pearl jewelry, history of pearls, pearl jewelry products, how to buy and sell pearls

 Buying and Selling Pearls

Jewelrybuylines.com is a web-site where you can buy or sell Pearls from individuals, retailers, wholesalers and collectors. The selection is unsurpassed; you can find White Pearls, Black Pearls, Tahitian Pearls, Akoya Pearls, Freshwater Pearls, Black Freshwater Pearls, Multicolor Freshwater Pearls and Cultured Pearls all for sale or trade. 

History of Pearls

The history of pearls dates back many centuries; pearls are amongst the oldest and most universal of all gems. Pearls are the oldest gems know to man. Pearls are the only gemstone that is made by a living animal. In ancient times Pearls were worn only by the wealthy and powerful they were believed to bring good fortune. Pearls were also worn to show a symbol of purity, chastity and feminine charm.

The interest in Pearls was lost during the 1700s when diamonds were discovered in Brazil and made the diamond more affordable because of the supply. With the arrival of cultured pearls in the 1930?s pearls became more available and affordable than ever. By the 1950?s cultured pearls were essential accessories for well-dressed women in the United States and Europe. Pearls are everywhere today and are still glamorous, sophisticated and much sort after.

How to Buy and Sell Pearls

How to buy and sell pearls is information most needed to complete your purchase or sale.

There are many types of pearls like Akoya pearls, Tahitian pearls, freshwater pearls and Southsea pearls. The Akoya pearl is the most popular they are cultured from saltwater mollusks from Japan and China. The Freshwater Pearls come from China and are made in a lake or river. They look a lot like Akoya peals but are less expensive. The Southsea Pearl is the largest of the pearls and come in many colors. They are not easy to cultivate making them more expensive then other pearls. The Black Tahitian Pearl is exquisite and is expensive due to the complicated cultivation process.

Pearl Terminology

An enormous part of selling or buying your Pearl necklace, Pearl earrings ,Pearl bracelet or Pearl ring is knowing the terminology used to describe the Pearl or the Pearl jewelry product. For example a blemish is a defect found on the Pearl; some of the blemishes may not affect price or quality of the pearls such has spots, bumps, pits or wrinkles.  While cracks, holes and chips would effect the quality and value of the Pearl. The luster of the Pearl is one of the great determinants of a pearls quality and value. The luster is the surface shine and the depth of the light reflection of a pearl. The size of the Pearl is another determination of the pearls value. Pearls are measured by millimeters each mm equals 1/25 of an inch. Momme is the weigh measurement for pearls in Japan; one momme equals 3.75 grams. 

Pearl Jewelry Products

There are different terminologies used to describe the type of pearl jewelry you are purchasing or selling. We at Jewelrybuylines.com would like to explain to you the different terminology so you may be educated before you sell or buy your pearl jewelry product. First a dome shaped pearl with a flat bottom is called Button which can be found on earrings and rings. Pearls and Necklaces that are 14 to 16 inches in length are called choker necklaces. A Collar necklace is 10 to 13 inches in length and can be worn by all. There are Opera Pearl Necklaces that are 28 to 34 inches long, Princes Pearl Necklaces that are 17 to 20 inches in length and the Rope Pearl Necklace which is usually 45 inches in length.

Pearl Jewelry Colors

Pearls come in different colors not call types of Pearls come in colors. Akoya pearls are usually white, cream, rose gold and blue gray. The Freshwater pearls are white, pink, peach, lavender and purple. Southsea Pearls can be available in white, gold, silver, cream and champagne colors. The Tahitian Pearls are usually black, grey, orange, gold and blue. All the colors of the various pearl types and colors are beautiful and when choosing a pearl the color is generally left to the consumer?s preference.

Pearl Jewelry Luster

Luster is the mirror like finish on the pearl surface. The larger the pearl the more coats of luster the shiner the pearl finish will be. Southsea Pearls and Tahitian pearls have more luster because of their size. The GIA would use the terms Excellent, Good and Fair to grade the luster of the Pearl. The Luster of the Pearl is a big factor in choosing and deciding the value of the Pearl.

Pearl Jewelry Shapes

The most common and popular shape of a Pearl is round. However a perfectly round shaped Pearl is very hard to come buy and is general expensive. Other types of Pearl Shapes to select would be the Tear Drop Pearl and the Button Shape Pearl also known as the Mabe Pearl. Pearl necklaces are usually created with the round Pearl where as pendants, earrings and rings can be found with the different array of Pearl shapes.

How to Buy Pearl Jewelry Products

When choosing a Pearl jewelry product there are many factors to consider the first would be the color second size third lust and finally the surface and shape of the pearl.

If you are looking for a pearl jewelry product in the white and rose undertones we suggest you look at the selection of Akoya pearls. Where as the Freshwater pearls are also white with the rose undertones they are less expensive. The Tahitian pearls come in black with green or pink undertones; of you are looking for the dark stone the Tahitian or the Black Freshwater pearl would be the choice.

The size of the pearls depends on the price and type of pearl you are looking for. Freshwater Pearls are usually the smallest of the Pearls ranging in size from 3 to 9.5 mm. Black Tahitian Pearls are the largest and can be found up to 13mm in size they can be adorned on a necklace, ring, pendant and bracelet. The Black Tahitian Pearl can be mounted on yellow gold or white gold.

The Luster of the Pearl is another factor to consider when purchasing a Pearl. The larger the pearl the more luster\'s it will have due to the more nacre it has. The Pearl is graded on a scale quality from A to AAA; A having less luster and top quality from those rated AAA. Also check the pearl and or pearl jewelry products for imperfections such as cracks and holes.

The Shape of a Pearl is a preference to the consumer but be sure to check all of the opportunities and selections available to you. You may not be aware that there are button shaped Pearls or teardrop shaped Pearls also available to you.

When choosing your pearl jewelry product educate yourself on the availability of the different sizes, shapes and styles of Pearl jewelry products. Pearl necklaces include the style collar, choker, princess, matinee, opera and rope. All can be found on Jewelrybuylines.com for sale from individuals, retailers, wholesalers and collectors.

Finding the perfect Pearl is very hard to do; but with careful research and knowledge you will be able to find the perfect Pearl, Pearl Ring, Pearl Necklace or Pearl Pendant for you.