Among the world’s 8,000 species of mollusk, only about 20 produce pearls. Found in rivers and seas from Scotland to French Polynesia, these shell fish yield gems in more flavours than you’ll find in a spice rack.
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All The Different Types Of Pearls You Need To Know
Akoya
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The classic white cultured pearl can be found in many a family jewelry box. Photo: Getty
Abalone
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An iridescent, baroque-shaped natural pearl, from the abalone sea snail. Photo: Getty
Golden South Sea
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These Are All the Different Types of Pearls
A golden-lipped oyster produces a pearl whose color ranges from champagne to deep yellow; these are rarer than gold. Photo: Getty
White South Sea
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These satiny pearls come from the warm waters of Australia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. Photo: Getty
Black
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Closely associated with Tahiti, these treasures were once coveted by Queen Elizabeth I. Photo: Getty
Melo
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The melo melo sea snail produces this papaya-hued pearl, prized for its flamelike appearance. Photo: Getty
Conch
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Exceptionally rare pink pearls made of a porcelaneous (non-nacreous) material. Photo: Getty
Baroque
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Its irregular, non-spherical shape is much sought after by connoisseurs. Photo: Getty
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