"You," he pointed at me … "are the black pearl." – Jerry Spinelli

Tahitian Pearl and Seafoam Green Tourmaline Dangle Earrings, 18K Rose Gold

Q: WHAT ARE THE BEST TAHITIAN COLORS?

A: Tahitian pearls are known as a naturally-colored “Black” pearl, but the truth is these pearls much more often present themselves in shades of Pale Dove Grey to Medium and Dark Charcoal Greys.

There are hundreds of Body Color and Overtone combinations when it comes to Tahitian pearls. The intensity and saturation of each Body Color and Overtone varies from pearl to pearl (which is where great matching and a good eye for color come into play!).

Pearls with pronounced iridescence and saturated colors are considered more valuable, all other factors like Luster, Shape, Surface Quality and Size being equal.

The Most Popular and Famous Tahitian Pearl Overtones are:

• Classic Peacock – Extremely popular, and is an iridescent mix of Green, Gold and Rose

• Green – Very common Overtone, this can display like an Emerald Green or an Olivine and every shade in between.

• Blue-Green – A mix of Blue and Green colors (can be vice-versa depending on which color is dominant).

"TROPICAL VACATION"

Color, color, color! This bold Tahitian Pearl Necklace shimmers with strong and varied Overtones of intense Peacock, gorgeous Blue-Green and Blue hues, Aquamarine and stunning Gold and Copper colors. There are even hints of coveted Cherry in this layout. A Pure Pearls favorite, the lightly circled baroque shape pearls display bright, crisp luster and subtly graduated sizes. 

The AAA Quality necklace features 37 pearls that graduate from 8.1-10.2mm and measures 18-Inches approximately. All of our Tahitian pearl necklaces are completely unique, one-of-a-kind creations - the necklace in the picture is the one you will receive. The necklace will be individually double-knotted on matching black silk and finished with a 14K Gold clasp of your choice. Each pearl purchase comes nestled in our Signature Little Black Gift Box and is accompanied with a GIA Graduate Prepared Retail Appraisal and Pearl Care Instructions.