White Keshi
January 15th, 2010
The Different Types of Pearls
There are many different types of pearls which are made into rings, necklaces and bracelets. But what are the different types and how do we tell them apart? We’ve compiled a list of the top 6 types of pearls so you can find out what makes each type of pearl so unique.
The difference between natural pearls and cultured pearls
Before explaining some of the most common types of pearls used in jewellery, we must first talk about the difference between natural pearls and cultured pearls.
Natural pearls are formed without the interference of human beings and are formed naturally around an irritant such as a piece of coral, seashell or grain of sand within an oyster.
Cultured pearls are made the same way that natural pearls are except the irritant is introduced by man. For instance, someone will put a grain of sand into an oyster in a controlled environment to create a pearl.
Because natural pearls are much rarer than cultured pearls, they are also more expensive.
Freshwater Pearls
Freshwater pearls are grown in mussels. In general, each oyster can produce twenty or more pearls, taking one and a half to two years to harvest the pearls.
Japanese cultured pearls
These pearls are generally associated with the Japanese Pearl Industry. They are smaller than south sea pearls and come in a range of colours including rose, cream, white and gold.
Keshi Pearls
The keshi pearl is actually a byproduct of the whole pearl harvesting process. What can happen during harvesting is debris enters the oyster. The oyster then covers it in nacre and a keshi pearl is created.
Saltwater Cultured Pearls
Saltwater cultured pearls are grown in oysters in saltwater. It takes approximately two and a half years to produce a good harvest of these pearls and each oyster can only produce one pearl. Because of the length of time it takes to grow, and the fact that an oyster can only produce one, saltwater cultured pearls are more expensive than freshwater pearls.
Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines, Burma, Australia and Tahiti are all known for producing saltwater cultured pearls. The well known and much loved black pearls come from Tahiti.
Mabe Pearls
Mabe pearls derive from when a human attaches a plastic dome to the inside shell of an oyster. The oyster then covers the dome in nacre. During the harvesting of the pearls the mabe is cut off from the shell and the inside is filled with plastic or another substance to give it weight. Maybe pearls especially make great rings because of their large dome shape.
Mother of pearl
Mother of pearl refers to the appearance of the inside of an oyster shell, it is not technically a pearl.
All shells that have this shiny coating on the inside have the ability to create a pearl.
Pearls make beautiful jewellery. I hope you’ve enjoyed learning about some of the fascinating types of pearls and finding out just how they are made.
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Two Strand Keshi Freshwater Pearl Necklace with Crystal Accents N 8195 $219.5 Two Strand Keshi Freshwater Pearl Necklace with Crystal Accents |
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Dangle Freshwater Keshi Pearl Destination Earrings on Sterling Silver Post E8194 $77.5 Dangle Freshwater Keshi Pearl Destination Earrings on Sterling Silver Post This unique and elegant pair of destination earrings is adorned with breath taking Keshi Pearl Components and Sterling Silver Post Accent Classy with a touch of beach accent these earrings can be worn to a variety of special occasion events and look just as spectacular at each and every one of them Earrings Measure 112 Long |
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Dainty Keshi Pearl Touch Necklace Earring Set N 8137 & E 8138 $109.5 Theses gorgeous dangle earrings with a coordinating necklace set features a beautiful dainty garden style with components of Keshi Pearls and Swarovski Crystals Earrings measure 1 12 long and the necklace is adjustable 15 to 18 |
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JeGem Sterling Silver Keshi Petal Pearl, Biwa Pearl, Pearl Cuff Bracelet $331.99 Material: sterling silverStone(s): high-grade cultured freshwater pink pearl / gold / green color enhanced pearl, high-grade cultured freshwater pink Keshi Petal Pearl / gold / green color enhanced Keshi Petal Pearl and high-grade rainbow fire cultured freshwater pink Biwa pearl / gold / green color enhanced biwa pearlWidth (widest section): 2.1 inchOpening Width: 1.1 inchInner circumference (including the opening): 7 inchesThe size is also adjustable.Weight: 92.7 gramsStamp / Mark: 925 |
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Ivory Freshwater Keshi Pearl Wrap Bracelet 8522 $19.5 A festive yet elegant ivory pearl bracelet featuring genuine aurora borealis crystals This bracelet&39;s iridescent pearls capture light from every angle while the crystals sparkle brilliantly Perfect for any bride or bridesmaid Size Length 3&39;&39; at rest will stretch to fit most wrists |
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Gold and pearl earrings, ‘Excellence’ (Brazil) $654.95 Square Keshi pearls hypnotize with their white luster in a mesmerizing design by Mary Geluda. Keshi pearls are formed when the oyster rejects the implanted nucleus, thus they are 100% nacre as well as especially lustrous and shimmering. Known also as “poppy seed pearls,” they are beautifully framed in 18k gold and escorted by the powerful red hue of natural garnets. Marked 750, the official designation for 75% gold and the equivalent of 18k. |
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JeGem 19 Inch Pearl Sterling Silver Necklace $426.99 Necklace Inner Circumference (closed): 19 inchesNumber of Strand: 9Necklace Stone: top-grade cultured freshwater white pearl and high-grade cultured freshwater white Keshi Petal PearlDrop: 1.05 inchWeight: 206.4 gramsStamp / Mark: 925 |
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White $10 White |