Pearl Types: What makes them different

Many people ask, what types of pearls are there? Many more people don't even realize there are different types of pearls! Let's take a look at the different types of pearls and how they differ from each other!
There are many types of pearls: Natural vs Cultured Pearls, Freshwater vs Sea Pearls, Tahitian Pearls, South Sea Pearls, Akoya Pearls, Edison Pearls, Conch Pearls, Mabe Pearls, so many pearls!
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[@michelemurphy3541]

Thank You for an incredibly informative lesson in pearls. I enjoyed this and learned. Fantastic!

[@hashtagetcetera4639]

thanks for the knowledge, I'll start off with Akoya.

[@migueldeavalos8971]

Accurately Informative, Thanks.

[@catherinesmart5000]

Any tips for picking a good size mm for a strand of pearls to be flattering?

[@KyllonenLuxury]

It will depend on the type of pearls. Freshwater and akoya pearls tend to be，7mm, 7.5mm, or 8mm for the most common sizes. And I would say these are also the most common pearl necklaces as well.
Tahiti pearls are often 8 to 10.5mm graduating. South sea pearls are often 10 to 13mm.

[@snehajoseph2091]

what can i do if my pearl get some fungai

[@smigielko]

Thank you.

[@elvis12893]

Good to see this.

[@CatatonicOne]

I have a Three strand necklace left to me from Grandmother, the pearls are grayish, purple, it's 585 on clasp, how do I determine the type?

[@edweena3530]

. . . you left out Quahogs & Melo Melos . Does a matched strand of Quahog pearls even exist? Occasionally a ring will pop up, or a matched pair of earrings, but have yet to find a strand.

[@KyllonenLuxury]

This is kind of in the area similar to Conch Pearls as well. I have personally never seen a quahog pearl strand and overall arent as popular is conch pearls. However, Melos are becoming more common, especially in Asia. Thanks for the comment. Very knowledgable.

[@hakimalhajar]

Amazing

[@hannahherman5238]

And then there are river clam pearls in a multitude of colors like purple blue black red and multi colored

[@kyllonen06]

What you're referring to fall under Freshwater pearls. However, generally there aren't any natural black Freshwater or a true red. But they certainly have lots of colors.

[@alvina.7322]

Hi I'm from Asia but living here in U.S. My. Family from Asia has a Giant Clamp with pearl on it. 9.2klgs how much does it cost when selling it?

[@KyllonenLuxury]

Often these type aren't very valuable. As they're are often shell, rather than pearl. Natural wild pearl often needs a GIA certificate.

[@alvina.7322]

@@KyllonenLuxury ahh ok thanks for the info. God bless.

[@sachinkainth9508]

So how are conk 'pearls' formed?

[@KyllonenLuxury]

Conch pearls are formed inside of Queen Conch shells which are in the Caribbean. They're a non nacreous pearl so their appearance is different. They look shiny like porcelain and beautiful ones have flames. This is because they have a polycrystalline structure. Conch pearls are also always wild. People have not yet figured out how to culture them.

[@sachinkainth9508]

@@KyllonenLuxury Thank you for the informative reply.

[@saigonmonopoly1105]

that why it not real black peaarl u can see through it white under pant or baall round cheated

[@jenniferbanks293]

Will a cultural pearl be gritty to the teeth?

[@KyllonenLuxury]

Yes! They glass and plastic tend to be smooth but real pearls have texture.