string of pearls

Size: Pearls are measured in millimeters (mm); 25.4 millimeters equals 1 inch, so, a 6 mm pearl is just under one-quarter-inch in diameter.

Color: White pearls are most common, however, pink, gold, silver and many other colors are available–the black pearl is especially popular.

Shape: For necklaces and bracelets, spherical pearls are the most sought-after. Pearls, however, come in many shapes, including drop, button, oval, baroque and circled; these are great for broaches, earrings and rings.

Luster: Refers to the way light travels through the pearl and reflects back to the eye. Because pearls are round, the layers act like mirrors, making pearls appear to glow from within. If you look for the light spot on the pearl, the sharper the reflected images, the higher the luster grade.

Surface Quality: Like gemstones, few pearls are perfect; blemishes on a pearl can be spots, pits, scratches, etc. Obviously, the pearls with the fewest blemishes have the most suitors.

Nacre Quality: The thicker and more even the layers of mother-of-pearl, the higher the quality.

Matching: Since each pearl is a unique creation, more consistence in color and size of a string of pearls means more beautiful jewelry.

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