Pearl Information and Care

There are several types of pearls:

• White Freshwater – Variety of shapes, including round. Generally from China. Great value. Treated to enhance color and luster.
• Colored Freshwater – Variety of shapes, including round. Generally from China. Some natural color, some irradiated to produce the color. Great value.
• Akoya – Fine quality cultured pearls. Generally from Japan. Moderate to high prices.
• Tahitian – Naturally black in color with green, purple and gold overtones. From the South Pacific. Moderate to high prices.
• South Sea – Cultured Pearls with a white, silver color. Also in a Gold color. Large MM sizes. High prices.

Avoid contact with chemicals, perfume, cosmetics and hairspray, as these will damage the pearls. Always put on your pearl jewellery last.

For more information on treatments, visit the Cultured Pearl Association’s website at www.cpaa.org.