Tahiti Pearls - The Island Jewel

Tahiti Pearls

The Island Jewel

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For many thousands of years, the warm waters of the South Seas have nurtured a great marvel, the "Pinctada Margaritifera" Cimingi variety, named after the biologist who classified it in 1820. This mother of pearl is unique due to its exceptionally pure lagoon habitat, which brings out an imcomparable natural color range that is also passed on to cultured pearls, thereby crating jewels. Tahitian pearls have become a symbol of elegance and beauty throughout the world.

"symbol of elegance and beauty"

Whether perfectly round in shape, romantically pear shaped, or with baroque or shapes, and ranging in colors from shimmering green known as "flying wing", aubergine blue tinged, reddish bronze pinkish or more simply just steel gray, they have an iridescent luster that charms the eye. Every visitor desires to take home a Tahiti Pearl as a souvenir, as the symbol of those fleeting and unforgettable moments spent on vacation in the South Seas. Every woman has always had the secret wish possess a pearl, the jewel of the thousand and one nights, that contains a touch of magic, symbolizing great charm and perfection.

"A great charm and perfection"

For visitors who wish to discover the secrets of Tahitian pearls, a visit to one of the pearl farms on the island of Taha'a or on one of the low islands in the Tuamotu is an experience not to be missed.

In terms of price, the Black pearl is relatively less expensive in French Polynesia than any place in the world, before buying a pearl, it is recommented that you research as you may get more chances for a cheaper prices. To learn more about visit www.tahiti-blackpearls.com