We have new 14k gold brooch in stock

Good news to customers who like brooches so much. A new design of gorgeous brooch in 14k solid gold is available now.

The pearls we used to make this brooch are 6-7mm AAA grade(the highest grade for genuine freshwater pearls) completely round genuine freshwater pearls. Freshwater pearls have gained popularity among jewelers and consumers alike because they are famous for their exclusive shapes and affordable prices. These pearls in brooch display both a unique texture and tender luster which making them attractive.

Besides, this solid 14k gold pearl brooch is set with cz diamonds for more sparkle, which is the best choice of advancing luxury, magnificence and social station. It measures approximately 1 1/4" to 1 1/2" in two dimensions.

As pictures show, you can choose either yellow gold or white gold according to your preference. They are available for immediate delivery. Our special price for each one is $397.97.

Baroque Pearls

Baroque pearls are basically a specific type of genuine freshwater pearls. Unlike common round pearls, they are very unique in their appearance. Some of them might be looked like eggs while others might look circular.

We have baroque pearls in variety sizes and colors. The following baroque pearls are in size 10-11mm. Don’t you feel this color is beautiful? Yes, we succeeded in processing this color just several days ago. Because we have our professional workers, so we can also process other kinds of pearls you liked in this color.

Baroque pearls might not be so popular as round pearls. But they are considered to be more natural looking pearls as they are irregular. If you would like to wear some unique and natural pearl jewelry, baroque pearls will be a good choice.

This necklace is made of 9-10mm champagne baroque pearls. They are very hot selling, because our customers feel the imperfections can add their glamor and beauty.
Mostly, baroque pearls are fully drilled, they are used to make necklaces, bracelets and so on. Have you seen loose individual baroque pearls? Some might saw small loose baroque pearls. But the following ones are very rare.

These 12-13mm baroque shaped undrilled pearls all have very high luster. They can be used to make the rings, pendants and other jewelry. They can also be kept as precious pearls. Price for each one is only $14.97. If you want to make it as a keepsake pearl and treasure forever, it’s time to place the order as only few can be available.
Any kind of baroque pearls you need, just let us know. You know what? We have large pearl farms to support you.

How to choose rings?

Rings had become popular even during the Medieval period. All kinds of people wore rings, no matter they were poor or rich. Rings are considered a symbol of friendship, but particularly love in nowadays. They are given to represent commitment as in engagements and marriages. But they can also be worn as the adornment. Different styles of the rings match different fingers.

Ring which is worn on the index finger should be stereoscopic. The style can be a little exaggerated and material does not need to be on top grade.

These rings are made of the genuine freshwater pearls and 925 sterling silver. All of them are plated with 18k white gold to prevent from trashing. CZ diamonds in them are shining and are sufficient to attract people’s attention. People will feel you are so bright and independent after you wear these freshwater pearl rings.

It is better to choose some formal and positive style rings to wear on middle finger. Rings should be looked a bit heavy.

This ring is made of 14k solid yellow gold with CZ diamonds. The pearl is 8-9mm AAA round pearl. This ring worn on the middle finger is good for the inspiration be emerged and you will become more attractive.
The following freshwater pearl ring will be suitable to wear on the ring finger. Because it is traditional and pretty. The heart shaped style can be considered as a symbol of your love. 14k yellow gold can be kept as a long time increasing value and real diamonds mean eternal.

Some person would like to wear rings on little finger. Simple and cute style will be a preferable selection. Look at this style:

It is made of 7-8mm AAA round genuine freshwater pearl in 14k solid yellow gold. How simple it is, how elegant it should be.
No matter which finger you want to wear the ring, you will be sure to find your preferable style from here, www.orientalpearls.net.

Pearl Jewelry with Eastern Element

Time has flown by so fast, Christmas is coming, best wishes to you and your family for a very happy and healthy holiday!

Couple customers wrote to us and asked us if we had any recommendation for the products that could be gifted to their parents. I have noticed high-end jewelry & department stores jewelry designers have been purchasing more Chinese character longevity pearl jewelry from us than before, that makes me believe that it will be the gift of choice that second to none!

