{"id":18527,"date":"2025-03-18T20:18:38","date_gmt":"2025-03-18T20:18:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/?p=18527"},"modified":"2026-07-09T15:59:59","modified_gmt":"2026-07-09T15:59:59","slug":"different-types-of-pearls","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/different-types-of-pearls\/","title":{"rendered":"Guide to the Different Types of Pearls"},"content":{"rendered":"Reading Time: <\/span> 5<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span>\n[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-28px|auto||auto||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Not all <\/span>pearls ar<\/span>e <\/span>created equal. Here\u2019s<\/span> <\/span>what to know <\/span>before<\/span> <\/span>purchasing<\/span> pearl jewelry<\/span>.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-4px|auto||auto||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Natural Pearls<\/h2>\n

Natural pearls are the\u00a0most traditional and <\/span>rarest type of pearl<\/span>. They\u00a0form when an irritant enters the soft tissue of a mollusk, triggering it to secrete layers of nacre<\/a> to protect itself. Over time, these layers build up, forming a pearl. Natural pearls often have irregular shapes, although round ones can occasionally be found. Their colors range from white and cream to shades of pink, gray and even black. Due to their rarity, natural pearls are the <\/span>most expensive type of pearl<\/span>\u00a0and highly sought after by collectors.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Historically, natural pearls were discovered in the Persian Gulf, the Red Sea and the Indian Ocean. Today, they are virtually extinct in commercial quantities, though a few may still be found by divers in specific regions.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Most, if not all, of the pearls <\/span>you\u2019ll<\/span> find today are cultured<\/span>. These are genuine<\/span> pearls, cultivated<\/span> through a controlled operation that mimics <\/span>natural <\/span>pearl creation<\/span>.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-30px|auto||auto||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” custom_margin=”22px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Cultured Pearls<\/h2>\n

Cultured pearls<\/span> form through the same process as natural pearls, but with human intervention to <\/span>facilitate<\/span> it.<\/span> <\/span>C<\/span>ultured pearls are deliberately created by inserting a tiny bead or piece of tissue into the mollusk, stimulating it to form a pearl. The process is controlled to ensure the formation of high-quality pearls<\/span>.<\/span><\/span> Read more about this June Birthstone here<\/a>. The main <\/span>categories <\/span>of cultured pearls are Akoya, South Sea, <\/span>Tahitian<\/span> and freshwater.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Akoya Pearls<\/h3>\n

Akoya pearls are the<\/span> <\/span>classic<\/span> choice <\/span>among <\/span>cultured <\/span>pearl<\/span>s<\/span>.<\/span> <\/span>Primarily grown<\/span> <\/span>in Japan and China in saltwater Akoya oysters<\/span>, t<\/span>hese <\/span>pearls are <\/span>coveted <\/span>for their round <\/span>shape<\/span>, making them the<\/span> <\/span>preferred <\/span>selection<\/span>\u00a0for fine <\/span>jewelry<\/span>. <\/span>They come in sizes ranging<\/span> from <\/span>2<\/span>mm<\/span> <\/span>to <\/span>10mm<\/span>,<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>though<\/span> <\/span>the<\/span> larger <\/span>ones are pretty rare<\/span>.<\/span> <\/span>W<\/span>hile w<\/span>hite and cream<\/span> are the most common colors<\/span>,<\/span> <\/span>Akoya pearls<\/span> can also <\/span>display subtle<\/span> overtones of pink or silver. <\/span>What truly <\/span>distinguishes <\/span>Akoya pearl<\/span>s<\/span> is their exceptional, mirror-like luster.<\/span><\/span> The price of an Akoya pearl necklace<\/a> can range from around $300 to $3,000 or more for a high-quality strand. Learn more about pearl grading here<\/a>.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/akoya-cultured-pearl-jewelry” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Explore Akoya Pearl Jewelry” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/cultured-pearl.jpg” alt=”cultured pearl” title_text=”cultured-pearl” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”57.5%” min_height=”143.8px” custom_margin=”27px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”14px|auto||auto||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

