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Product Specifications
| Jewelry Information | |
| Brand Name: | Amazon.com Collection |
| Metal stamp: | 14/20 |
| Metal: | gold-filled |
| Material Type: | pearl |
| Gem Type: | smoky-quartz |
| Setting: | other-type |
| Height: | 0.7 inches |
| Length: | 17 inches |
| Chain: | other-chain-type |
| Clasp Type: | lobster-claw-clasps |
| Pearl Information | |
| Shape: | keshi |
| Minimum color: | Dyed-chocolate |
| Stringing Method: | hand-strung |
| Pearl type: | keshi-cultured |
| Packaging Information | |
| Package: | Regal Blue Sueded-Cloth Pouch |
Product Description
Amazon.com Product Description
A smoky quartz teardrop briolette tips this beautiful garland necklace, made up of dyed chocolate cultured keshi pearls. Small smoky quartz rounds are mixed in with the organic-shaped pearls, creating a shimmering palette of warm and coppery browns. This captivating necklace will take you through the season in style. It has a length of 17 inches and closes with a lobster-claw clasp made from 14/20 yellow gold fill.
About Keshi Pearls
Formed as a by-product during the pearl cultivation process, Keshi pearls are known for their wide variety of shapes. They are created when an oyster releases the implanted nucleus before the cultivation process is through, or when tissue fractures and forms separate pearls without nuclei. Formed in either saltwater or freshwater, Keshi pearls are typically smaller in size and come in a wide range of colors. Their solid nacre, or surface composition, allows them to showcases a very high luster. One thing to note is that because Keshi pearls are a bi-product of the cultivation process, they are not considered a natural pearl.
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
Keshi: 4-10mm
Surface Markings
Often when an oyster creates a pearl, the nacre d
oes 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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This review is from: Gold-Filled Dyed Chocolate Cultured Keshi Pearl Necklace with Smoky Quartz Pendant, 17" (Jewelry)
It is really beautiful. I wear it a lot and enjoy it.I get a lot of compliments on it as well.
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I bought this as a gift for a friend. I thought it was gorgeous on the monitor and it was the same in person. I was a little worried because my friend is on the heavy side and the necklace didn't look like it would be long enough. But it fit her beautifully.
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