This pearl pendant was designed under the Chinese symbol for longevity. This word has been popular in China for thousands of years. In ancient times, people painted or drew some figures. As it evolves, it become character Chinese longevity. There are more than 400 different versions of writing till now, the words in the right picture are 100 of them. Chinese people like to present Chinese Longevity painting to the elders because this word means "may your good fortune and life be as vast as the heavens”.

Character Chinese longevity is not only very popular in China but exported to many countries as great gift ideas. You can see a lot of people have character Chinese longevity on their t-shirts. Art works contains character Chinese longevity such as Chinese painting and Chinese calligraphy are great decoration of rooms in western world.

This pearl pendant features 10mm southsea shell(replica) pearl in perfectly round shape and 18k white gold plated metal setting. Multi color pearls, be it white, pale pink, rose pink, champagne or gold for feminine beauties, peacock black, chocolate, peacock green or grey for bold yet styled outlook are available, they will add some Eastern flair to your parents’ style! Shop early for the best selection!

The weather now becomes more and more cold. Brooch turns a necessary outfit that is universally used as a decoration because more and more people begin wearing cashmere overcoat, velvet coat etc thick clothes.

It is new arrival for selection of pearl brooches. The brooch is approximately 1"x 2 1/2" fastens securely with a metal pin clasp. It features two 6-8mm drop shaped freshwater pearls accented by Cz diamonds and 18k white gold plated metal setting. Would like to enhance your look with this pearl brooch? Shop on line, it is definitely a great addition to any jewelry collection.

Pearl Brooches as a timeless accessory

If one is looking for unique gift for someone special or finding something which will make your loved ones smile then pearl brooches is the perfect option for you. Pearl brooch is the jewelery designed to attach wherever one want to other than body. Many people think that brooches are old fashioned jewelery but now they are back with more chastity, purity and modesty.

Pearl brooches are worn as an accessory anywhere like on a bag, pair of heels, belts, coat and also in hair. There is variety of pearl brooches available from simple to party wear brooches. Cultured pearl brooches are available in different fascinating colors and also of different shapes like round pearls, biwa pearls, rice pearls, potato pearls, stick pearls and many more. One can choose appropriate pearl brooch from variety of options available by browsing on internet. Natural pearls are expensive but one need not have to worry because there are variety of pearl brooches which are available of all range from expensive to affordable.

Pearl brooches can be worn according to the occasions like if one have to attend family function then they can wear flower pearl brooch or butterfly brooch which express joy and love. Pearl brooches for brides are also available which one can wear on their wedding day and to add up more glamor whole set of pearl jewelery is available which will compliment the dress.

One going on date can wear Pearl brooches which will reflect your persona. Heart shaped pearl brooches are the best gift for loved ones on anniversaries. If one is regular moving from places to meet clients then there are also simple brooches like silver pearl brooches which is the best option and it can be also wore in office. There are attractive brooches like pearl and rhinestone, fancy studded pearl round brooches, etc. which one can wear while going out for party with friends or for functions.

Pearl shapes

Pearls are natural wonders that are available in wide variety of shapes and sizes. The shape of pearls plays an important part in determining its value. You will hardly come upon perfect round shaped natural pearls in the market. You will find that pearls that are randomly shaped are cheaper than the round pearls.

Number of processes occurs when pearl is developing inside the oyster that will eventually determine the final shape of that pearl. If the irritant that exists inside the oyster in order to facilitate the pearl’s shape is round or spherical, then the pearl created will be spherical as well. On the other hand if the shape of the irritant is irregular then pearl is bound to be irregular in shape as well. Along with the shape of the irritant, the position of a pearl inside the oyster also determines the shape of pearl.

Following are few pearl shapes:
Spherical: These may be perfectly round or approximately round and are regarded to be classic among other pearls.
Symmetrical shapes are fairly balanced and regular. When you cut them apart in exactly middle then each part will be the mirror image of another half.
Baroque: These pearls are irregular or abstract and nonsymmetrical in nature.
Round pearls: Round pearls are hardly ever perfect spheres unless they are gems of quality. The shape of pearls depends upon the time duration for which the pearl remains within oyster. Round pearls are very unusual and are expensive. As they grow the shape also changes gradually. Mostly the south sea pearls are round pearls.
Off round pearls: ‘Off Round’ term is referred to the pearl which looks round by necked eyes but actually, they are slightly oval or flattened shape. They have fine luster same as that of the round shaped pearl.

