subject: The features of Akoya Pearl jewelry [print this page] Charming is what comes to mind when we think of akoya pearl jewelry. In every way these pearls stand alone in class and style. Being the first pearls to be cultured, akoyas have stood the test of time in its popularity throughout the world.
Within our assortment of pearls of all types, akoya pearls seem to be quite versatile, in that it comes in all colors, be it dark or light. When you look through an assortment of loose freshwater pearls you will see many colors and many shapes but the luster of akoya pearls out shines their cousins the H. Cumingi mollusk which produces the freshwater pearls. However, with today's culturing processes and technology, many freshwater pearls are enhanced making them as lustrous as any pearl. Within the assortment of loose freshwater pearls one will not find as many perfectly spherical shaped pearls as one would find in an assortment of akoya pearls.
These top choice akoya pearls are made into fine jewelry. The myriad of colors within one black akoya pearl is simply magical. We carry strands of these beautiful akoya black pearls, sometimes referred to as blueberries. These glossy 7.0 mm gems are strung on silk threads to make beautiful 18 inch necklaces with bracelets and earrings of perfect match.
Akoya peacock is another stunning color. These emerald green with blue and rose overtones are truly striking. They nearly look like glass because their intense sheen. For any pearl, these are the characteristics to look for in the best pearls. The peacock feather has the colors that are found in some pearls, especially the Tahitian black pearl, therefore the name is descriptive.
Golden akoya pearls are spectacular to look at; their warm colors are soothing. Graduated strands of these golden sea pearls ranging from 5.5 mm to 6.0 mm are meticulously strung in perfect order. We also have 6.0 mm to 6.5 mm graduated strands.
For those who are familiar with akoya cultured pearls will know that most of these pearls are traditionally white, and we have a large selection of white akoya pearl jewelry that radiates purity. Set in gold, strung with diamonds or just by themselves, these white angelic jewels are enchanting.
