subject: Biwa Pearls And Coin Pearls: Know About Variety Of Pearls [print this page] While you have a plan wearing pearl jewelry in any occasion, then gathering complete knowledge about different types of pearls in the market would be very much important. Pearl jewelry is found to be the symbol of class, purity, and feminine charm. These pearls are found to be the oldest of all gems. This kind of universal gem can be found anywhere in this world. And, this kind of gem requires no such cutting or polishing. The time they are detached from the shell, they come out as the pure piece of beauty. In this discussion, you will get to know about different types of pearls present in the market, which can be suitable as per your needs.
Button Pearls are found in rondell or wheel shape, which are usually drilled through the center, just like the tire with an axle. These pearls come with one edge, which is much flatter than the other. These pearls can be found in all sizes from 1mm seed pearls to 10mm huge sizes. And, they are also found in different colors like, mauve, pink, white and black.
Biwa pearls are found with no artificial nucleus inside them. They are originated from Lake Biwa in Japan. Biwa means no artificial nucleus inside the pearl. Biwa pearls are found in different shapes like, pointed, button or flat.
Coin pearls are found to be the result of Biwa kind of pearl. These pearls are found in big size and coin shaped. These pearls are found in different forms. These days, coin pearls are also found in square, round and rectangular in shape. Variety of colors is found within this pearl variety and they are black, pink, peacock etc. Drilling of these pearls is done either sideways or centrally.
Keshi Peals are found in tiny seed shape. In the pearl formation process, this pearl is found as the end-product. These pearls are shaped when entry of debris takes place in oyster at the time of harvesting.
Nugget Pearls are also known as the baroque pearls, which are available in various organic and irregular in shape. These pearls are found with unique type of asymmetry with one side relatively flat.
Potato Pearls are found in off-round shape. They are found in plump oval shape and they are drilled from its short side. Prices of these pearls are found very less in comparison with other pearls.
Rice Pearls are found in rice or oval shaped and they are drilled lengthwise.
