Tahitian pearls are creations of nature, each unique in shape, size and colour, giving them a touch of personality. Their quality and value are dependent on the amount of surface imperfections.

Rounds or semi-rounds.
Semi-baroques.
Baroques.

The quality of a pearl is not defined only by its smoothness, but by other secondary characteristics such as shape, size and thickness.

G.I.A. Classification (GEMOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF AMERICA)

Top GEMME

a rarely seen exception, with excellent luster and a perfect surface

Cattegory A/AAA

an almost perfect surface (around 90%), excellent luste

Cattegory B/AA

smooth surface (around 70%), very good luster

Cattegory C/A+

smooth surface (around 40%), luster can vary from good to medium

Cattegory D/A

more than 60% of imperfections on the surface, weak luster.
We do not commercialize these types of pearls.

 For years round pearls have been very popular. Nowadays, however, there exists a wide range of shapes which are noticeable for their uniqueness and natural beauty.