9mm Tahitian Pearl Loose
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Tahitian Pearls 9mm AA — Wholesale Lot 41 Pieces
$170.00
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Frequently asked questions
What does AAA mean for loose Tahitian pearls?
AAA is the highest grade in the Tahitian pearl scale: surface clean to 95% or better, luster mirror-reflective, shape near-round to perfectly round, and overtone consistency uniform across the pearl. Pearls below this go to AA, A, B grades.
Are 9mm loose pearls drilled or undrilled?
Both available. Drilled pearls have a 0.8mm hole standard. Undrilled pearls let you (or your jeweler) decide drill placement — useful for custom rings and pendants where the orientation matters.
Can I order matched pairs of 9mm Tahitian pearls?
Yes. Specify "matched pair" at checkout and we will hand-pick two pearls within 0.25mm of size, identical overtone, and matched shape. Useful for custom earrings.
How much do 9mm Tahitian loose pearls cost?
Pricing varies by grade, color, and shape. AAA round peacock 9mm pearls typically range $80-200 per pearl. Less common overtones (deep aubergine, silver-blue) command 20-40% premium.
Do you have larger sizes (10mm, 11mm, 12mm)?
Yes. We stock loose Tahitian pearls in all sizes from 8mm to 14mm in 1mm increments. Larger sizes (13mm+) are rarer; available in limited quantities — contact us directly.
9mm sits at the entry point of the Tahitian pearl size range — large enough to read as serious jewelry, small enough that the price keeps custom strand work feasible. These loose pearls are sourced from Pinctada margaritifera harvests in French Polynesia, primarily from Mangareva and surrounding atolls. Color profile: predominantly peacock with green and silver-blue overtones, occasional aubergine. We grade each pearl AAA on luster (mirror surface) and AA-or-better on shape (round to near-round). Drilled or undrilled on request — drilled pearls are bored 0.8mm by default for standard threading; we can drill to 1.0mm or 1.2mm for thicker silk or beading wire. Used most often for: custom necklace strands, statement single-pearl pendants, bridal commissions, and pair-matched earring work. Each lot ships with a per-pearl grading sheet and the lagoon of origin.