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Product Specifications
| Jewelry Information | |
| Brand Name: | Amazon.com Collection |
| Metal stamp: | 925-Sterling |
| Metal: | sterling-silver |
| Material Type: | pearl |
| Height: | 0.8 inches |
| Width: | 0.3 inches |
| Length: | 18 inches |
| Clasp Type: | lobster-claw |
| Back finding: | shepherds-hook |
| Pearl Information | |
| Minimum color: | champagne;chocolate;light-gray;peacock |
| Pearl type: | freshwater-cultured |
| Packaging Information | |
| Package: | Regal Blue Sueded-Cloth Pouch |
Product Description
Amazon.com Product Description
This multi-colored freshwater cultured pearl gift set features versatility so it's sure to be worn again and again. The three-piece set includes a pair of chocolate pearl dangle earrings with sterling silver hooks, an 18-inch multi-colored pearl necklace with a sterling silver clasp, and a matching multi-colored pearl stretch bracelet. The baroque pearls range in size from 8.5 to 10mm and display harmonious colors. The stunning, naturally-occurring color variances ensure your purchase is unique and one-of-a-kind.
About Freshwater Cultured Pearls
These pearls are gathered from freshwater lake and river mollusks. Most Freshwater pearls come from China and they can be mostly round to off-round, or rice-shaped to baroque. They look similar to Akoya pearls, but are the perfect gift when on a budget. They might be slightly less symmetrical, smaller, or not as easily matched, but these minor differences provide a major value for the price.
Cultivation
Pearls are produced naturally in the body of salt and freshwater mollusks, such as oysters and mussels. When these animals sense an irritant, such as a grain of sand, they produce a soft coating of calcium carbonate substance around it. The result is a pearl. Because perfectly round, naturally produced pearls are so rare, a process known as cultivation was developed by Kokichi Mikimoto in the early 1900s. A small bead of polished shell, the nucleus, is used as an irritant and delicately inserted into the mantle of a mollusk. It takes approximately 20-24 months of intensive husbandry to cultivate a saltwater pearl and somewhat less time to cultivate freshwater pearls. The harvest usually takes place during the months of June and September.
Color
Mollusks produce pearls in a variety of colors, accommodating most personal preferences and budgets. The general color of a pearl is also known as the body color. Pearls typically range from white, cream, and yellow to pink, silver, or black. An overtone of secondary color is sometimes seen. For instance, a pearl may appear to be white, but upon closer inspection a rosy hue is detected. The body color would then be termed white-rosé. Color variation does not affect the quality of the pearl, though it should be noted that color matching is important when choosing pearls for some necklaces, earrings, or bracelets. In fashion jewelry, pearls can sometimes be dyed to achieve the desired color, which should be mentioned in the product description or specifications.
Lustre
The appealing, deep shine of a pearl is often what defines its beauty. This shine is produced by multiple layers of semi-opaque calcium carbonate crystals, called nacre. The nacre reflects light on the surface of the pearl, producing brilliance and sheen. Lustre is an integral feature in determining the quality of a pearl. Large pearls have a thicker nacre and, therefore, a higher lustre. When comparing a small Freshwater pearl to a large South Sea pearl, the difference is clearly visible to the untrained eye and should be considered when purchasing pearls.
Shape
While pearls come in many different shapes, the rare
st and highest-quality are round. Akoya, Tahitian, and South Sea oysters tend to produce the roundest pearls, while those of Freshwater mollusks can be oval to slightly off-round. When considering a pearl purchase, whether it be a necklace, bracelet, or earrings, look for consistency in the shapes of the pearls. Many of the less symmetrical shapes are used in stylish jewelry which can be quite beautiful: the drop pearl’s shape lends well to earrings, and the baroque pearl features irregular shapes that work well as necklace accents. In addition, a half sphere pearl called a “mabe” is often used in earrings, necklaces, and bracelets.Size
An oyster’s particular type and size has a direct effect on how large the pearl it produces will be, and pearls do come in a wide range of sizes. Round pearls are measured according to their diameter, while baroque pearls are measured by their length and width. A pearl’s size does not necessarily affect its quality, but it does affect its price. Large, round pearls are rare and their lustre is usually high--this beautiful combination of traits is often reflected in the cost of such pearls.
Average pearl sizes (in diameter):
Akoya: 6-8mm
Freshwater: 5-6.5mm
South sea: 11-13mm
Tahitian: 11-12mm
Surface Markings
Often when an oyster creates a pearl, the nacre do
es not develop smoothly. The surface of a pearl is judged by how many marks are visible in the nacre. These imperfections can be small and unnoticeable or quite large and distinct. Like diamonds, pearls are rarely flawless. However, high lustre or the way pearls are strung and set can help conceal surface markings.Care
Proper care of pearls is not difficult if you remember that they are organic and produced by a living thing. Pearls are soft and delicate, but when cared for with common sense, they will maintain their lustre for centuries. The pearls should not come in contact with cosmetics, hairspray, perfume, chlorinated water, or other harsh chemicals. To keep them clean, let them be the last item put on when dressing, and the first item taken off at the end of an evening. The best way to maintain their lustre is to wear the pearls often, and wipe them down with a soft cloth afterward--pearls absorb the oils from skin, which helps keep them moist. Pearls should be stored in a cloth pouch or jewelry bag, separated from other jewelry to prevent nicks or chipping. Periodically, pearl strands should be restrung since the silk thread used to tie the pearls together breaks down over time.
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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fantastic Gift For The WIfe,
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This review is from: Champagne, Green, Chocolate Brown, Platinum Gray and Peacock Freshwater Cultured Pearl Necklace, Stretch Bracelet and Dangle Earrings Set with Sterling Silver Clasp (8.5-10mm) (Jewelry)
Got this for the wife for her birthday. It looks nice in pics online, but in person it looks fantastic. The colors and the sheen have a quality beyond what I had expected. The build quality and the general craftmanship of this set seems a step above too. My sister works in jewelry, didn't know I bought this, and at the party explained the subtle indications that reveal how whoever crafted this design really understood the interplay of color and emotion and light. I found this, just random browsing, and it might be the best gift I've given yet.
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Beautiful set of pearl jewelry,
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This review is from: Champagne, Green, Chocolate Brown, Platinum Gray and Peacock Freshwater Cultured Pearl Necklace, Stretch Bracelet and Dangle Earrings Set with Sterling Silver Clasp (8.5-10mm) (Jewelry)
The multicolor pearls are a good size and vibrant in color, and the green pearls in particular pop against the rest even though they don't show up very well in the photo here. The earrings I received were the cream pearls, not the brown ones in the photo, but that actually works better for me anyway. The set works with many different outfits. In fact, this was the only necklace I brought on a recent vacation. I was able to plan a variety of outfits to match it.
Two things disappointed me, though: The necklace is actually closer to 16 inches than 18. It's just a touch longer than a choker and sits at the base of my clavical. The shepherd's hook clasp is also very difficult to use. I can't put the necklace on myself and my husband and sister, who I have both asked to help me, found it difficult, too. Overall, though, it was a good deal for the money.
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