Mollusk are gemstone makers, they have miraculously and naturally produced pearls, pearls that have been widely used in jewellery making.  The charm these gemstones possess with their lustrous and iridescent features has encouraged human intervention to cultivate them.  Actually, pearls have become indispensable gemstones for fine jewellery.  

Fine jewellery will always be associated with high-quality, excellently crafted jewellery from precious metals like gold and platinum among others, and adorned with genuine gemstones like diamonds, emeralds, rubies, and pearls to name a few.  This type of jewellery is created to last a lifetime and can be passed down as heirlooms as they are often seen as an investment.  

What are the different types of pearls used in fine jewellery?

Akoya Pearls

A well-known and widely used high luster and classic white or cream color is the Akoya pearl.  Primarily cultivated in Japan and China, they are perfectly round in shape measuring 6mm to 9mm making them ideal for elegant necklaces, earrings, and bracelets.

South Sea Pearls

Growing between 9mm and 20mm in diameter, these pearls are among the largest, so they are known as the “queen of pearls”.  South Sea pearls are cultivated in the tropical waters of Australia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.  They are the most luxurious pearls in shades of white, silver, and gold, with a soft, satiny luster.

Tahitian Pearls

Known as “black pearls”, their colors range from black to shades of green, blue, and aubergine.  Tahitian pearls originate from French Polynesia and their striking exotic dark hues are the treasured choice for statement jewellery pieces.  

Freshwater Pearls

Lakes and rivers in China are the primary cultivators of this type of pearl.  Though more affordable than saltwater pearls, high-quality freshwater ones can actually rival their saltwater counterparts in beauty and luster.  With their different shapes, sizes, and colors (white, pink, peach, and lavender), they are commonly used in modern and artistic jewellery designs.

Keshi Pearls

Found in both saltwater and freshwater, they form without a nucleus, so they have irregular and baroque shapes.  Keshi pearls’ uniqueness is manifested in their distinctive shapes and exceptionally high luster.  These characteristics make them an excellent choice for organic and unconventional styles. 

Baroque Pearls

Another type with irregular shapes is the Baroque pearls which you can find in Akoya, South Sea, Tahitian, and freshwater.  Since these pearls are non-symmetrical, one-of-a-kind gemstones in each piece,  this makes them attractive to those who appreciate individuality and creativity in jewellery.Pearls have continued to delight jewellery users around the world with their sophisticated, graceful, natural, and timeless beauty.  Fine jewellery has also utilized the classic elegance of Akoya pearls, the bold statement of Tahitian pearls, the uniqueness of Keshi and Baroque pearls, the luxurious appeal of South Sea pearls, and the versatility of freshwater pearls to create beautiful, high-quality, and elegant human ornaments.  You may visit Garen pearl jewellery, and take a look at how this gemstone has been crafted to make elegant adornment that can be used for special occasions, formal events, or even daily wear.