South Sea Pearls<\/h3>\n

South Sea pearls are <\/span>culti<\/span>vated in the warm, rich waters of the South Pacific,\u00a0<\/span>almost exclusively<\/span> <\/span>in Australia,<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>Indonesia<\/span> and the Philippines<\/span>. <\/span>These <\/span>pearls<\/span> <\/span>are<\/span> some of the<\/span> largest cultured pearls, <\/span>measuring between <\/span>9mm<\/span> <\/span>and<\/span> <\/span>20mm<\/span>, making them <\/span>both <\/span>larger and rarer than Akoya pearls. <\/span>South Sea pearls <\/span>exist in multiple\u00a0<\/span>colors, including white, silver<\/span> <\/span>and gold<\/span>, with t<\/span>he golden variety <\/span>being<\/span> especially <\/span>admired<\/span>. <\/span>While round South Sea pearls are most valued, they can also <\/span>occur<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>in baroque (irregular) <\/span>shape<\/span>s.<\/span> <\/span>The luster of South Sea pearls is softer <\/span>than that of <\/span>Akoya pearls<\/span>,<\/span> but <\/span>it is still <\/span>highly<\/span> desirable<\/span>.<\/span><\/span> A premium strand of South Sea pearls can cost anywhere from $1,000 to upwards of $100,000 for a luxury pearl necklace<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/product-search?Search=South+Sea+pearl+jewelry” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Explore South Sea Pearl Jewelry” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/South-Sea.jpg” alt=”Golden south sea cultured pearl” title_text=”South Sea” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”74%” custom_margin=”9px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”321.8px” custom_margin=”23px|auto||auto||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Tahitian Pearls<\/h3>\n

Tahitian pearls are often referred to as “black pearls,” <\/span>but<\/span> they\u00a0<\/span>actually<\/span> <\/span>offer<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>a spectrum of colors.<\/span> The<\/span>se pearls<\/span> are <\/span>farmed <\/span>in black-lipped oyster<\/span>s<\/span> in the warm waters of French Polynesia, particularly around Tahiti.<\/span> <\/span>Tahitian pearls are\u00a0<\/span>renowned<\/span> for their dark, iridescent <\/span>tones<\/span>, which\u00a0<\/span>vary from <\/span>deep charcoal and <\/span>jet <\/span>black<\/span> to <\/span>shades of green, purple<\/span>, <\/span>blue<\/span> <\/span>and even <\/span>aubergine<\/span>.<\/span> T<\/span>hough round Tahitian pearls are possible, they<\/span> a<\/span>re<\/span> more commonly <\/span>seen<\/span> in <\/span>unique <\/span>shapes <\/span>like<\/span> drop, baroque<\/span> <\/span>or circled<\/span>, with<\/span> <\/span>sizes<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>starting at<\/span> <\/span>8mm<\/span> <\/span>and reaching up to <\/span>18mm<\/span> <\/span>across<\/span>.<\/span> <\/span>Tahitian pearls have a high luster<\/span> and <\/span>a <\/span>distinctive<\/span> metallic sheen<\/span>, which <\/span>sets <\/span>them <\/span>apart <\/span>from other types.<\/span><\/span> Tahitian pearl necklaces<\/a> are valued anywhere between $500 and $10,000 or more, depending on size, shape, color and luster.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/product-search?Search=Tahitian+pearl+jewelry” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Explore Tahitian Pearl Jewelry” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Black-Tahitian-Pearl.jpg” alt=”Black Tahitian pearl” title_text=”Black Tahitian Pearl” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”73.5%” custom_margin=”14px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”25px|auto||auto||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Freshwater Pearls<\/h3>\n

Freshwater pearls<\/span>, as their name <\/span>suggests<\/span>,<\/span> <\/span>are<\/span> <\/span>formed <\/span>in freshwater lakes, <\/span>rivers<\/span> and ponds. <\/span>T<\/span>he<\/span> majority of<\/span> freshwater pearls come from China,<\/span> <\/span>but <\/span>they are also <\/span>sourced<\/span>\u00a0in the United States (particularly in the Mississippi River) and other parts of the world. <\/span>Unlike saltwater pearls, <\/span>freshwater pearls<\/span> <\/span>don’t<\/span> require the implantation of a bead; instead, <\/span>a small piece of tissue is used to nucleate <\/span>the mollusk.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>These <\/span><\/span>pearls <\/span>feature<\/span> <\/span>an assortment<\/span>\u00a0of colors, including white, pink, lavender, peach and purple<\/span>,<\/span> with a color variety that often surpasses that of <\/span>saltwater pearls.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>T<\/span>ypically irregular<\/span>, <\/span>freshwater pearls <\/span>tak<\/span>e<\/span> on different <\/span>forms<\/span>,<\/span> <\/span>such as oval, button<\/span> <\/span>and baroque.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>They<\/span> <\/span>can be<\/span> as petite as<\/span> <\/span>2<\/span>mm<\/span> <\/span>and as large as <\/span>1<\/span>5mm<\/span> <\/span>in diameter, with <\/span>most <\/span>being smaller than their saltwater counterparts.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>While freshwater pearls <\/span><\/span>tend to have a slightly softer luster than saltwater pearls<\/span>, they <\/span>still <\/span>possess<\/span> a beautiful glow. Freshwater pearl necklaces<\/a><\/span><\/span> are sold for as low as $50 to as high as $3,000, though most fall within the lower end of this spectrum.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/product-search?Search=Freshwater+pearl+jewelry” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Explore Freshwater Pearl Jewelry” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Freshwater-Pearl.jpg” alt=”Pink freshwater pearl” title_text=”Freshwater Pearl” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”74.7%” custom_margin=”50px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]

