The Pearl Journal
The Pearl Journal
Pearl Buying Guides
Understand pearl types, grades, sizes, luster and value before you buy. These specialist guides explain how to compare pearls, recognize quality, avoid misleading terms and choose jewelry that suits your style and budget.
Purple Tahitian Pearls vs Purple Freshwater Pearls
Purple Tahitian pearls and purple freshwater pearls can look similar online, but their color source, luster, stability, rarity, and value are very different. Learn how to compare them before buying.
Freshwater Akoya Pearls: What the Term Really Means
A buyer-friendly guide to the phrase freshwater Akoya, why it is a misleading term, and how to compare freshwater and saltwater Akoya pearls with clearer documentation.