Black Pearl Jewelry – The Ultimate Symbol For Love and Romance
Saturday, 14. November 2009
Black pearls are adorned for its luster, richness and uniqueness. These qualities make the black pearl jewelry the ultimate gift of love and romance. It is an excellent addition to any outfit and makes the whole look very classic, elegant, stunning and stylish. Black pearl jewelry is indeed a timeless piece most women desire and celebrities prefer.
Black pearl is a rare tinted pearl that is naturally black in color and produced by Pinctada Margaritifera. The Pinctada Margaritifera is a saltwater pearl oyster that can grow to the size of a dinner plate. The pearl produced by this type of pearl oyster is black because of the black pigment that the oyster secretes. Black pearl is frequently referred to as Black Tahitian Pearls because the pearl oyster that produces it can only be found in Tahiti and French Polynesian Islands in the South Pacific Ocean.
Black pearl is very rare because Pinctada Margaritifera rarely produces pearls. White pearl oysters also rarely produce naturally black pearls. This type of oyster is sensitive to changing climate and ocean conditions. Culturing of Pinctada Margaritifera pearl oyster had been unsuccessful due to bad health and/or non-survival of the culturing process.
Black pearl jewelry has been worn or used since ancient Asian history. At the time, large black pearl jewelry is worn by the ruler or emperor. It was used as the official symbol of the legitimate ruler. If the ruler wears the right piece of black pearl jewelry, he will be regarded as the divine emperor.
The black pearl jewelry was also the symbol of renewal and hope for humanity among the paradise islands of French Polynesia. It was believed to harness the magical colors of the rainbow after a storm according to the native tribes.
In Europe, aside from amulets, black pearl jewelry is worn by enchanters because they believed that it would bring them good luck. Healers also use it for extra help with their spells to cure the sick. It was also used by soothsayers to see the future. The soothsayers gazed into the waves of swirling colors in black pearl jewelry.
Black pearls are truly eye catching and are usually worn with casual and dressy attire. Women who enjoy classic, stylish jewelry prefer black pearl because of its luster, richness and uniqueness. Second to the white pearls in popularity, black pearls can be made into stylish necklaces, earrings as well as rings.
Black pearl is usually made with white gold or platinum to offset its luxurious look. Some prefer it in yellow gold setting, while others in silver. It instantly makes any wardrobe look elegant and classy.
Here are some tips in buying black pearls.
1. Color: Know the exact color you want for a black pearl. Not all of the black pearls are black. There are grey, blue, deep purple, peacock green as well.
2. Size: Black pearls are often larger than other pearls. The size of other pearls range from 4 to 7 millimeters, while black pearls start at 8 millimeters and average about 10 to 11 millimeters. The larger the pearl, the rarer and the more valuable it is.
3. Iridescence: Check the iridescence of the pearl by rotating and checking the black pearl for a shimmer of greenish-black and blue orient color in it. The iridescence or orient is the property of the black pearl’s surface which appear to change color as the angle of views changes. This is caused by overlapping of successive layers which break up light falling on the surface.
4. Luster: Luster is the mirror effect of the pearl. The higher the mirror effect, the better the pearl because the thicker its layers are. Check the nacre. If it looks dull and fuzzy, it is thin and will wear off quickly.
5. Shape: The most prized shape of black pearl is perfectly round. It also comes in different shapes such as pear, rice and baroque shapes.
6. Surface: Check the surface of the pearl. Make sure that there is no pitting or chip. The black pearl’s surface must be thoroughly smooth.
Author Fred Gagnon is an expert on providing tips and information on jewelries. He owns a wide collection of stunning, glamorous and fashionable jewelries. To learn more about jewelries, accessories, precious metals and gemstones, visit Black Diamond Rings and Black Pearl Earrings.
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