
Round
Round pearls are the most valuable and often most desirable of all pearl shapes. Semi-round pearls are virtually round, and will appear round when strung on a necklace or bracelet.
Pearls are typically assigned to four categories in the sorting process: Round/Semi-Round, Drop, Baroque, and Circle Baroque.
Round pearls are the most valuable and often most desirable of all pearl shapes. Semi-round pearls are virtually round, and will appear round when strung on a necklace or bracelet.
Drop pearls are symmetrically elongated pearls that typically take the shape of a tear-drop. These pearls are truly unique and are very valuable when a pearl has that perfect "tear" or "pear" shape.
Understanding pearl grading is crucial in order to purchase the highest quality pearls at the best possible value.
read moreRead our brief summaries below to educate yourself regarding the origin, value, size and quality of each pearl type.
read moreRead our brief summaries below to educate yourself regarding the origin, value, size and quality of each pearl type.
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