Pearl Surface
Akoya pearls naturally form with small surface marks. Higher-grade pearls have cleaner surfaces with fewer visible blemishes, while lower grades may show more natural spots, marks, or texture.
Explore the 5 key factors that define the beauty, quality, and value of Akoya pearls.
Akoya pearls naturally form with small surface marks. Higher-grade pearls have cleaner surfaces with fewer visible blemishes, while lower grades may show more natural spots, marks, or texture.
Luster describes how sharply light reflects from the pearl surface. The best Tahitian pearls have a crisp, mirror-like glow with visible depth.
Akoya pearls range from white (with pink overtone) and silver to light blue, gold overtones. Rarity, balance, and richness all influence value.
Akoya pearls are predominantly round, with baroque (irregular) shapes being relatively uncommon.
Akoya pearls typically range from 6 to 8.5 mm, with 7–8 mm being the most common and versatile size for everyday wear. Smaller pearls have a more delicate look, while larger sizes offer greater visual impact and usually command higher prices.
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