Help Getting Wife Stellar Pearl Necklace

[larry897]

Hi all!

Our 10-year anniversary is coming up and I'm hoping to get my wife a really nice pearl necklace to mark the occasion. Any leads on where I can get some quality pearls? I'm willing to pay for good quality, but it would be nice to get the cheapest price that is available for this quality!

Thanks in advance

 

[seaurchin]

You can get nice, high quality freshwater pearls for far less than any of the saltwater varieties. Would you consider that? Or what is your budget?

 

[seaurchin]

I think Pearl Paradise is a good place to start because they have such a wide variety.

Freshadama Pearl Collection

Exclusive to Pearl Paradise, Freshadama pearls come from the top .01% of freshwater pearls produced today. Freshadama is considered to be the highest grade of Freshwater pearls. Are you the type who can appreciate the subtle differences between good and the best of the best? If so, you will...

www.pearlparadise.com

 

[seaurchin]

Here's a top quality freshwater strand at a nice size. It's a little under $2,000. You could get matching post earrings, maybe a bit larger than the pearls in the strand.

8.5-9.0 mm 18 Inch White Freshadama Freshwater Pearl Necklace

Featuring the highest .01% of the freshwater pearl harvest each year, these strands are exceedingly rare. Each 18 Inch strand has a white body color with subtle overtones and incredible luster. Each pearl is individually knotted on silk, and the strand is finished with a solid, 14-karat gold...

www.pearlparadise.com

10.0-11.0 mm White Freshadama Freshwater Pearl Stud Earrings

These 10.0-10.5 mm one of a kind Freshwater Freshadama pearl stud earrings are by far the best you will find. Featuring the highest .01% of the freshwater pearl harvest each year, these earrings are exceptional and rare. Displaying white body color, subtle overtones, and incredible luster...

www.pearlparadise.com

 

[seaurchin]

Is that anywhere in the neighborhood of what you have in mind or too much, not enough, etc.?

 

[larry897]

Under 2k would be ballpark range. And freshwasher vs saltwater doesn't matter, as long as they sparkle!

 

[pearlsngems]

For a budget under $2,000, high quality freshwaters are the way to go. I second Pearl Paradise as a reliable source, with excellent customer service.
After you settle on the item you want, you can ask them to send you a few photos, and select the one you prefer.

 

[seaurchin]

Here are some Edison pearls.

9.0-11.0 mm White Edison Freshwater Pearl Necklace

Bold and beautiful - that is how we would describe these strands. With high luster on these white hues that are 100% natural, these large, round freshwater pearls are truly unique! Available only in the past few years, Edison pearls represent a recent innovation in the freshwater pearl category...

www.pearlparadise.com

 

[NY_Resonant]

Under 2k would be ballpark range. And freshwasher vs saltwater doesn't matter, as long as they sparkle!

Definitely go freshwater or BAROQUE shaped pearls (Tahitian?) if you are aiming at $2000. Akoya prices have unfortunately gone up a lot.

 

[dk168]

I too would recommend cultured Fresh Water pearls (CFWP) from Pearl Paradise with that budget, lucky lady!

Happy shopping and Happy Anniversary in advance!

DK

 

[pearlsngems]

Think about her taste. Does she prefer classic styles, or is she more free-wheeling in her outfits and jewelry?

I happen to love baroque Tahitians, and prefer them over round white pearls. But my lifestyle is very casual. Some women may not like the baroque look. Also, there are Tahitians and Tahitians. Every baroque Tahitian necklace is unique. Shapes, colors, overtones-- there is much variety. I love some and dislike others.
So that would be a trickier purchase.

Any way you can suss out her preferences, or even involve her in the choice?

 

[seaurchin]

Fwiw I would much rather pick out a jewelry gift together and be sure to get something I really like, especially when it's a significant amount of money. JMO though.

 

[NY_Resonant]

One benefit of Pearl Paradise is the return policy. He can give the gift while saying “If you don’t love it, we can return and exchange for a different piece.”… That way the recipient feels he put thought into picking something out (My wife has pushed back in past when I suggested we pick jewelry together, LOL…Wants to be surprised).

 

[NY_Resonant]

If willing to go the Japan route, something like this is in the 2k budget (barely):

Gorgeous round Tahitian Pearl necklace… no return policy though.

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www.sinju.jp

 

[Snowdrop13]

Has your wife expressed a desire for a pearl strand? If so, that’s great and I agree that PP are an excellent and no risk option. They will do virtual meetings and can show you items to choose from. I’m only asking because I bought a classic strand as my first pearl purchase and I just don’t wear it- too formal, wrong length, pearls too small etc etc- it’s easy to get it wrong!!

 

[katbran]

For 2k you won't find a SS necklace unless you would be happy with a non round strand.
If you want round then I'd consider the Edison strand as they are more likely to be round as opposed to near round or semi round. If you want to consider the Freshadama then I'd call and talk to them and explain you want the roundest strand they have. Get some photos/video of whichever strand you are considering.

PP does have an excellent return policy and I believe they ship quickly. So you could have one of each sent and choose the one you like returning the other.. or both...