Types of Pearls
The following are the common types of pearls in the market.
Akoya Pearls –Akoya Pearls are produced by the Japanese Akoya oyster. Akoya pearls vary in size between 2 and 10mm in diameter, depending on the size of the oysters in which they are formed. Akoya pearls range in color from white, to cream, green, silver, pink, and gold. Akoya pearls are most valued for their high lustre, and their richness of color.
Country of Origin:
Japan and China
South Sea Cultured Pearls –South Sea Pearls come from silver-lipped pearl oysters, except for the golden pearls which come from the golden-lipped pearl oysters. South Sea cultured pearls often reach to over 10mm in diameter.
