Tahitian Pearl Necklace Guide

When you are looking to buy a black Tahitian pearl necklace, the quality and thickness of the nacre is probably the single most important part of the necklace. Nacre is the coating that grows around the pearl while the pearl is formed inside the oyster. The longer a pearl is cultured inside of an oyster, the thicker the nacre will be around the pearl. In Japanese and Chinese pearls, the nacre is produced much slower that in the warmer waters of Tahiti. Experts estimate this production to be about 10 to 15 times slower. The result is that a thickness of 0.5mm in Japanese and Chinese pearls is considered a very thick Nacre. In these pearls, the nacre may consist of up to 30% of the total pearl´s volume.

In contrast, a Tahitian black pearl with a nacre thickness of less than 0.8mm is considered unacceptable and it is not sold locally, nor is it exported for sale. The nacre coating of Tahitian pearl´s can make up to 50% of the pearl´s total volume.

The thickness of a pearl´s nacre is important for a few reasons. It is what protects the pearl, and if the nacre is too thin, the pearl will damage very easily. Furthermore, a thin nacre can wear off quickly, whereas a thick nacre, with proper care, can last for many years. The nacre is also important because it is what gives the pearl its beautiful luster, and that mysterious iridescent look. The thicker the nacre, the greater the iridescent effect.

Now you are aware of how important the nacre thickness is when selecting a Tahitian pearl necklace. However, there are many other factors to consider that are also affect the price and quality. It is important to be aware of these and to select a necklace that suits your purposes.

If you are interested in purchasing a Tahitian black pearl necklace, the nacre thickness should be the first thing you pay attention to. However, there are many other factors that affect the quality and price of the pearls you are buying. It is important to know these so you can choose the best necklace possible for your available budget.

Luster – a high quality Tahitian pearl will always have a beautiful luster, which refers to the pearl’s ability to reflect light. A pearl with a thick nacre will usually reflect light similar to that of a mirror, meaning you can see the reflection of things in the pearls. Tahitian pearls, because of their color, have a sheen with a slight resemblance to metal, and look much more like a mirror than a typical pearl. Basically, the thicker the nacre, the more brilliant the pearl´s luster, and the higher the cost of the Tahitian pearls.

Size – Similar to all types of precious stones, the larger the pearl, the more valued it is. Tahitian black pearls tend to be larger than most other types of pearls, ranging from about 7.5mm to 14mm. The size of Tahitian pearls is measured to the half millimeter, and the price difference goes up rapidly for every increase of 0.5mm. Tahitian black pearls can be found as big as 16mm to 18mm, although these are quite rare and very expensive.

Shape – When people think of the shape of a pearl, they tend to think of a perfect sphere. This is a large misconception, because only the best and most expensive pearls are close to a perfect sphere. The shape of pearls are broken down into a few categories: round, semi-round, semi-baroque, baroque, and ringed of circled. The shape of the pearls on Tahitian black necklaces are usually round or semi-round, because they look the best on a necklace.

One of the greatest things about Tahitian pearls is the endless types of jewelry you can make. They can be found it all different shapes, sizes, and colors, so all you need is a little creativity, and you can make a truly unique piece of jewelry. Most people think of Tahitian pearls as a classic style jewelry, but with a little thought, it can become a whole lot more.

The best way to see this in real life is to check out the jewelry that different celebrities wear. They have the money to buy any Tahitian pearl they want, and are often looking for unique pieces of jewelry to wear, from necklaces to bracelets to broaches. The style of the jewelry is anywhere from classic to modern, and this is evident in the flashy hip hop jewelry that some celebrities are wearing.

Other unique uses for Tahitian pearls are small art objects. They often use baroque shaped pearls, and integrate them into a piece of art. Artists enjoy using Tahitian pearls, because the baroque pieces are often an odd shape, so their integration often leads to a very original piece of art.

Tahitian pearls also make for amazing photography. Again, the different colors and shapes, combined with the pearls overtones, lead to endless photo possibilities. Creative artists have used them as much more than jewelry, and with incredible results.

With a little bit of money and a lot of creativity, Tahitian pearls can be used for just about anything. The more people realize this, the more we will see new, original pieces of art.