Are Tahitian pearls always black?

No. Tahitian pearls are known for naturally dark body colors, but individual pearls can appear grey, green, blue, aubergine, bronze or show peacock-like combinations depending on overtone and lighting.

What makes Tahitian pearls different from Akoya pearls?

Tahitian pearls are known for naturally dark colors and generally stronger color variation, while Akoya pearls are more closely associated with classic white or cream colors, round profiles and bright luster.

Does a peacock overtone automatically mean a higher grade?

No. Color and overtone can affect rarity and desirability, but grade should also consider luster, surface, shape, nacre and matching.

What should I compare when buying Tahitian pearl jewelry?

Compare pearl size, body color, overtone, luster, surface, shape, matching, metal and the exact product variant shown.

Tahitian Cultured Pearls & Pearl Jewelry

14K Yellow Gold 9–10mm Round Black Tahitian Cultured Pearl Pendant and Stud Earring Set

14K Yellow Gold 9.0-10.0mm AAA Quality Round Black Tahitian Cultured Pearl Pendant and Stud Earrings Set

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~~Regular price $386.00~~ Save $77

9–10mm Light Grey Tahitian Cultured Pearl Yellow-Gold-Flashed Silver Pendant

9.0-10.0 mm Elegant Light Grey Tahitian Cultured Pearl Yellow-gold-flashed-silver Pendant, Pendant Only

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14K White Gold 9–10mm Round Black Tahitian Cultured Pearl Pendant

9–10mm Black Tahitian Pearl Pendant, 14K White Gold

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~~Regular price $186.00~~ Save $37

14K Yellow Gold 4–5mm White Freshwater and 11–12mm Tahitian Cultured Pearl Necklace, 16"

14K Yellow Gold 11–12mm Tahitian & 4–5mm White Freshwater Cultured Pearl Necklace — 16–20 in

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11–12mm Light Grey Tahitian Cultured Pearl Gold-Flashed Silver Pendant

11.0-12.0 mm Elegant Light Grey Tahitian Cultured Pearl Yellow-gold-flashed-silver Pendant, Pendant Only

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14K White Gold 11–12mm Dark Grey Tahitian Cultured Pearl Stud Earrings

11–12mm AAA Tahitian Pearl Stud Earrings

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14K Yellow Gold 4–5mm Freshwater and 11–12mm Tahitian Cultured Pearl Necklace, 16", and Earring Set

14K Yellow Gold Tahitian & Freshwater Cultured Pearl Necklace and Earrings Set — 16–20 in

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14K Yellow Gold 10–11mm Dark Grey Tahitian Cultured Pearl Stud Earrings

14K Yellow Gold 10-11mm Elegant Dark Grey Tahitian Cultured Pearl Stud Earrings - AAA Quality

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14K White Gold 8–9mm Dark Grey Tahitian Cultured Pearl Stud Earrings

8–9mm Dark Grey Tahitian Pearl Stud Earrings — 14K Gold

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~~Regular price $199.00~~ Save $40

14K Yellow Gold 9–10mm Pear-Shaped Black Tahitian Cultured Pearl Pendant and Leverback Earring Set

14K Yellow Gold 9.0-10.0mm Pear Black Tahitian Cultured Pearl Pendant and Lever-Back Earrings Set-02

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~~Regular price $336.00~~ Save $67

14K Yellow Gold 8–9mm Pear-Shaped Black Tahitian Cultured Pearl Pendant and Leverback Earring Set

8–9mm Black Tahitian Pearl Pendant & Lever-Back Earrings Set

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~~Regular price $336.00~~ Save $67

9–10mm Dark Grey Tahitian Cultured Pearl Yellow-Gold-Flashed Silver Pendant

9.0-10.0 mm Elegant Dark Grey Tahitian Cultured Pearl Yellow-gold-flashed-silver Pendant, Pendant Only

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14K Yellow Gold 9–10mm Round Black Tahitian Cultured Pearl Pendant and Leverback Earring Set

14K Yellow Gold 9.0-10.0mm AAA Round Black Tahitian Cultured Pearl Pendant and Lever-Back Earrings Set-01

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~~Regular price $1,488.00~~ Save $298

14K White Gold 9–9.5mm Grey Tahitian Cultured Pearl Pendant

14K White Gold 9.0-9.5mm AAA Quality Grey Tahitian Cultured Pearl Pendant, Pendant Only

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~~Regular price $124.00~~ Save $25

14K Yellow Gold 9.0-10.0mm AAA Round Black Tahitian Cultured Pearl Pendant and Lever-Back Earrings Set-02

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~~Regular price $449.00~~ Save $90

11–12mm Baroque Tahitian Cultured Pearl Lever-Back Earrings

11-12mm High Luster Baroque Tahitian Cultured Pearl Lever-Back Earrings

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~~Regular price $186.00~~ Save $37

10–11mm High Luster Baroque Tahiti Cultured Pearl Lever-Back Earrings

10-11mm High Luster Baroque Tahitian Cultured Pearl Lever-Back Earrings

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~~Regular price $149.00~~ Save $30

14K Yellow Gold 10–11mm Baroque Tahitian Cultured Pearl Dangle Earrings

14K Yellow Gold 10.0-11.0mm High Luster Baroque Tahitian Cultured Pearl Dangle Earrings

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14K Yellow Gold 11–12mm Baroque Tahitian Cultured Pearl Dangle Earrings

14K Yellow Gold 11.0-12.0mm High Luster Baroque Tahitian Cultured Pearl Dangle Earrings

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10–13mm 14K Gold Baroque Tahitian Cultured Pearl Leather Necklace, 20"

14K Gold 10–13mm Baroque Tahitian Cultured Pearl Leather Necklace — 18–20 in

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~~Regular price $111.00~~ Save $22

14K Yellow Gold 10-11mm Black Baroque Tahitian Cultured Pearl Lever-Back Earrings

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Dark Tahitian circle baroque pearl necklace with open ends and no clasp

8-10mm Dark Tahitian South Sea Circle - Baroque Pearl Necklace

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