Is South Sea pearl expensive?

Is South Sea pearl expensive?

South Sea pearls are considered the most valuable. They are also the largest pearl variety on the market. A strand of South Sea pearls can range from $1,000 to over $100,000.

Are South Sea pearls good?

Fine South Sea Pearls are the superlative pearls, the crème de la crème of pearls, the most coveted and sought-after of all cultivated pearls in the world. They are unique in that they exhibit very high levels of each of the value factors – size, shape, luster/nacre thickness, surface cleanliness and rarity.

What is the rare color of South Sea pearl?

The overall value of these pearls is higher than akoya or Tahitian, and very comparable to white South Sea pearls. The deepest golden color, often referred to as 24 karat, is considered the most valuable color of all South Sea pearls.

Is South Sea pearl real?

South Sea pearls are the rarest of all the types of pearls. They are cultivated in saltwater and have thicker nacre layers than any other pear, averaging around 2-4mm thick.

Do South Sea pearls have flaws?

Damaging and Non-Damaging Blemishes It’s important to remember that some blemishes won’t detract from the beauty or value of a pearl, and this is particularly true with South Sea pearls. That’s because it takes these pearls 2 to 3 years to develop, and flawless or slightly flawed South Sea pearls are extremely rare.

Are black pearls valuable?

Black Pearl Price Range: Dyed Black Freshwater Pearls: $50 – $1000. Dyed Black Akoya Pearls: $100 – $2000. Natural Color Black Tahitian Pearls: $250 – $30,000.

How can I tell if my South Sea pearl is real?

The first and the easiest way to tell if a pearl is real is by feeling it. When you touch a real pearl, it feels cool and warms up when worn. Fake pearls feel warm, and can be sticky when felt with fingers. A natural pearl has a unique weight.

What do South Sea pearls symbolize?

Pearls represent wisdom gained through experience. The gems of the sea are believed to offer protection to the wearer, as well as attract good luck and wealth.

Are there black South Sea pearls?

Tahitian South Sea pearls are considered to be the second most valuable commercially farmed pearls in the world. These pearls are produced by the large Black-lipped oyster which is the only mollusk to produce naturally black pearls.

What is the best grade of South Sea pearl?

South Sea pearls are famous for their high gloss luster. We have four grades of pearl luster: Very High (AAA), High (AA), Medium (A) and Soft (B). This is the quality of the light reflections from the pearl’s surface. Pearls are said to have high, or very high, luster when the reflections are bright and sharp.

What is the price of South Sea pearls?

South Sea Pearls Price South Sea Pearls cost approximately INR 6,500 per carat.