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Three kinds of black pearl, at three very different prices. Tahitian is black by nature, grown in French Polynesia. Black Akoya brings a deep, even color with blue and green overtones, and black freshwater gives you the look for the least.

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Japan · saltwater

Akoya

Deep black, plain or with blue and green overtones.

From $40Shop Akoya→

French Polynesia

Tahitian

The only naturally black pearl, in black, grey, green and peacock.

From $100Shop Tahitian→

China · freshwater

Freshwater

The most affordable black pearl, in black, peacock and green.

From $35Shop Freshwater→

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Pearl Necklaces

Tahitian, Akoya and freshwater strands, from 6mm to 16mm.

From $80Shop necklaces→

Pearl Earrings

Studs, drops and leverbacks in Tahitian, Akoya and freshwater.

From $35Shop Earrings→

Pearl Pendants

Classic drops and diamond-accented designs, from 7mm to 13mm.

From $50Shop Pendants→

Pearl Bracelets

Akoya and freshwater, from classic rounds to bold baroque.

From $80Shop Bracelets→

Every piece graded and finished in San Francisco. Certificate included, 30-day returns.

Before you choose

Four topics account for almost every question we get on the phone. Reading about them takes ten minutes and will save you far more than that.

GradingHow the grades are setWhat AA+, AAA and Hanadama actually require, and where the thresholds sit.QualityLuster and nacreWhy a thin-nacre pearl looks fine in a photograph and dull in a room.AuthenticityReal against fakeThree tests you can do holding the strand, before you spend anything.ServiceWhat ships with the pieceBox, certificate, appraisal at replacement value, and 30 days to return it.

About Black Pearls

Black pearls are bold, sophisticated and endlessly versatile. They look striking with both evening wear and everyday style, and they pair beautifully with white gold and silver.

Our collection brings together three kinds of black pearl: naturally dark Tahitian pearls, sleek black Akoya pearls and affordable black freshwater pearls. You'll find necklaces, earrings, pendants and bracelets from 6mm to 15mm, for every budget. Each piece is graded by a GIA graduate, and every pearl's origin and treatment is listed on its product page.

Every piece comes with a certificate of authenticity and our 30-day return policy. Not sure which black pearl is right for you? Start with our Tahitian pearls, the natural-color classic.