Three-Part Melody Lively Subtle Luxury Personalized Minimalist 6-6.5mm Freshwater Natural Pearl Earrings 18K Yellow Gold

These "Three-Part Melody" earrings embody a minimalist design, harmonizing the gentle beauty of pearls with the clean lines of geometry. Featuring high-quality freshwater pearls, each approximately 6mm-6.5mm in diameter, paired with a straight 18K gold ear hook design. The three pearls are like distinct musical notes, arranged along your ear, gently swaying with a subtle rhythm and understated elegance that draws the eye. These earrings are particularly suited for those who appreciate modern simplicity yet desire a touch of soft texture. They can be worn singly on one ear or as a symmetrical pair, offering a different facet of subtle luxury. [As we are a factory that produces pearls and crafts our own jewelry, all pearl sizes are produced in limited quantities. Because pearls require time to harvest, and cultivation conditions can affect yields, certain sizes may be temporarily out of stock. Therefore, some styles may experience temporary shortages. Please inquire about availability before placing an order.] Our pearls, depending on the variety, are sourced from two major regions, Japan and China. All are then meticulously processed in professional Chinese jewelry workshops, ensuring stable quality, exquisite craftsmanship, and the perfect display of the pearls' natural luster and charm. 🔹 Japanese Origin | Akoya (Akoya) Saltwater Pearls, True Black Pearls Akoya pearls are the most iconic type of saltwater cultured pearl, primarily farmed in regions of Japan such as Mie, Kumamoto, and Ehime, with the Seto Inland Sea coast being particularly renowned. Akoya pearls are cultivated within the **Pinctada fucata** oyster. Due to the oyster's small size, each shell can only produce one pearl, requiring approximately 3 years of dedicated cultivation, resulting in relatively scarce yields and consequently, higher quality and price. Akoya pearls are nucleated, exhibiting exceptional roundness and a cool, brilliant luster, earning them the nickname "little light bulbs" in the pearl world, highly favored by the fine jewelry industry. Their surfaces often display the natural "orange peel" texture. Opting for a special grade (e.g., with a Japanese certificate) ensures near-flawless surfaces and enhanced luminosity. Colors range from Sakura pink, snow white, blue-pink, cool blue, aurora gold, and Queen color, including the rare True Black series, a variation with a natural purplish-pink undertone, beloved by collectors. 🔹 Chinese Origin | Freshwater Cultured Pearls China is the world's largest producer of freshwater pearls, with production concentrated in Zhejiang, Hunan, Jiangsu, and Anhui. Freshwater pearls are primarily cultivated in large mussels such as the Hyriopsis cumingii. A single mussel can yield dozens of pearls simultaneously, far exceeding the output of saltwater pearls. In the past decade, with significant upgrades in cultivation techniques and selection standards, high-quality freshwater pearls now rival Akoya pearls in roundness, nacre compactness, and luster. Although nucleated cultivation is employed, top-grade freshwater pearls can achieve near-perfect roundness, a warm and transparent luster, and a strong surface glow, all at a more accessible price point, making them a highly cost-effective choice for everyday wear and designer jewelry. Whether you choose Akoya saltwater pearls or Chinese freshwater pearls, all items are crafted in our Chinese processing workshops, ensuring that every piece meets jewelry-grade standards from raw material to intricate details, adding elegant sophistication to your daily life. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54586131810_8f2fee49cc_b.jpg (Pearl Grading Guide: The highlighted sections can serve as reference standards for the pearls in our store) https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54586035868_cf01f90df0_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54585793436_ddd2e63e51_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54585797431_701d282b24_b.jpg 💡 Wearing & Care Suggestions ・Avoid contact between pearls and perfumes or alcohol-based chemicals. ・After daily wear, it is recommended to gently wipe with a soft cloth. ・Store separately to prevent the pearl surface from scratching against hard objects. 📦 **Process Description:** After you place an order, we will order from our overseas manufacturers, begin selecting stones and production, and then ship to Taiwan. As the factory is located overseas, production and logistics will take approximately 7 days. 💖 Follow us for the latest gemstone information. 📌 Pinkoi store for new arrivals. 