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1.16 Ct. Cream with Silver Overtone Akoya Pearl from China
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Item ID: | K32497 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 5.38 Width: 5.53 Height: 5.28 |
Weight: | 1.16 Ct. |
Color: help | Cream with Silver Overtone |
Color intensity: help | N/A |
Clarity: help | N/A |
Shape: help | Round |
Cut: | Mixed Brilliant Cut |
Cutting style: | N/A |
Enhancements: help | Luster Enhancement |
Origin: help | China |
Per carat price: help | $40 |
One beautiful 1.16 carat round shape cream with silver overtone akoya pearl is presented by The Natural Gemstone Company, with dimensions 5.38 x 5.53 x 5.28 mm. The specimen displays a mixed brilliant cut and an excellent polish, offering a clean surface and a reflective nacre that emphasizes the pearl character. Color intensity is not applicable for this item, and enhancement is listed as luster enhancement, applied to improve surface sheen and light return. Origin is China, and the combination of weight, near perfect roundness, and reflective quality places this pearl among versatile options for single stone pendants, studs, or minimalist rings. Photographs included illustrate scale and potential setting styles, showing a consistent cream body color with a subtle silver overtone that reads distinctly in natural and diffused lighting, and a surface that responds well to directional light due to the excellent polish.
On the Mohs scale, natural pearls typically register between 2.5 and 4.5, and this akoya pearl is consistent with that range, which indicates a comparatively low hardness relative to common faceted gemstones. For context, diamond is Mohs 10, corundum including sapphire and ruby is Mohs 9, and quartz is Mohs 7, therefore pearls require more careful handling to avoid abrasion and scratching. Durability can be effectively managed through appropriate setting and care, such as selecting a protective bezel or low profile mount to shield the surface, avoiding contact with abrasive materials, and refraining from ultrasonic or steam cleaning. Cosmetic products, acids, and prolonged exposure to heat can affect nacre and any surface enhancements, therefore routine maintenance should be limited to gentle cleaning with a soft cloth and mild soapy water, followed by immediate drying. When set and maintained with these considerations in mind, this well polished akoya pearl offers enduring beauty and a refined aesthetic, suitable for both classic and contemporary jewelry designs.
