Tahitian pearl, leather and shell!
Necklace with pure, raw and original design composed of:
-a beautiful piece of asymmetrical abalone shell with beautiful colors.
-A real pearl of Tahiti for the clasp, semi-baroque circled, category C, 10 mm in diameter, pierced on half of its length. Beautiful luster * and beautiful orient **
- Braided dark brown Australian leather (3 strands), braided fastening loop also.
Necklace Length: Choose your size from the drop-down menu.
In order not to damage your natural pearl, you will take care not to put perfume on it.
So that the leather remains beautiful in time and although it will take a nice patina as you wear it, I advise you to grease it from time to time with shea butter or with bees wax.
The jewel will be entirely handmade (drilling of the abalone and Tahitian pearl, rolling precious Australian leather of high quality, fitting). Each pearl and abalone being unique, the jewel pictured will not be the one sent but will get as close as possible:
-In color for abalone, in size and quality for the Tahitian pearl, the color to the nearest.
*The luster of pearls is the measure of the quantity and quality of light that is reflected from the surface of a bead or just below the surface of a bead.
The luster of a pearl of good quality is sharp and bright.
You should almost be able to see your reflection on the surface of a pearl.
A pearl that appears too white, dull or limestone, is of low quality.
**The orient of a pearl is the way in which the prism of natural light breaks up in the depths of a pearl's aragonite layers. This iridescence gives the pearl all of the gloss that is modified by the colors, which range from white to black in tones of cream, pink, blue, peacock green, purple, and golden
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Additional Informations:
The Tahitian pearl is the treasure of the islands of French Polynesia. She has earned its reputation and place in the most prestigious places of the world. The Tahitian pearl comes from a long and magical transformation orchestrated by the nature and the hand of man.
Tahitian pearls are gems that will travel all through a world of magic and beauty, passionately.
The highly iridescent inner nacre layer of the shell of abalone has traditionally been used as a decorative item, in jewelry, buttons, and as inlay in furniture and in musical instruments such as guitars, etc.
Abalone pearl jewelry is very popular in New Zealand and Australia. The inner shell of the abalone is an iridescent swirl of intense colours, ranging from deep cobalt blue and peacock green to purples, creams and pinks. Therefore each pearl, natural or cultured, will have its own unique collage of colours.
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Shipping from France
Processing time
3-4 weeks
Estimated shipping times
- France : 2 - 5 business days
- North America : 7 - 20 business days
- Europe : 3 - 15 business days
- Australia, New Zealand and Oceania : 20 - 30 business days
I'll do my best to meet these shipping estimates, but can't guarantee them. Actual delivery time will depend on the shipping method you choose.
Customs and import taxes
Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.
Payment Options
Returns & Exchanges
I gladly accept returns and exchanges
Just contact me within: 14 days of delivery
Ship items back to me within: 30 days of delivery
I don't accept cancellations
But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
- Custom or personalized orders
- Perishable products (like food or flowers)
- Digital downloads
- Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
Conditions of return
Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value.
Frequently Asked Questions
Maintenance instructions
Pearls :
To keep all your Tahitian cultured pearls shine, wear them as often as possible!
Avoid contact with chemicals such as perfume, bleach, shampoos, etc.
Highly resistant, Tahitian pearls can get scratched by abrasive objects / materials.
They are cleaned with a soft cloth, they can be rubbed with olive oil.
If you store them for a long time, place a small container of water at their side, so that they are always hydrated.
Leather :
You can grease it with: shea butter, natural bees wax for leather, olive oil.
When it becomes dry and hard, feed it quickly.
Can I bathe / shower with my jewel (pearl (s) and leather)?
Yes, you can wear your necklace in the shower, in the sea ... avoid if possible in very very chlorinated pools! Whatever water you go into (sea, shower or swimming pool), there is no problem but remember to rinse the pearl (s) and the leather under fresh water afterwards, wipe it / them with a soft cloth then and regularly oil the leather.
How to recognize a real pearl from a fake?
-The temperature: the fancy pearl takes the ambient temperature while the true cultured pearl of Tahiti, Australia ... will always be a little cooler. Put it under your nose and realize!
- The weight: the false pearl is often lighter while the real pearl is quite heavy.
- The texture: the fantasy is all smooth while the cultured pearl is rough. By rubbing two pearls against them, we can determine its texture. You can also put it on your teeth!
- The shape: the false pearls are all identical whereas the real pearls are unique by their peculiarities!
-The quality: the fantasy is flammable while the real pearl is not.
Custom and personalized orders
I often make custom and personalized jewelry. Give me your measurements (neck, wrist, ankle) and a little more time to realize your jewel.
I am open to your proposals of creations, tell me your desires and we will develop the design of the jewel.
I can make you choose on photos your future pearls if you wish.
What means the pearls classification ?
The classification concerning the surface quality of cultured pearls of Tahiti is:
Category A: Pearl with at most one imperfection or group of light imperfections concentrated on not more than 10% of its surface. Very beautiful luster.
Category B: Pearl with some slight imperfections concentrated on at most 30% of its surface. Chandelier beautiful or medium.
Category C: Pearl with slight imperfections concentrated on not more than 60% of its surface. Medium chandelier.
Category D: Pearls with either slight imperfections on more than 60% of the surface, without deep imperfections, or light and deep imperfections concentrated on not more than 60% of its surface. Luster weak.
What mean the luster and orient of a pearl?
The luster of a pearl is the measure of the quantity and quality of light that is reflected by the surface of a pearl or just under the surface of a pearl. The more your reflection in the pearl is sharp, the higher the luster.
The luster of a pearl of good quality is clear and bright. A pearl that appears too white, dull or limestone, is of low quality.
The orient of a pearl is the way in which the prism of natural light breaks down in the depths of a pearl's aragonite layers. This iridescence gives the pearl all the brilliance that will be sublimated by reflections of colors that go from white to black in shades of cream, pink, blue, peacock green, purple and gold.
Reviews (3)
Average:
Oct 29, 2023
Great necklace and service … thanks!
Gerville Larsen
Aug 4, 2020
Der beste Service den ich je erlebt habe. Toll!
Jennifer Vogt
Dec 30, 2019
This necklace is gorgeous! Beautifully crafted with high quality leather, a stunning abalone shell and a lovely Tahitian pearl clasp. I highly recommend PerlaMundi! Thank you Sophie 😘
Judy