl.
Black Pearls also called black lipped pearls have variety of colors such as black, dark grey and dark green. Quite famous and expensive are “peacock green” pearls. There are also black dyed pearls and these are synthetically made. These dyed pearls usually lose their color overtime.
Black pearls are naturally bigger than white pearls because the mollusks producing them are generally larger. The black pearls’ mollusks can grow as large as 12 inches and can weigh up to 10 lbs. White pearls are cultures for only a period of 5 to 6 months, thus the growth is inhibited.
There are two classifications of black pearls:
1. Natural Black pearls which is rare. These pearls are found only in one every ten thousand mollusks. Diving the mollusks are illegal because endangering these pieces of natural pearls are being avoided.
2. Cultured Black Pearls are grafted from 18 to 24 months and harvested when the mother of pearl have produced the necessary thickness needed for the pearl’s durability.
Black pearls are alluring and can be valued from A-D grade using the following criterion:
1. Color or Hue. The brilliance or luster a pearl carries is usually a striking characteristic and catches the eye. The lustrous effect is not only brought about by reflection but also refraction of light. The mirror like brilliance in black pearls is the highest quality it carries.
2. Shape. 1 to 2% of pearls in the South Seas have perfectly round shapes. Round pearls are the most precious pearls with regards to shape categories. Drop or the pear shaped pearls can also be expensive when transformed into a highly priced necklaces, earrings or pendants. Some oysters which are organically produced pearls used in buttons, necklaces and bracelets are rated for the uniqueness they have. Flat pearls are commonly used for earrings and means accessories such as rings, tie tacks or tuxedo sets.
3. Size. Black pearls’ diameter can be measured by its millimeter. Polynesian pearls measure 8 to 12 mm; some large pearls found there can measure 13 to 18 mm. The largest pearls are the ones found in South Seas. Size can be a category in rating pearls although it does not increase the value they possess.
4. Surface. Pearls’ surface is another factor in grading a black pearl. Jewelry appraiser examines a pearl on its outer layer. Those pearls with markings (2 to 3 pin pricks) can still belong to A rating as long as its surface is clean. Those perfect pearls with flawless surface are rarely found although available and thus highly priced. Any spots and marks in the nacre reduce the rating of pearls to B C or D.
When buying black pearls, a lifetime guarantee must always accompany any purchase.
Certain stores offer black pearls such as Black Pearl Aspen which is situated in Aspen Colorado, the Black Pearl Hanalei in the Kauai Island of South Sea and Black Pearl Poipu in Hawaii. They offer different kinds of black pearls accessories and jewelries. You can have a relaxation over their scenic views while purchasing for your pearls.
Online stores also offer black pearls examples are overstock.com, blunile.com, and anandiapearls.com. The prices range from $219.99, $350.00 to as high as $1,500 depending on the set and kind of jewelries you want to purchase.
Black pearls can really be a misnomer. It doesn’t particularly refer to black gems but ranges in light to dark silver. Black pearls whether natural or cultured are alluring and incomparable. Buying for these items can be quite costly so the categories regarded to them must be completely observed. Collecting them can be a passion and can really be quite an investment for future.
Black pearls belong to the black group. Legends tracked black pearls of the South Pacific regions and to the wide stretch of Cook Islands, Tahiti, Tuamotu Archipelago and in French Polynesia, specifically the Gambier Islands. Cook Islands are the area producing almost 38% of the world’s supply of pearls at present.
The most common black pearl is the Tahitian black pearl which is acquired through grafting. Pictada Margaritifera is the term used to denote those skilled technicians who cultured black pearls in Tahiti.Tahitian pearls carry a metallic steel gray color; naturally these color is produced from the secretions from multi colored mother of pearl.
Black Pearls also called black lipped pearls have variety of colors such as black, dark grey and dark green. Quite famous and expensive are “peacock green” pearls. There are also black dyed pearls and these are synthetically made. These dyed pearls usually lose their color overtime.
Black pearls are naturally bigger than white pearls because the mollusks producing them are generally larger. The black pearls’ mollusks can grow as large as 12 inches and can weigh up to 10 lbs. White pearls are cultures for only a period of 5 to 6 months, thus the growth is inhibited.
There are two classifications of black pearls:
1. Natural Black pearls which is rare. These pearls are found only in one every ten thousand mollusks. Diving the mollusks are illegal because endangering these pieces of natural pearls are being avoided.
2. Cultured Black Pearls are grafted from 18 to 24 months and harvested when the mother of pearl have produced the necessary thickness needed for the pearl’s durability.
Black pearls are alluring and can be valued from A-D grade using the following criterion:
1. Color or Hue. The brilliance or luster a pearl carries is usually a striking characteristic and catches the eye. The lustrous effect is not only brought about by reflection but also refraction of light. The mirror like brilliance in black pearls is the highest quality it carries.
2. Shape. 1 to 2% of pearls in the South Seas have perfectly round shapes. Round pearls are the most precious pearls with regards to shape categories. Drop or the pear shaped pearls can also be expensive when transformed into a highly priced necklaces, earrings or pendants. Some oysters which are organically produced pearls used in buttons, necklaces and bracelets are rated for the uniqueness they have. Flat pearls are commonly used for earrings and means accessories such as rings, tie tacks or tuxedo sets.
3. Size. Black pearls’ diameter can be measured by its millimeter. Polynesian pearls measure 8 to 12 mm; some large pearls found there can measure 13 to 18 mm. The largest pearls are the ones found in South Seas. Size can be a category in rating pearls although it does not increase the value they possess.
4. Surface. Pearls’ surface is another factor in grading a black pearl. Jewelry appraiser examines a pearl on its outer layer. Those pearls with markings (2 to 3 pin pricks) can still belong to A rating as long as its surface is clean. Those perfect pearls with flawless surface are rarely found although available and thus highly priced. Any spots and marks in the nacre reduce the rating of pearls to B C or D.
When buying black pearls, a lifetime guarantee must always accompany any purchase.
Certain stores offer black pearls such as Black Pearl Aspen which is situated in Aspen Colorado, the Black Pearl Hanalei in the Kauai Island of South Sea and Black Pearl Poipu in Hawaii. They offer different kinds of black pearls accessories and jewelries. You can have a relaxation over their scenic views while purchasing for your pearls.
Online stores also offer black pearls examples are overstock.com, blunile.com, and anandiapearls.com. The prices range from $219.99, $350.00 to as high as $1,500 depending on the set and kind of jewelries you want to purchase.
Black pearls can really be a misnomer. It doesn’t particularly refer to black gems but ranges in light to dark silver. Black pearls whether natural or cultured are alluring and incomparable. Buying for these items can be quite costly so the categories regarded to them must be completely observed. Collecting them can be a passion and can really be quite an investment for future.
About the Author
Dr Nathalie Fiset is a family doctor and a certified hypnotherapist. For more information go to: http://www.unlimitedpearls.com www.aperfectharmony.com or www.a-1hypnosis.com
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