Pearl Jewelry

Today, freshwater pearls are a major product in the fine jewelry market. Their continued quality improvement allow some to almost rival their Akoya saltwater counterparts.

According to Chinese historical recordes freshwater blister pearls have been sucessfullyl cultured from as far back as 700 hundred years ago. Natural pearls were formed within freshwater mussels and found during harvest. The mussels were harvested mainly for food in these early days.

Q: How do I know which pearls are freshwater pearls?
Answer: When you are buying pearls, it is very important to know which are genuine freshwater pearl. Here are some of the characteristics of real freshwater pearls:

• These pearls are always not equal.
• When you wear real freshwater pearls it gives cold affect to the neck.
• When you try to bite it, you will feel it has grain in it.
• It will not be burn in hot temperature.

Choosing pearls that are of the best quality are determined by luster, nacre thickness and quality (the outer layer), color, surface perfection, shape, and size. The biggest factor of pearl quality is nacre thickness and quality which determines how long the pearl will last. Nacre thickness determines the longevity of the pearl and nacre quality determines how light reflects through the layers of the pearls. High luster and iridescence come from high quality nacre and any pearl with these characteristics has quality, thick nacre. When judging nacre look for uniform iridescence, intensity of luster, cracks and peeling, estimate thickness near the drill hole between the nacre and the shell bead (nacre is lighter). Pearls are very thick with at least .5 mm on all pearls, thick with at least.5mm on most pearls, medium with between .35 and .5 mm on most pearls, and thin with .25 mm or less on most pearls.

A lovely white freshwater pearl necklace is perfect for every occasion. From the office to that special occasion, pearl necklace adds just the perfect shine and dazzle. Freshwater Lavander Pearl Sizes First is pearl size. The most popular size range is 7mm to 8mm. Again, you’ll need to consider the wearers height, size and personal tastes.