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.
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.