Freshwater Cultured Half-Drilled Round Pearls, Black, A-Grade

This A-grade freshwater cultured black round pearl is half-drilled, making it ideal for setting onto pearl pegs for pendants, drops or earrings. Highlight the dark green/blue/black iridescent color by setting it in silver or add contrast to custom designs by combining it with multi-color stones and yellow-gold findings. Use jeweler’s epoxy to secure the pearl on a pearl peg. Freshwater cultured pearls are cultivated in fresh water from mussels, often the triangle shell mussel (Hyriopsis cumingii), that are specially selected for their prolific production of nacre. It is not unusual for a single mussel to produce multiple pearls simultaneously. According to one legend, the pearl was formed from the tears of the goddess of love. For many, pearls are a symbol of pure heart and mind, honesty and integrity. A-grade pearls feature surfaces that show a few insignificant blemishes. Their luster is good, exhibiting some depth.

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Gemstone type: Pearl
Shape: Round
Dimensions: 6.5mm, 4mm, 6mm, 7 – 7.4mm
Color: Black
Drill style: Half-drilled
Grade: A
Hole size: 0.035" (0.89mm)
Country of origin: China
Enhancement: Bleached (B), Dyed (D)