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South
Sea cultured
pearls are exceptional quality pearls with a whitish,
almost silver color.
Much
larger than the average pearl, the smoothness and roundness
of these pearls are exceptional. These are the most
rare and extraordinary pearls you'll find in jewelry.
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South Sea pearls come from the white-lipped variety
of the pinctada maxima oyster. This oyster is
much larger than the oysters that produce Akoya and
Freshwater pearls, so the pearl that it produces is
much larger as well. Because of the rarity and sensitivity
of this type of oyster, cultivation of these pearls
is much more difficult, making them more expensive.
You'll find South Sea pearls set with 18k gold posts,
and set with brilliant, high-quality diamonds. These
are the pearls to choose when you want an extraordinary
gift that makes a statement. |