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Black pearl jewelry is the ultimate gift of love and romance. It is an excellent addition to any outfit to make a whole look classic, elegant, stunning and stylish. It is a timeless piece most women and celebrities prefer. Black pearls are adored for its luster, richness and uniqueness.

Black pearl is rare tinted pearl that is naturally black in color. It is produced by Pinctada Margaritifera. The Pinctada Margaritifera is a salt water pearl oyster that grows up to the size of a dinner plate. The pearl produced is black because of the black pigment that the oyster secretes. Black pearl is frequently referred to as Black Tahitian Pearls because the pearl oyster that produces it can only be found in Tahitian and French Polynesian Islands in the South Pacific Ocean.

Pinctada Margaritifera rarely produces pearls and white pearl oysters rarely produce naturally black pearls, so black pearl is really extraordinary. Pinctada Margaritifera cannot be cultured because it is very sensitive to changing climate, ocean condition and cannot survive the culturing process.

Black pearl jewelry has been worn or used since ancient Asian history. At the time, large black pearl jewelry is worn by the ruler or emperor. It was used as the official symbol of the legitimate ruler. If the ruler wears the right piece of black pearl jewelry, he will be regarded as the divine emperor.

Black pearl jewelry was also believed in the paradise islands of French Polynesia as the symbol of renewal and hope for humanity. The native tribes believed that it could harness the magical colors of the rainbow after a storm.

Apart from amulets, black pearl jewelry is worn by enchanters in Europe because they believed that it would bring them good luck. The soothsayers gazed into the waves of swirling colors in the back pearl jewelry. Healers also use it for extra help with their spells to cure the sick.

Women who are classy and stylish prefer black pearl because of its luster, richness and uniqueness. Second to the white pearls in popularity, it can also be made into fashionable necklaces, earrings and rings. Black pearls are naturally eye-catching and can be worn with casual and dressy attire.

Black pearl jewelry makes a perfect accessory to any wardrobe to make it look classic, stunning and elegant. It is usually made with white gold or platinum to offset the luxurious look. But some prefer it with a yellow gold setting, while others like it better with silver.

Some tips to guide you in purchasing black pearl jewelry:

1. Color: Know the exact color you want for a black pearl because not all of them are black. Some are gray, blue, deep purple, peacock green, etc.

2. Size: The larger the pearl, the rare and the more valuable it is. Black pearls are often larger than other pearls. Black pearls start at 8 millimeters and average about 10 to 11 millimeters while other pearls range from 4 to 7 millimeters.

3. Iridescence: The property of the black pearls surface which appear to change color as the angle of view changes is called iridescence or orient. To check it, rotate the pearl and check for a shimmer of greenish black and blue orient. This is caused by the overlapping of successive layers that break up light falling on the surface.

4. Luster: Check the nacre to see the mirror effect of the pearl. This is what we refer to as luster. The higher the mirror effect, the better the pearl because the thicker its layers are. If the nacre looks dull and fuzzy, it is thin and will wear off quickly.

5. Shape: Black pearls come in different shapes such as pear, rice and baroque which are very similar to white pearls. A perfectly round shape of the black pearl is the most prized shape.

6. Surface: Check the surface of the pearl. Make sure that there is no pitting or chip. The black pearls surface must be thoroughly smooth.