Become a Pearl Expert
The Ultimate Guide
We show you how to grade and select pearls like a professional buyer. Learn the truth about the pearl industry and how to avoid paying retail prices.
A pair of perfectly matched pearl earrings can add a timeless touch of luxury to any occasion. Whether you’re looking for an always elegant pair of classic. Pearl Stud Earrings to match your pearl necklace, want to glam it up with a pair of luxury Pearl Hoop Earrings, or add a brilliant touch of sparkle with diamond accented designs, Pure Pearls is proud to offer real, hand-crafted pearl earrings for every taste and style.
Pearl earrings have been worn throughout the centuries and shone as a symbol of purity and status throughout human history. However, just because they’re a timeless staple, doesn’t mean pearl earrings are boring by any means!
PurePearls.com offers an gorgeous selection of hand-crafted pearl earrings made from only the finest materials. Choose from classic pearl studs to hoops and pearl drop earrings to round our your jewelry wardrobe.
Also select from a variety of precious metals, including yellow and white gold, and sterling silver, in styles ranging from simple fashion studs to elaborate dangle designs.
If you’d like help deciding which pearl earring size is best for you, we highly recommend our article: The Ultimate Guide to Pearl Sizes, featuring genuine pearl photography so you know exactly what you’re getting when you purchase with PurePearls.com.
Browse PurePearls.com’s stunning selection of pearl earrings features only AA+ and higher Quality pearls, so you’re guaranteed only the finest, cultured, real pearls arrive to your door.
To learn more about our pearl quality, read our Insider’s Guide to Pearl Grading.
Our collections include every major pearl type, and every color of the rainbow. Find:
Colorful Tahitian pearl earrings
Certified Japanese Akoya earrings (including Hanadama quality Gems)
And earrings featuring Luxurious White and Golden South Sea pearls
We have pearl earring styles and types to dazzle even the pickiest pearl lovers. Perfect if you’re shopping for yourself, for Mother’s day, anniversaries, a wedding, or other special occasions. Sign up for exclusive subscriber only coupons and discounts
Since 2004, we’ve travelled the world evaluating and purchasing only the best pearls, including:
Daring and exotic black Tahitian pearls from the tropical lagoons of French Polynesia
Colorful Freshwater pearls from China
Luxurious White and Golden South Sea pearls from Northern Australia and the Philippine Islands…
And don’t forget our collections of fine Akoya pearls — THE perfect round pearls with unmatched surface quality.
To discover which pearl type is best for you, we highly recommend reading our Insider’s Guide to Cultured Pearls and learn what makes each of these legendary pearls types so special.
Pure Pearls offers an extensive collection of pearl earring styles to suit every preference and occasion. Our selection includes classic pearl studs, elegant drop earrings, sophisticated dangle earrings, timeless hoop designs, and modern threader styles, all crafted with premium-quality pearls including Akoya, Freshwater, Tahitian, and South Sea varieties.
Selecting pearl earrings that complement your face shape can enhance your natural features beautifully. The key is to create balance—round faces benefit from elongating styles, while angular faces are softened by curved designs, and oval faces can wear virtually any style with confidence.
Understanding these three popular styles helps you choose the perfect pearl earrings for your lifestyle and aesthetic preferences. Studs sit close to the earlobe and offer timeless versatility, drops feature a single pearl suspended below the ear, and dangles incorporate movement with multiple elements or longer designs.
Pearl earrings are available in a wide range of sizes from petite 5mm pearls to impressive 13mm or larger, each creating a distinctly different look and presence. Smaller pearls offer subtle elegance perfect for everyday wear, while larger pearls make bold fashion statements ideal for special occasions or those who love dramatic jewelry.
Yes, our pearl earrings are crafted with sensitive skin in mind and use high-quality, hypoallergenic metals for posts and findings. We offer options in 14K gold, 18K gold, and sterling silver, all of which are excellent choices for those with metal sensitivities or nickel allergies.
Absolutely! Building a versatile pearl earring collection with different pearl types allows you to create diverse looks for various occasions and outfits. Each pearl variety - Akoya, Freshwater, Tahitian, and South Sea - offers unique characteristics in color, luster, and size that can complement different styles and wardrobes.
Proper care ensures your pearl earrings maintain their beauty and luster for generations. Pearls are organic gems that require gentle handling and protection from chemicals, extreme temperatures, and abrasive materials that can damage their delicate nacre surface.
Pure Pearls offers pearl earrings in premium precious metals to suit your preference, budget, and skin tone. Each metal option provides different aesthetic qualities and durability characteristics, allowing you to choose settings that best complement both your pearls and your personal style.
Pearl earrings are wonderfully versatile and can absolutely be worn every day, making them one of the most practical jewelry investments you can make. While pearls have a reputation for formality, their natural elegance actually enhances both casual and dressy outfits, and regular wearing can even be beneficial for pearls as the natural oils from your skin help maintain their luster.
Yes, all our pearl earrings come with secure, high-quality backings designed to keep your precious earrings safely in place. We offer several backing options depending on the earring style and your personal preference, with friction backs being our standard for most stud earrings and specialized backings available for drop and dangle styles.
We show you how to grade and select pearls like a professional buyer. Learn the truth about the pearl industry and how to avoid paying retail prices.
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Luxury Grade Pearls. Lower Prices.
Luxury Grade Pearls.
Lower Prices.
The true value of pearls lies in their quality. We sell true luxury grade pearls without traditional luxury store markups.
We source the worlds finest pearls and sell direct to customers like you. You can expect to save about 1/2 the cost of traditional retail.
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