subject: The Uniqueness Of The Tahitian Pearls [print this page] The produced pearls are harvested to create the one of the most sought after gem. The Tahitian pearl's characteristic is unique and gem designers love this when they create the ornaments for the people with distinct tastes.
The Tahitian pearls are often described as black pearls. It is not necessary black as it is available in assorted colors. Black, dark or light gray, dark or light green, pinkish, blue and bronze-brown and silver grey colors are available. Some pearls harvested are also white. In rare occasions, a bi-colored pearl can be found and this makes the elegant colors that are used to create the gems used by the rich and the famous.
Because of its abundant color, the pearls of Tahiti are created into exotic jewelries. The top jewel designers use the pearls to create masterpieces. The unique luster of the pearl is one of the key reason why they are selected for the necklace and brooches. This unique luster reflects the elegant lights of the evening and compliments the attires of the person wearing it.
The flawless pearls from Tahiti are rare and expensive. Although some pearls sometimes have a small nick of scratches- they are the individual characteristic of pearls that are naturally produced by the oysters. It is not perfectly shaped as the imitation pearls do. The pearls of Tahiti are naturally created by oysters from sand. Over the years, a pearl is produced.
Most Tahitian pearls are thicker than those that are available commercially. This is because the pearls are only harvested when they are in the right age. The pearls are only harvested when they are perfect in their required thickness. Tahitian pearls are known to be harvested only after 3 years to ensure that they are perfect. Thick nacre layers take years to build up. Most often the oyster's health and the water conditions affect these layers. The lagoon of the Tuamotu-Gambier Archipelago is one of the most suitable place for the oysters to grow. The clear turquoise waters are abundant with sea micro nutrients that the mollusks need to grow healthy.