Pearl Shapes are a significant factor in determining value. The most common shapes are irregular or baroque. A pearl's shape and quality are not dependent on each other. However, just like gemstones, certain shapes of pearls are quite rare making them quite valuable. You will find that perfectly spherical pearls are also rare making them priceless.

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Crystal bead jewelry

Crystal bead jewelry is gaining popularity by passing years. Crystal jewelry is most easy way to dazzle and it just glows like stars. You will definitely find countless variety of crystal bead jewelry in market, but also handmade jewelry is becoming very popular.

The main reason because of which handmade crystal bead jewelry is popular is that; you can have color of crystals as you like and second reason is that that piece will be one of its kind. Crystal bead jewelry is available in the form of necklace, bracelet, finger rings and crystal earrings. You can wear this beautiful jewelry on any occasion. It will definitely add some extra beauty to your outfit.

Usually crystal beads available are colorless and have their own iridescent glow, but crystal beads are also available in all different colors; many wholesalers can even dye the crystal beads with your desired color. You can choose crystal bead colors which will match your outfit.

Bridal crystal jewelry is also very much in fashion these days. You can even have crystal bead-work on wedding gown; which will definitely add luster and shine to your wedding dress. Not only for wedding gown, but also you can even use these crystal beads on any kind outfit.

As per occasion you can make crystal bead jewelry with strings made up of different yarn or metal or plastic. For making simple crystal bead necklace you need some crystal beads, thread and nose pliers. Crystal beads can be full drilled or half drilled or even you can have beads without any hole.

For making simple crystal bead necklace, you can even use memory wire. You just have to slide all crystal beads on this wire and just tie a knot and your necklace is ready. This way you can even create bracelet and also earrings with crystal beads.

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Pearl Charms

Pearl charm adds glory to your pearl jewelry mostly to pearl bracelet it gives enhancement wherever it is adjoined. Charm bracelet is the jewelry that always attracts women. They are available in all colors of pearl, with all possible shapes.

Now a day’s charms are flat stamped charms but in ancient days they used to have three dimensional look and very detailed design. New trend charms are vintage charms; pearl vintage charm. Pearl charms can never go out of fashion. Many designs are available in market.

These charms have always been close to the women of all ages. Whether she is teenager or in sixties pearl charm will always be any woman’s first choice at the time of her marriage. Pearl charm makes you look pretty and elegant. At the time of wedding charms having shape of bell are specially used to celebrate future married life. Then her jewelry box can be filled with many different charms. Representing anniversaries, honeymoon, birth of her child and on for each important and cherished moments of her life.

Typically first charm made for a juvenile woman is mostly symbol of flower showing love for her beloved or memento from field trip. For sporty lady you can also offer tennis racket and a freshwater pearl can be used as tennis ball. Mother of pearl is considered as perfect material for crafting. It can be easily shaped and used as charm. Other gemstones like rhinestone or diamonds can be studded on charm.

You can buy pearl bracelet with matching pearl charm and earrings which will definitely give complete gorgeous look. It not only makes the bracelet lay flat comfortably on wrist, but also prevents it from tarnishing it for coming years. Pearl charms are also very wonderful as gift. Pearl charm is very delicate so take good care of it.

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White pearls

White colored pearls are classic and they are never out of fashion. It is very common belief that “Gifting white pearls to married couples ensures happiness for married couples”.

Whenever anybody says Pearls; first thing that comes to your mind is white colored round pearls. They are classic. White pearl jewelry is very popular amongst brides and bridesmaids. These gorgeous white pearls are perfect as wedding or anniversary gift.

White colored pearls are very famous for its amazing luster and its purity. White pearls are found predominantly in freshwater pearls. Iridescence caused by nacre in a pearl, which breaks up light falling on surface. White pearls lights up wearer no matter how one wears it. Soft glow of each pearl just spreads the gleam. It suits all kinds of environment and all type of occasion.You can wear these white pearls at workplace, meetings, and important events.

White pearls compliment all styles and any outfits for any occasion. High quality white pearls are usually round in shape and have unblemished surface. Necklace made up of round white pearls brings aura of dignity and sensibility around you and they surely makes mark.

Wear white pearls to social events like parties; you will definitely dazzle the environment around with earring or delicate white pearl pendant. You can trust these white pearls for all occasions.

