What is AAA pearl quality?

What is AAA pearl quality?

AAA Flawless pearl on at least 80-85% of its surface, with the remaining 15-20% containing only minor imperfections with one or two deep imperfections. AAAA Flawless pearl on at least 95% of the pearl surface, with 5% having slight concentrated imperfections. Luster. A Poor. AA Medium.

Which is better AA or AAA pearls?

AA – The surface will have good luster and and 75% of the pearl will be free from blemishes and spots. AAA – The surface will have high luster and 95% of the pearl will be free from spots or blemishes. This and AA pearl will have good nacre.

How much does Akoya pearl cost?

Akoya pearls are the classic round, white pearls. They were the first pearls ever to be farmed, and are a little bit smaller. A strand of Akoya pearls can cost from $300 to more than $10,000. Generally, these are the smallest type of cultured pearl on the market.

What is AAA cultured pearl?

Cultured Akoya pearls are graded using the Japanese Pearl Grading System, using the A-AAA Scale with the addition of Hanadama Akoya pearls representing the highest pinnacle of the pearl type. The A-AAA system evaluates pearls according to Surface Quality, Luster, and perfection of Shape (roundness and symmetry).

Are Akoya pearls the best?

While the akoya pearl is considered to be (overall) more rare and valuable than the freshwater pearl, it is only the third most valuable commercially produced pearl, falling behind South Sea and Tahitians. It is still common to find top-quality akoya pearl strands retailing for more than $10,000, however.

Is it cheaper to buy pearls in Japan?

Even with the soaring yen, prices for high-quality pearls are somewhat lower in Japan than in the United States. Japanese governmental supervision of pearl sales is very strict. Even naive shoppers are safe purchasing pearls in Japan, especially if they buy from a reputable shop.

How can I tell if my Akoya pearls are real?

One of the simplest and easiest ways to tell if your Akoya pearl is real or not is to do something called “the tooth test”. All you have to do is softly rub the pearl against your tooth. If the pearl is natural or cultured, the texture you will feel will be gritty and rough.

Are old pearl necklaces worth anything?

How Much Are Real Pearls Worth? A traditional strand of white pearls can range from $100 (Freshwater pearl necklace) to $10,000 (Akoya pearl necklace). A strand of large, flawless South Sea pearls could even be valued as high as $100,000+ .

Are Akoya pearls worth it?

How do you clean Akoya pearls?

How to Clean Pearls

1. After every wear, wipe your pearls with a soft cloth.
2. Clean with a damp cloth only as needed.
3. Let them dry all the way before storing.
4. Take them to your jeweler once a year.
5. Last on, first off.
6. Store them flat.
7. Dedicate a space just for your pearls.
8. Wear your pearls often.

What are Akoya pearls?

Perfectly round pearls shine with sharp, metallic luster; cultured Akoya pearls are what most people think of when they think of pearls. We sell Japanese Akoya pearl necklaces from demure Choker Length Necklaces to long 100-Inch Ropes, all made with the finest Japanese saltwater Akoya pearls.

What is true AAA quality?

When you purchase TRUE AAA quality, you are getting the finest quality, round and clean akoya white color cultured pearls available anywhere in the world, selected from the top pick of each new harvest by the farmers.

What are your pearl necklaces made of?

Our pearl necklaces are tailored to your specifications, and created by hand with our In House stringer using only the finest cultured pearls, silk and gold clasps.