What to Look For when Buying a Pearl

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What to Look For when Buying a Pearl
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Natural pearls are extremely rare and
outrageously expensive, However, you should
consider a few points before you buy pearl online.
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Natural pearls are extremely rare and
outrageously expensive, so youll probably be
looking at types of cultured pearls.
Familiarise yourself with the different types
saltwater South Sea, Black Tahitian and akoya
pearls and freshwater pearls.
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When judging pearls firstly consider nacre.
The number and thickness of the layers of nacre
is whats important in determining the quality
of a pearl. And, in turn, this produces the
inner glow of a pearl the soft, satiny sheen
its lustre which will influence its value.
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Check out the colour.
Pearls come in a wide range of colours and you
should consider a pearls main body colour.
which means the play of light interference
across the pearls surface or just beneath it.
Natural colours are best, but you can also buy
pearls dyed various colours.
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Pearls are graded according to the smoothness of
their surface.
Blemish-free pearls demand a premium small spots
on a pearl dont decrease the value as much as
chips or cracks.
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Round or spherical shapes are most desirable.
But pearls can look beautiful in all sorts of
shapes. If youre having a necklace or bracelet
made ensure you have matching shapes and sizes.
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Always get a detailed certificate of authenticity
with your purchase.
A certificate states the quality of your pearl
and contains a detailed description of your
jewellery, which is handy in case you ever need
to make an insurance claim.
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