High quality white pearls are very round in shape and have unblemished surface. While choosing pearls keep in mind nacre thickness of pearls, luster, texture, shape and size. In olden days before cultured pearls all natural pearls were generally of white pearls with creamy or pink tint. These pearls can be colored to peach, lavender, yellow, blue, brow, purple or any color you want. Cultured white pearls have become very affordable.

It is very common to find working women and celebrities wearing lustrous white pearls. This high quality white pearl jewelry can be passed to next generation; for many it is like a family tradition.

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Pearl shapes

Pearl is cherished as a symbol of purity and elegance from centuries. People around the world use these pearls as jewelry or decorative objects. Pearls are the only gemstone obtained from animals. Pearls are collected from both, freshwater and marine water.

Since pearls are organic gemstones, they can occur in wide variety of shapes. Pearl’s shape depends upon factors inside the shell of mollusk like; shape of nucleus or position of pearl within the shell and many more. The shape of the pearl determines its value. Perfectly round pearl is very rare. There are mainly three categories of pearl shape; spherical, Symmetrical and Baroque.

Spherical shapes are nearly round; this shape is most familiar, classic shape of pearl. Symmetrical pearls are regular shaped pearls, if pearl is divided into two parts they can be divided into two equal halves and Baroque shapes are irregular and abstract.

Some basic pearl shapes are as follows:

Round: When anyone thinks about the Pearls, round is only shape that comes into the mind. These pearls are very rare. Perfectly round and unblemished they look which are very rare and expensive. They range from perfectly round to oval in shape.

Near Round: These pearls are not round but oval. These pearls are slightly flattened or elongated. These pearls belong to Spherical category.

Oval: These pearls are “Oval” in shape and they are narrower at the ends than center. They belong to symmetrical category.

Drop: Drop pearls are pearls which looks like a pear or sometimes available in a teardrop shape. They are usually short and fat. They are usually used for making earring and pendants. They belong to same Symmetrical pearls category as “Oval” pearls.

Button: These pearls usually have flattened shape. They are suitable for stud type of earrings. Their flattened side can be easily attached to jewelry setting.

Baroque: Baroque pearls do not have any specific shape. Any irregular shaped pearl fall into this category. They are very cheap. They can have amazing luster and can look amazingly gorgeous.

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Pearl Color

Pearl comes in wide array of colors from White to Black; you can have pearl of any shade in between white to black. Pearl color is not due to single factor, three factors are responsible for color of a pearl. Body color, Overtones and Orient are the three factors.

Body color is the prominent main color. It depends upon the type of oyster which produces it. For example- black lipped oyster produces black colored pearls. Body color may be anything from white, silver, golden, green, blue or as said earlier Black.

Overtones: Color that appears on top of pearl’s body color is called as Overtone. These overtone somewhat alters body color of pearl, It also add depth and glow to pearls natural color. Usually white pearls have rose pink overtone. It is not necessary that every pearl should have an overtone some pearls does not have overtone at all.

Orient: Orient is usually referred to shimmering iridescence or you can call it “play of color”. It can be a like rainbow or just subtle combination of colors like pink, green, silver and green. These caused by the way in which light is reflected through various thin layers of nacre.

Price of pearl usually does not depend upon color. But presence of overtone color and iridescence makes pearl more valuable. You can choose color that best suited to you.

Always remember few things while buying colored pearls. Always judge them against non – reflective white background, never judge pearls on black background. If possible compare pearl color in different lighting conditions like day light, fluorescent etc. If you are looking for matching pearls then it is better to take those previously bought pearls with you. Consider uniformity of colors. Many pearls are artificially colored by treatments like dying or irradiation. These treated pearls can be easily spot by looking for concentrations of color near the drilled hole.

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Stick pearls and Nugget pearls

Biwa pearls are often referred as stick pearls as these pearls look like sticks. Stick pearls have free shapes with roughed surface. Though they are irregular in shape, they have good color and luster.

Biwa pearls is most famous type of freshwater pearls, these pearls are obtained from mussels grown in Lake Biwa, Japan. White is most common color in Biwa pearls. While inserting seed bead of Small Square is inserted into mussel, this mussel requires three or more years to produce pearls of good quality.

