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Multicolor Golden South Sea Pearls
Golden South Sea pearls are among the largest and most valuable pearls in the world. With an average diameter of 13 millimeters, they are about twice the size of Akoyas. They take longer to reach their full size than most pearls and have very thick nacre and tend to exhibit a satiny, mellow luster in contrast to the sharp brightness of many other cultured pearls.
These exceptional pearls are produced by the gold-lipped variety of the Pinctada Maxima oyster. Other colors of South Sea pearls are produced in several Pacific nations, but the golden variety is a specialty of Japanese pearl farms. Like other cultured pearls, these are made by inserting a mother-of-pearl bead into an oyster to stimulate nacre production. The size, shape and color of the finished pearls depend on various factors including the amount of turbulence during the growing period and the temperature and chemistry of the water.
Pearl Sizes
The size range for golden South Sea pearls runs from 10 to 15 millimeters though some specimens can get up to 20 millimeters. As with all cultured pearls, these are used to make a range of necklace sizes from chokers of 12 to 13 inches worn snugly on the neck to pearl ropes of 37 inches or more reaching down to the wearer's sternum. Because of their size and remarkable color, a golden South Sea pearl necklace will always be noticed with admiration and envy.
Pearl Colors
Variations in color among these pearls has inspired manufacturers to place specimens of different shades together in necklaces. In addition to gold, these multicolor gold South Sea pearl necklaces include shades of blue, green, peach, pink and white in harmonious combinations. Their striking appearance makes multicolor gold South Sea pearl necklaces a favorite with pearl fanciers. Even the off-round specimens have a magnificent color and luster.
When shopping for a golden South Sea pearl necklace, the source is always important. Jewelers have different standards, some tolerating more imperfections than others. The experts at the Pearl Source accept only the finest of pearls, so their customers can rest assured of outstanding quality.
