South Sea Pearls from Down Under
Posted by HankWilliams
South Sea Pearls from Down Under
South sea pearls come from the coast of Australia where they are cultivated in maintained oyster beds. They are very prized examples of pearls due to their perfection and size. South sea pearls are, in fact, the largest type of pearls in the world, and their origins are very special.
What are South Sea Pearls?
The South Sea extends from the northern coasts of Australia to the southern reaches of Asia. Yet, the pearls are mainly cultivated only in Australia, probably due to the specific oyster responsible for the beautiful size, shape, and color of the south sea pearls, the Pinctada Maxima. This oyster is not only very rare, but extremely sensitive, and the seas off the north of Australia are the cleanest in the world.
Why should anyone go to the trouble of transplanting, seeding, protecting, and harvesting these oysters just for a specific pearl? It is because south sea pearls are the most prized and sought after type of pearls. The wide range of colors shapes and, of course, their extra size elevates their values. Then there is the very rarity that makes them difficult to find for cultivation, which adds to their increased value. It falls back to the simple law of supply and demand. The beauty and size of the south sea pearls make them highly prized, and demand becomes high; then the rarity and sensitivity of the oysters that produce them regulate the supply, producing scarcity, which drives the price.
To get the most for this elevated price and guard the value they are purchasing, it is important for the consumer to know how to judge the quality of the south sea pearls they are considering. It all begins with the dealer, and the proliferation of the Internet has made it easy to find dealers even for the rare south sea pearls. The trick lay in sticking only with those with impeccable reputations. Even then, it is necessary to know about grading pearls to choose the best option for ones money.
It begins as soon as the pearls are presented. It is important to look them over carefully for an even, natural color. The colors come in a range, so it is more important to ensure that it is even, rather than a particular shade. The next step is the smoothness. A good pearl is glassy smooth. If fact, the old way one used for judging was to rub the pearls on your teeth to feel the slickness of the surface. Once quality is established, the investment can forever be an heirloom, passed down generation to generation.
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