Due its amazing shape many different jewelry items like necklace or earring or even you can make bracelets. Stick pearls can be Length drilled or center drilled. They are available in wide range of colors from black, white, grey with multicolor overtones.

Nugget or Baroque pearls

Baroque pearls or sometime referred as Nugget pearls; are pearls with irregular shape. Due to their unusual appearance they are unique. Baroque pearls have many sizes and colors. These pearls are irregular and non symmetrical. Baroque pearls resembles to stick, cross or any other shape. Pearls which does not have typical round or off round shape are called Semi baroque pearls. Baroque pearls are considered to be more natural looking pearls. Some nugget shapes pearls may have one or two side flat.

Baroque shaped pearls are produced when expanding pearl sac grows irregularly because of no appreciable resistance or sometimes pearl cysts are lodged in muscular tissue means mantle-tissue is nucleated instead of bead. Baroque shape differs as its origin changes. In Akoya pearls in baroque pearls it has small tail that comes to a sharp point behind a rounded front.

Due to its unusual shape different jewelry items can be made like earrings, necklace or bracelet. Baroque pearls are available in many different sizes from 3mm to 10mm.

Baroque pearls are least expensive. Cost of baroque pearls depends on their type, like South Sea and Tahitian pearls which are produced by black- lipped oyster are most expensive among all baroque pearls. Jewelry made up from baroque pearls is excellent choice if you are looking for original and unique look.

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Natural Pearls -Some Famous Pearls

Pearl is one of the oldest gems in the world. Natural pearl stands out to be rare findings and have been admired for thousands of years. Here are some pearls that are reminders of Pearl history.

Abernathy pearls: This pearl was discovered by William Abernathy in 1967 in River Tay. This pearl is also referred as “Little Willie”. This is a pink spherical pearl with outstanding quality. This pearl was of 44 grain which is rare to find in natural freshwater pearls.

The Gogibus pearl: This was largest discovered pearl in 17^th century. It was found on off the coast of the West Indies. This pear shaped pearl weighed 126 carats. King Philip purchased this pearl from merchant named Gobius so the name, who wore this pearl as button in his cap.

Big Pink Pearl: Big pink pearl is listed in the Guinness book of World Records recorded as largest natural abalone pearl. This pearl was valued in 1997 at $ 4.7 million US dollars. Weight of this baroque shaped pearl was 470 carats. This pearl was discovered by Wesley Rankin at California’s Salt Point State Park in Petaluma, California.

The Hope pearl: The Hope pearl is largest and most famous pearl in Saltwater. This pearl weighed 450 carat, it is drop-shaped blister pearl. This White pearl measured 2 X 4 inches. This hope pearl has wide color range from greenish-gold on one end and white on other. This pearl is now at the British Museum of Natural History.

Pearl of Allah: This is a largest pearl on record of famous pearls. This was harvested from giant clam, at coast of Palawan Islands, Philippines. Pearl of Allah is 9.4 inches and weighed 14 lbs. This pearl was evaluated at $ 40 million. Muslim diver who found that pearl named that pearl as Pearl of Allah.

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Freshwater potato pearls

Freshwater pearls are pearls which are harvested from freshwater mussels and shells. Natural freshwater pearls are never perfectly round. They have many different shapes like round, oval, coin, nuggets, baroque and semi baroque, the most common and widely used for jewelry is potato pearls.

Potato pearls does not have a specific shape they can be of any shape from round to elliptical, due to their oval shape potato pearls are sometimes referred as semi round pearls. These freshwater are usually harvested from China. These pearls are side drilled without any hard edge or flat side.

While grafting shell for freshwater pearls nucleus is not inserted inside shell instead of that small square piece is inserted in upper valve. Twist is given to mantle for to give round shape to pearls. A single mollusk can produce up to 50 pearls. Freshwater pearls are durable, chipping resistant and do not undergo
degeneration easily.

These freshwater pearls are known for their wide range of color, they are available in white, pink, red, silver, copper, golden, lavender, purple, Blue and yellow. Most popular and desirable colors are pastel pink, lavender, purple and rose color. Different colors depend upon various conditions like mussel species, genetics, water quality and position of pearl in shell. Due to various colors and diversity in shape it is very difficult to find perfectly matching pearls for strand.

