Invest In Quality Pearls With Our Pearl Grading Guide
Pearls have held a place of prestige in the jewelry world for centuries. However, to appreciate their true value, it’s important to understand the pearl quality and grading systems. This will enable you to identify and acquire authentic, high-quality pieces for your collection.
Each pearl possesses unique characteristics that determine its worth. Amorn Phuket Pearl in Thailand uses a pearl grading system that enables us to sell highest-quality pearls farmed at our facility in Phuket. Our pearl grading guide focuses on five important factors that define a pearl’s quality so that you can be confident in your purchase.
Understanding Pearl Quality
High-quality pearls from Phuket, Thailand, are exceptionally durable, making them the perfect heirlooms to be passed down through generations. You can easily distinguish a high-quality pearl from its less lustrous counterparts by its brilliance. When you understand pearl grading and quality, you can easily avoid low-quality pearls that might not retain their value.
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Our Pearl Grading System
Unlike diamonds with a single universal grading system, pearls have no standardized approach. Knowing the factors that make a pearl high-quality can help you choose the best one. Explore the five key elements of our pearl grading system that we use during our quality control process:
1. Luster
A classic method in the pearl grading system is to hold the pearl under a soft light source. Key indicators include the quality of the pearl’s luster, brilliance, and sharpness of its reflection. We separate valuable pearls based on their exceptional luster. If the reflection is crisp and clear, without any blurriness, it signifies a pearl with outstanding luster.
2. Surface
Surface imperfections are natural in pearls, but the extent of blemishes present can significantly lower their value. Amorn Phuket Pearl in Phuket uses a stringent surface quality grading methodology. When using pearls in single settings, such as earrings, they usually must have at least 70% of the surface free of imperfections. The standard is significantly higher for a necklace strand, where pearls must have at least 85% of their surface free of flaws. This careful selection process highlights the pearl’s overall brilliance and guarantees a faultless appearance.
3. Shape
Pearls can be found in an amazing range of shapes, from round and perfect to baroque and irregular. Amorn Phuket Pearl recognizes the artistic quality of a naturally occurring pearl and the impact of shape on value. We assess a pearl’s roundness or symmetry using a sophisticated measurement method referencing standardized pearl templates. This guarantees consistent quality and lets you select pearls precisely to your liking, whether elegant round pearls or unique baroque designs.
4. Color
A pearl’s color can be attributed to a number of things, such as the kind of mollusk that produced it and its growth environment. The layer of substance that makes up the pearl, known as the nacre, has an interesting function. The layered structure of the nacre interacts with light, causing it to break up and produce a stunning combination of optical effects. Pearls with a beautiful “rainbow iridescence” are given priority by Amorn Phuket Pearl. This engaging color display gives the gem more depth and shine.
5. Size & Matching
Uniformity is important for overall aesthetics, especially in a pearl necklace. Amorn Phuket Pearl ensures a harmonious and high-quality appearance by matching the color and size of each pearl in a string. An Amorn necklace has a maximum size variation of 0.3 mm between any two pearls, less than the industry standard tolerance of 0.5 mm. This attention to detail ensures each necklace is visually stunning and well-balanced.
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Be assured of high-quality pearls in Thailand with our essential pearl grading guide. Our items at Amorn Phuket Pearl go through a strict pearl grading system, guaranteeing that your pearls are a great investment.
FAQs
How are pearls graded?
Pearls are graded based on several criteria, including luster, surface quality, shape, size, and color. The grading system varies by type of pearl and region.
How does size influence the quality and price of a pearl?
Larger pearls are generally more valuable due to their rarity. However, size alone does not determine quality; a large pearl with poor luster or significant blemishes may be less valuable than a smaller, high-quality pearl.
How does the surface quality affect a pearl's value?
The surface quality of a pearl is assessed by the presence of blemishes or imperfections. Pearls with fewer surface blemishes are considered higher quality and are more valuable. Minor imperfections are common and do not significantly detract from a pearl’s beauty.