Golden South Sea Pearls – The Most Precious Gifts From The Seas
Golden South Sea Pearls are one of the largest and most precious pearls available today. They are grown in the yellow-lipped variant of the Pinctada Maxima – South Sea Pearl oyster. Their cream, yellow or golden tones are entirely natural and no external polishing or embellishment is required to enjoy the charm of these magnificent gems. Comparison with other types of Pearls Just like white South Sea pearls, Golden South Sea Pearls are usually larger than other varieties of saltwater pearls. Their host shell is known to be the biggest pearl-producing oyster and can grow pearls typically from 9 to 15 mm, where some of the pearls can even reach beyond 20mm. However, the growth period of these pearls can range from 2-4 years, unlike the Akoya pearls which take one to two years and Tahitian pearls that grow in less than two years. The quality of the golden South Sea pearl is considerably dependent upon the colour, the darker the golden colour, the more precious the pearl. The overall wo