Pearls are of many kinds each having its own unique qualities luring people to love them since prehistoric ages. The exotic pearls have contributed highly in keeping the trend of jewellery fashion alive. They are termed to be the natural gem stone, one of the wonders of the sea and thus known to be the miracles of nature.

What exactly are the exotic pearls?

Pearls are grown naturally in salt water, fresh water mussels and in some lakes. It was quite expensive and hence could be owned only by rich people. As the natural source of water was polluted, the cultivation of natural pearls reduced. Fortunately, in the beginning of 20th century Kokichi Mikimoto introduced cultivated pearls to the world of authentic jewelleries.

Cultured pearls look exactly like natural pearls, however they differ in their colour, lustre, quality, shape and size. Exotic pearls are the flawless gem stones enriched with all the qualities of natural pearls.

Some of the special types of pearls available:

  • Akoya pearls – They are the classic pearls found around the shores of Japan. Mostly its colour is pure white, however you can choose from natural colours like silver-blue and light golden colour. They are mostly sought for their perfect round shape of 4 to 10mm size and shinning lustre. If you prefer classic settings for your jewelleries, Akoya pearls are the best choice.
  • Tahitian pearls – They are well known for their dark colours grown in French Peninsula and are rarely found in round shape. If you want to wear trendy jewelleries having unique gem stones choose Tahitian pearls.
  • South sea pearls – The pearls are basically cultivated in the Australian shores, Indonesia and in Philippines. Mostly you will find white or golden colour pearls of largest size. The shape of the pearls varies and they are available in oval, drops, and baroques.

However, finding perfectly round shape is quite rare. If you are in having solitaire pearl for your jewellery set then this gorgeous looking pearl are perfect for you.

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