Tahitian Pearls

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The only pearl that is naturally black. Grown in French Polynesia, and large — naturally black, grey, green and peacock, with overtones that shift as the light moves.

Strands · knotted on silk

Necklaces

Strung on silk and knotted between each pearl, 16″ to opera length.

From $150shop necklaces→

Studs and drops

Earrings

Studs and drops, set in 14k gold or sterling silver.

From $100shop earrings→

Single pearl in 14K Gold

Pendants

One pearl, set plain or with diamonds.

From $100shop pendants→

Strands · knotted on silk

Bracelets

A single row, sized to the wrist and finished with a clasp.

From $230shop bracelets→

Naturally colored. 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 Tahitian Pearls

Tahitian pearls are the world's only naturally dark pearls, grown in black-lip oysters in the lagoons of French Polynesia. No two are alike: colors range from charcoal and silver to deep green, aubergine and the prized peacock overtone.

Our Tahitian collection includes necklaces, stud and drop earrings, pendants and bracelets from 8mm to 15mm, in 14k gold, 18k gold and sterling silver. Each pearl is hand-selected for luster and graded by a GIA graduate, and its color is natural, never dyed.

Every piece ships with a certificate of authenticity and our 30-day return policy. Discover more in our Tahitian pearl guide.