White South Sea pearls which are found in the warm waters of North Australia are often referred to as the queen of gems. They are among the largest and most valuable pearls produced in the world.
The beauty and allure of South Sea pearls come from their beautiful satin luster and thick nacre which accumulates layer by layer for over 3 years. This oyster, which can grow as large as a dinner plate, produces pearls with a satin-like luster, which is an unmistakable characteristic of white South Sea pearls. Due to the extremely high cost of production, they remain among the costliest pearls on the market today, and as such, they are carried by relatively few retailers around the world. We are very proud to offer a selection of full round and baroque strands, earrings, pendants and rings.
South Sea pearls are graded for imperfections of the percentage of the surface area. South Sea pearl have a long cultivation period from 1.5 to 2 years. Therefore only few South Sea pearl are perfect surface without any blemishes. The price of those perfect south sea pearls will be as high as thousands dollars per piece.
For the ultimate luxury, consider a full strand of these beautiful, white gems. We offer an extensive collection of classic, perfect round South Sea strands, and unique, organic-looking baroque strands. While the round are certainly more valuable, the baroque strands offer a more affordable option while maintaining the beauty and luxury only found in white South Sea pearls. A full strand is not necessary to appreciate the beauty of these pearls. We also offer a selection of perfectly matched white South Sea pearl earrings as studs, in conservative dangle styles, or dressed up with high-quality diamonds. Each pair of earrings is matched, drilled and mounted by us, by hand, in our Los Angeles office.
For a fashion-forward option, consider our selection of white South Sea pearl pendants and rings. We only select the finest of our loose pearls for our earrings, pendants and rings, because each setting is designed to showcase the beauty of a single pearl or a pair.