FAQs<\/h2>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Are Cultured Pearls Real Pearls? ” open=”off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” body_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Yes. Cultured pearls are real pearls formed inside mollusks, with human intervention simply helping start the pearl-growing process.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”How to Tell a Natural Pearl from a Cultured Pearl ” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” body_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]

Natural and cultured pearls look\u00a0<\/span><\/span>very similar<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>from the outside, and the difference usually requires X-ray examination by\u00a0<\/span><\/span>an expert\u00a0<\/span><\/span>gemologi<\/span>st<\/span>. Most pearls sold today are cultured pearls.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”How Can You Tell What Type of Pearl You Have? ” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” body_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]

The pearl’s size, shape, color,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>luster<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>and origin can help\u00a0<\/span><\/span>identify<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>its type.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>One of our expert gemologists\u00a0<\/span><\/span>can\u00a0<\/span><\/span>determine<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>whether a pearl is Freshwater, Akoya, South\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Sea<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>or Tahitian.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What Factors Affect a Pearl’s Value? ” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” body_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]

A\u00a0<\/span><\/span>pearl’s<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>value is\u00a0<\/span><\/span>determined<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>by its luster, size, shape, surface quality,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>color<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>and rarity. Pearls with bright luster, smooth surfaces and excellent matching typically command the highest prices<\/span>.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Which Type of Pearl Is the Most Valuable? ” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” body_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]

South Sea pearls are\u00a0<\/span><\/span>generally the<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>most valuable due to their\u00a0<\/span><\/span>large size<\/span>,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>rarity<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>and beautiful luster. Fine-quality South Sea pearls can be among the most sought-after pearls in the world.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What Colors Do Pearls Come In? ” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” body_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]

Pearls naturally occur in a wide range of colors, including white, cream, pink, silver, gold, black,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>green<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>and blue. The colors available often depend on the type of pearl and the mollusk that produced it.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Which Pearl Color Is the Most Rare? ” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” body_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]

Some of the rarest pearl colors include natural golden South Sea pearls and certain vivid peacock-colored Tahitian pearls. Rarity depends on the pearl type, color\u00a0<\/span><\/span>intensity<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>and overall quality.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Do Different Types of Pearls Have Different Shapes? ” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” body_font_size=”16px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”on” sticky_enabled=”0″]

Yes. Pearls can be round, near-round, oval, button, drop, baroque<\/a> and more, with some pearl types naturally producing certain shapes more\u00a0<\/span><\/span>frequently<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>than others.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What Is the Most Popular Type of Pearl for Jewelry? ” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” body_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]

Freshwater pearls are among the most popular choices because they offer a wide variety of shapes,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>sizes<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>and colors at an accessible price point. Akoya pearls are also highly sought after for their classic round shape and exceptional luster.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Which Type of Pearl Is Best for Everyday Wear? ” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” body_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]

Freshwater pearls are often considered the best choice for everyday wear because they are durable,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>versatile<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>and available at a wide range of price points. Akoya pearls are another popular\u00a0<\/span><\/span>option<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>for those who prefer a classic, highly lustrous pearl.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”12px|auto||auto||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Shop Borsheims<\/span>.com<\/span> for your <\/span>fine<\/span>st<\/span>\u00a0select<\/span>ion of pearl jewelry<\/span>.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-5px|auto||auto||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/pearl-jewelry” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Explore Pearl Jewelry” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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