A peacock pearl describes one of the most valued and sought after colours of a type of saltwater pearl called the Tahitian pearl, which are cultured in French Polynesia in the black-lipped oyster Pinctada margaritifera. These natural iridescent colours are achieved without any artificial dye or treatment. Why Tahitian pearls receive this amazing overtone hues can be attributed to a number of factors.
Its partly because of the minerals in the water and the specific type of oyster that produces the pearl. The Pinctada margaritifera, also called the black lipped oyster, lives in the waters of French Polynesia and is known for secreting dark nacre.
Other factors that contribute to the resulting color and overtone of Tahitian pearls include the way in which the pearls form, including the thickness of nacre, the trace elements in the water and the interaction of the pearl with light all of which contribute to create the beautiful colors of the peacock pearl. The item "VINTAGE 14K WHITE GOLD TAHITIAN PEARL DIAMOND EARRINGS PEACOCK HONG KONG" is in sale since Friday, November 26, 2021. This item is in the category "Jewelry & Watches\Fine Jewelry\Earrings".
The seller is "4744366" and is located in Andover, Massachusetts. This item can be shipped worldwide.