Are Black Akoya Pearls Real

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Are black akoya pearls real.

Akoya pearls are never naturally black black akoya pearls have undergone either cobalt 60. Akoya pearls unless color treated have neutral colors and overtones. Making these pearls the only green gemstone in the world. The first pearls to be cultured early in the 1920s their white color and rosé overtone complement a fair complexion.

Genuine cultured pearls like these freshwater and saltwater akoya varieties are fairly easy to spot notice the slight variations in colors overtones luster shapes and sizes. Most pearls are white to grey with pink green or silver overtones. The real magic is taking place in french polynesia with the production of tahitian pearls. 7 10mm aaaa black akoya pearl pendant necklace 16 18 silver chain akoya necklace pendant floating japanese black pearl pendant orienjewel.

Because akoya pearls are a high quality pearl you ll find them set with gold posts and clasps and you ll find they are well matched for size shape and color. Not only are the colors natural and unique but it s also a completely sustainable practice. Black akoya pearls treated. Even the akoya bottom row which are known for their near perfect matching still feature subtle differences in luster overtone and iridescence.

Akoya pearls are the specialty of japanese pearl farms.