Freshwater potato pearls can be used alone in pearl strand or you can use them with large pearls. Many times Potato pearls are used as spacers. If you are making jewelry for children you can use colors like Teal green, olive green, baby pink or sky blue. For fancy jewelry you can use Silver, golden, green or red.

For Classic jewelry choose from White, Black, pink, Turquoise. For more information on Freshwater potato pearls visit www.orientalpearls.net/strands_potato.php

Chinese pearls

Around 4000 years ago Chinese people discovered a most delicate gem which had brilliant shine, Pearl. China has the oldest pearl production tradition than anywhere in the world. It has been one of the important parts of Chinese culture.

Southern region of China has ideal breeding conditions so most of pearls produced in China come from southern part. 96% percent of peals in worldwide market are from China. China also exporting pearls to Japan and large quantity of Chinese pearls are used for Japanese pearl jewelry.

Pearl oyster require some unique living conditions like; diversity of water areas, less polluted river and sea water, cheap and rich feed for pearl oysters, compared to Japan there very few earthquake prone areas and most important very advanced pearl breeding techniques. China fulfills all these conditions very well.

Chinese pearls come in a wide range of lustrous iridescent colors ranging from white, cream, pale pink, purple, black and many more. Chinese Pearls are usually priced low mainly due to low pearl-breeding cost and low labor cost. Chinese people initiated nucleation of their freshwater pearls, which resulted into even round pearls. Rejected freshwater pearls are reshaped into spheres and those are used as nucleus.

Most pearls cultivated in China are freshwater pearls; these pearls are usually harvested from mollusk living in lakes and rivers. Their shapes can be anything from elongated, round, oval, potato, baroque and they have unusual milky translucent appearance. Few decades ago many Chinese people used to dye pearls to bright red, blue, yellow, lavender and black also. Now china offers a selection of beautiful natural colors.

Chinese Akoya pearls having size less than 8mm have better quality than Japanese Akoya pearls. Chinese pearls are nearly white or mottled are usually treated by bleaching agents or bright fluorescent lights and also heat treatment also used. Chinese pearls are as valuable as Japanese pearls. Click here for more information on pearls http://www.orientalpearls.net/freshwater_pearls.php

Keshi pearls

Our nature is full of mystery. A variety of artistic and abstract things is nurtured by our nature. Keshi pearl is one of the true gifts given by nature. These pearls are unique and their method of formation is also very different from the usual pearl harvesting. They are the known as the by-products of the usual pearl cultivation process.
There are two ways in which a Keshi pearl can be formed. In the first method the pearl is formed when the oyster spits out the nucleus, before its development, in rejection. In the second method the nucleus fractures and forms into two pearl sacs of circles of nacre without a nucleus.
Keshi pearls are also known as ‘poppy seed pearls’ or just ‘seed pearls’ because in Japanese Keshi means poppy seeds. These pearls can be cultured in both, freshwater as well as saltwater. Keshi pearls vary in sizes and are usually small. These pearls are very rare because as soon as an oyster expels its nucleus, it is re-nucleated, prohibiting the formation of Keshi pearls.
Keshi pearls have a unique bright luster and are uncommon in orient, since they are composed only of solid nacre. These features make Keshi pearls unique and desirable for jewelers for their fancy designs.
White Keshi pearls are very affordable. They have opalescence and are bright silvery in color with a great luster. They are usually 8x6mm in size. Large Keshi white pearls are also available. Their sizes vary from about 9.5-15mm in length (also available in 11-12mm lengths) to 7-9mm in width. They are cup shaped elongated pearls.
Green Keshi pearls are very small in size golden green in color. Usually drilled from the center and its lengths varies from 3.5-6mm and run 2.5-3mm on the drilled dimension. Pink Keshi pearls are 6-8mm in length and are available in lovely shades of pink. Similar are natural color Keshi pearls with lengths ranging from 7.5mm to 8.5mm.
Keshi pearls are also available in silver with a metallic base color. They carry a very high opalescent character with uniformity in size. They are 7-8mm long and about 5.5mm wide. Golden shades are also popular and rich in luster and about 7-9.5mm in size.
Keshi pearls are used in jewelry like earrings, bracelets, necklaces and decorative broaches. They were unknown to the market for many years, but now they are gaining popularity for their shape, color and luster.