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PEEK A BOO!
Loving these peek-a-boo carved Tahitian pearls showing actual Opals inside, used as the nuclei! Perfect as an “April Fools” pearl theme. Pearls by pearl artist Galatea
Spotting fake / faux pearls is actually quite easy, once you know what to look for!
- Real pearls are formed by nature and will always have some sort of imperfection if you look close enough.
- Not every pearl will be the exact same size. Real pearls are made by nature, so there should be some variation in size.
- Examine the drill hole with a magnifying glass. Real pearls will often show evidence of a nucleus.
- A real pearl necklace will have depth and variation to the color. It will include a body color and an overtone color. Often displaying different colors in different lighting conditions. Fake pearls will often look flat or even “painted”.
- High quality pearls will have a deep luster, almost glowing from within. This is the difference between a shiny marble and a pearl’s luster that shows depth.
- Examine the drill hole. Fake pearls often show signs of melted plastic around the edges of the pearl.
- Real pearls have more weight than fakes. Often feeling heavier than they look.
- Feel the pearls… Are they cool to the touch? Real pearls don’t warm to the touch as quickly as imitation pearls.
- Perform the tooth test. (see Below)
The Tooth Test
- These classic dangle earrings feature two 9mm AAA Black Tahitian pearls, handpicked for their gorgeous luster and unblemished surface.
- The pearls are mounted on the finest 14K gold.
- These earrings are packaged in a beautiful jewelry gift box.
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