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The qualities of natural pearls
Warm waters, clear skies, beautiful views… sounds like the perfect vacation, but it’s actually an accurate description of where natural pearls can be found.
Known for millennia and loved by many, natural pearls have adorned the jewelry and crowns of kings and emperors in the past and are so common today that anyone has the opportunity to give pearls as a gift or touch them, adding them to their personal jewelry collection.
The nature of natural pearls
Natural pearls are often referred to as "natural gemstones" because they are a product of living nature. They are formed in the tissue of a freshwater or saltwater mollusk - most commonly an oyster or mussel. Natural pearls are made up of the mineral calcium carbonate, more commonly known as mother-of-pearl, which the animal secretes as a result of some irritation. The accumulation of the Sedef around the irritant creates the natural pearls in all sorts of color hues and shapes. And although natural pearls originally formed without the help of man, their immense popularity led to the depletion of natural resources. These organic gems require clean water and favorable conditions, which are extremely rare in the wild today. Therefore, since their cultivation in 1893 in Japan, natural pearls have been grown in special farms where the optimal conditions for their formation are created. Despite the help of man, however, these remain true pearls, as the work of the mollusk is carried out by him alone.
The colors of natural pearls
Many people believe that natural pearls are always white. This is due to the prevalence of their predominantly this hue historically - white pearls have historically evoked a variety of associations that have enhanced their value. At different stages in human history and in different places around the world, they have been thought of as angel tears or dragon particles, and often attributed miraculous properties.
Today, however, we know that natural pearls can be white, but this is not necessarily the case. In fact, different shades of white are more popular now as they are perceived to be more versatile. Most colors of natural pearls are pastel, meaning they are not very intense because of the specifics of the mother-of-pearl that shapes them. Pink, beige, and purple are common hues in natural pearls, and Tahitian natural pearls are famous for their deep dark colors. Black and grey are very characteristic of them, and both colors have a peculiar luster resembling graphite. In the variety of shades of Tahitian natural pearls, both bluish and greenish pearls can be found, which have a wide application in the jewelry industry and are chosen to be trusted by many people around the world when looking for pearls as a gift for a really special occasion.
The shapes of natural pearls
The initial associations with the word "natural pearls" are a perfect white circle, and this is no coincidence. Spherical natural pearls have been, and continue to be, the most common and most frequently sought after shape. The combination of a bright color and a perfect circle, and a perfect circle at that - created by nature, definitely has a great deal of appeal. Spherical natural pearls are created and the most famous jewelry with this type of gemstones - the strings. Iconic and recognizable everywhere, strings with natural pearls have an elegance and class that is unsurpassed to this day. They are the most commonly chosen type of pearl gift for these very reasons.
However, natural pearls are not always round. In fact, there are several main types of natural pearls: round, semi-round, button, drop, pear and oval. Oval and drop-like shapes also rely on the power of symmetry to create an effect, and quite successfully. One of the world's most popular pearls is called the Peregrine and is a large drop-shaped pearl discovered in the 16th century and found its forever place in a piece of jewelry given to Elizabeth Taylor in 1960. Today, its price tag is over $11 million.
A separate category are the so-called "baroque natural pearls" - under the umbrella of this term are collected all pearls with irregular shape. They are unique because they do not look alike, and with them it is easy to create absolutely unique jewelry.
The quality of natural pearls
Natural pearls must meet high standards in terms of their quality today. This has not always been the case, but nowadays all their characteristics are thoroughly checked before the pearls are incorporated into the jewelry of our Velmar pearl shop. Some of the criteria by which natural pearls are tested include their luster, smooth surface, shape, color, size and the thickness of the mother-of-pearl. The latter can vary between 2 and 16 mm in diameter in natural pearls, and the thicker it is, the better the quality of the pearl. The luster of pearls and their surface are directly related and responsible for both the durability of these natural gems and their beauty.
When choosing pearls for a gift or for personal use, all of these characteristics matter in terms of quality. However, since most people are not experts in natural pearls and cannot judge all their qualities, it is advisable that one trusts a professional pearl shop. Here at Velmar, you will find first-class natural pearls that have been tested in certified laboratories and meet the highest modern quality requirements. You can give our pearls as a gift or enjoy them on your own, choosing among them the most suitable model for you.
Velmar pearls
In the Velmar pearl shop, you will find unique jewels, made with professionalism and inspiration. In our diverse assortment there is everything that would please pearl lovers - pearl bracelets, earrings, rings and necklaces, pearl gift sets and many other small works of art capable of withstanding the challenges of time. We give a lifetime guarantee on all the pearls we use, so Velmar jewelry is more than suitable pearls for a gift. When crafting each piece of jewelry, our professional team put all of their knowledge and extensive experience to create a truly high quality and different piece of jewelry. Using a combination of well-established practices and innovation, we at Velmar Pearl Shop create each piece in our collection with great care. Many customers have already chosen to trust us with their choice of pearls for a gift or when looking for a piece of jewelry for a special occasion - trust us with yours!