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HOW TO BUY PEARLS?
Buying the pearls is not an easy task, it requires
assayer eyes to select the best. But with little bit research, you’ll be able to choose pearls based on style, quality and color. The original pearl jewelry consists of the sign of purity like GIA graded pearl jewelry, Hallmark, pearl grading, etc. Here are some tips for the people interested in buying quality pearls.
STEP 1: WHAT ARE CULTURED PEARLS? The pearls sold in the market
are known as “cultured pearls” or to be called as “Natural pearls”. Many consumers and jewelers called it as Freshwater pearls as cultured pearls. But this is confusing because Tahitian, Akoya, South Sea and Freshwater pearls are all cultured pearls. To avoid this, familiar consumers and dealers will refer pearls by their exact pearl type.
STEP 2: WHAT TYPE SUITS YOUR STYLE AND BUDGET?
Select what type of pearl suits your style and budget. A strand of pearls can range from $40- $45,000+, so you need to understand the different types of pearls by their size, price range, color and shape.
STEP 3: SELECT THE RIGHT COLOR White is the classic, versatile
color choice and many believed that a woman's first pearl necklace should always be a white strand. "Black" pearls are not actually black but dark shades of gray, greens and blues and give an exotic look that works especially well with darker skin tones. Pink, peach and lavender shades are perfect for spring and summer wear but when color matched correctly - an outfit can look incredibly sophisticated as well.
STEP 4: UNDERSTANDING THE VALUE FACTORS
When dealing with cultured pearls there are several factors that will determine the overall value of a pearl.
Shape: Shape is the biggest factor. The highest price is commanded by the round shaped pearls but most of the people like the uniqueness of baroque and off round pearls.
Surface: Another important factor of pearl is its surface. The cleaner the surface of the pearl shows its better quality.
Luster: It is related to the surface. The poor surface affects the luster of the pearl. A pearl’s luster makes a pearl “pop” and stand out.
Size: Last but most important factor is size and in the case of pearls size matters. Choose the pearls of 7mm and larger for adults and for teenager smaller than 7mm.
PEARL BUYING TIPS:
1. Purchase only from the company with a solid return policy.
2. Purchase from a retailer that specialize in pearls.
3. Don’t get hung up on brand names.
4. A simple method of check the accuracy of the pearl is “Tooth Test”.
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