12mm+ fine grade South Sea pearl, Australia

This 14.1/13.83/13.82mm , fine grade, natural colour and luster, bead cultured South Sea pearl trio was harvested in Australia . It features excellent lustre , lightly blemished surface , and very good nacre . Tahitian pearls are harvested from Pinctada margaritiferal oysters grown in semi-enclosed lagoons. Responsible oyster collecting and hatchery technology contribute to make the sector non-extractive. Waste and resource management are crucial to ensure quality pearls can continue to be harvested in those ecosystems and provide livelihood opportunities to communities living in often isolated areas. The sector follows strict protocols described in French Polynesia department of Fisheries code of practice, making our supplier sustainable.