Collane di perle dei Mari del Sud bianche
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Frequently asked questions
What length white South Sea pearl necklace is most popular?
Princess length (17-19 inches) is the most universally flattering — it sits at the collarbone and works with most necklines. Matinee (20-24 inches) is dramatic, dropping above the bust line.
How do you grade a white South Sea pearl necklace?
AAA strands have surface 95%+ clean per pearl, mirror luster, near-round to round shape, and uniform color from clasp to clasp. AA strands have 85%+ clean surface, high luster, and acceptable size variation.
What is the price range for a white South Sea pearl necklace?
Single-pearl pendant necklaces start around $400 (9-10mm AAA). Strands run $2,000-15,000+ depending on length, size, and grade. AAA matched 18-inch strands at 12-13mm typically run $4,500-8,500.
Are matched pearl strands worth the premium over graduated?
Matched strands command 30-50% premium because each pearl must align on size (within 0.5mm), color, and luster. They are easier to wear (uniform look), age more gracefully, and resell better.
White South Sea pearl necklaces showcase the largest commercially-cultured saltwater pearls in their classical form. The strands here draw from the silver-lipped variant of Pinctada maxima, harvested predominantly in Australia and Indonesia. Sizes run from 9mm (delicate, princess-length appropriate) up to 16mm (statement, opera-length suitable). Each necklace is hand-strung with knotted silk between pearls — the traditional method that prevents wear and keeps pearls separate if a strand breaks. Lengths include choker (14-16in), princess (17-19in, most universal), matinee (20-24in), and opera (28-34in). Clasps in 18K gold and 925 sterling silver, some with pavé diamond accents. White South Sea pearl necklaces are heirloom-quality — the necklaces women pass to daughters.