{"title":"9mm Tahitian Pearl Loose","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ssp-programmatic-page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ssp-founder-commentary\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e9mm 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 \u003cem\u003ePinctada margaritifera\u003c\/em\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ssp-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does AAA mean for loose Tahitian pearls?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAAA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre 9mm loose pearls drilled or undrilled?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I order matched pairs of 9mm Tahitian pearls?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do 9mm Tahitian loose pearls cost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePricing 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo you have larger sizes (10mm, 11mm, 12mm)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. We stock loose Tahitian pearls in all sizes from 8mm to 14mm in 1mm increments. 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