7 factors in evaluating pearl quality and value

Pearls are organic gems with complex emergence methods, in which this step valuation must take into account 7 important factors.

* * 1.Size (Size) * *

Larger pearls are often of higher value, especially if they remain good quality, because they take a long time to grow, and there is a risk of death or pathogens.

- Agoya Pearl (Akoya): 2-10 mm

- Tahitian Pearl (Tahitian): 8-14 mm

- South Sea Pearl (South Sea): 8-20 mm

- Freshwater Pearl (Freshwater): 2 + mm

* * 2.Shape (Shape) * *

There are 3 main groups:

- * * Round shape (Spherical & Near-round) * * *: Complete round shape is quite high value.

- * * Symmetrical shapes * *: Various shapes with symmetrical proportions.

- * * asymmetrical shape (Baroque) * *: A particular pattern that is now popular in design work.

* * 3.color (color) * *

The color of pearls is complex that consists of:

- * * Floor Color (Bodycolor) * *: Main Color Observed

- * * Glimpse (Overtone) * *: Overmixed Colors from Floor Colors

- * * Iridescent (Orient) * *: Phenomena caused by the wave of light.

* * 4.Lustre (Luster) * *

The level of lustre tells of the 'life' of pearls:

- * * Excellent Level (Excellent) * *: Reflection Bright and Sharp

- * * Very Good to Good (Very Good to Good) * *: Bright but the edges are blurred

- Fair to Poor (Fair to Poor) * *: Lack of Brightness and Distressed Reflections

* * 5.Blame Surface (Surface) * *

Having a small blemish can reduce its value. If a pearl is clean, it has the highest value.

* * 6. Nacre Quality * *

Overall quality is related to wear tolerance and luster.

* * 7.Compatibility () * Matching *

Several pearls meet the desired properties depending on a good match, which will be highly valued beyond the total value of each pearl.

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