💌 Please message us to discuss custom orders for specific colors or types of gemstones. Unsure whether to choose freshwater or Akoya pearls? Here's a comparison: 1. Origin & Cultivation Akoya Pearls: Akoya pearls are saltwater cultured pearls, primarily from Japan, but also cultivated in Vietnam and China. They are produced within the Akoya pearl oyster and require a marine environment with high salinity and complex currents. Typically, one oyster yields only one pearl. The cultivation cycle for Akoya is relatively long, about 3-5 years. Akoya's annual yield is low, accounting for about 10% of global pearl production (total saltwater pearls). Akoya was the first commercially produced saltwater cultured pearl, beginning in the early 1900s. Saltwater cultured pearls (including Akoya) are usually nucleated, with a spherical bead core inserted into the oyster. Freshwater Pearls: Freshwater pearls are cultured in freshwater environments like lakes and rivers, mainly in the Yangtze River basin in China, such as Zhejiang, Hunan, and Jiangsu. The primary host oyster for freshwater pearls is the Hyriopsis cumingii. The water quality in their growth environment is stable and controllable. One oyster can yield 10-40 or even 30-50 pearls. Most freshwater pearls form naturally within the oyster without a bead core (primarily beadless cultivation), which leads to less regular shapes. The cultivation cycle for freshwater pearls is relatively short, about 1-3 years. Freshwater pearls account for the vast majority of global pearl production, about 95%. Nucleated freshwater pearls are also known as "Edison" pearls. Natural pearls and beadless cultured pearls are almost entirely composed of nacre. 2. Appearance - Shape & Size Shape: Due to the insertion of a spherical bead core during cultivation and a relatively thin nacre layer that helps maintain roundness, Akoya pearls typically achieve a very round shape with a high roundness rate. Over 90% of high-quality Akoya pearls are near-perfectly round. The roundness of Akoya pearls consumers encounter is usually good. Freshwater cultured pearls (mainly beadless) form naturally without a bead core, making their shapes more prone to being oval or irregular. Over 80% of freshwater pearls on the market are oval, flattened oval, or baroque shaped, with a lower proportion of perfectly round ones. Because they are beadless, perfectly round freshwater pearls are extremely rare; near-round is considered the highest roundness grade. Nucleated freshwater pearls (Edison pearls) are similar in size to saltwater pearls but have lower roundness. Size: Akoya pearls are smaller, with commercially produced pearls typically ranging from 6-9mm, commonly 6-8mm or 5-8mm. 8mm is considered a good size, with the largest Akoya reaching 10-11mm. The larger the size of an Akoya pearl, the more precious it is. Even a difference of 1mm, for example, between 7-8mm and 8-9mm Akoya pearls, can significantly impact the price. The diameter of freshwater cultured pearls usually ranges from 5-12mm. Nucleated freshwater pearls (Edison pearls) can reach sizes of 12-20mm. South Sea pearls are typically found in the 10-16mm range, with those exceeding 16mm being relatively rare and precious. 3. Appearance - Color The body color of Akoya pearls is mainly white. Common overtones include pink, light blue-green, and light yellow-green, with pink being the most popular. Akoya also come in blue tones (like True Black) and yellow tones (like Aurora Queen, Aurora Gold). Saltwater pearls (including Akoya) do not come in purple. Pearl colors originate from minerals or natural pigments secreted by the oyster. The colors of freshwater cultured pearls are mainly white, pink, and light purple. Purple is a unique color for freshwater pearls, derived from carotenoids in the Hyriopsis cumingii. Nucleated freshwater pearls (Edison pearls) can exhibit deep purple or bronze colors. Freshwater pearls do not come in pure black or deep gold. Some colors may be treated through bleaching or dyeing. 4. Appearance - Luster Pearl luster is a crucial factor in determining quality, even considered its soul. Luster is related to the thickness and quality of the nacre. The stronger the luster, the more precious and expensive the pearl. Luster is the most important value factor for pearls. Akoya pearls are known for their exceptionally high and beautiful luster, earning them the nickname "little light bulbs of the world." Their luster is strong, producing sharp reflections and clear imaging. In top-quality comparisons, Akoya's mirror-like luster can reach levels higher than South Sea pearls. High-quality specimens can reflect a person's face. The luster of freshwater cultured pearls is relatively softer, predominantly diffuse reflection, smooth like silk. Some high-quality freshwater pearls can achieve good luster, reaching 70%-80% of saltwater pearls. Certain high-grade freshwater pearls can achieve "super strong luster." Freshwater pearls have a shallower luster and weaker refractive effect. GUILD classifies pearl luster into four grades: Very Good, Good, Fair, and Poor. 5. Appearance - Surface Quality Naturally formed pearls usually have minor surface imperfections. The fewer imperfections a pearl has, the higher its quality. Perfectly flawless pearls are extremely rare and very expensive. Akoya pearls have a higher surface smoothness, with imperfections mostly being tiny pinpricks. The surface of freshwater pearls may show growth lines such as spiral patterns or depressions. Surface quality is divided into four grades: Very Good (near flawless), Good (minor flaws), Fair (moderate flaws), and Poor (numerous flaws). Imperfection level is one of the factors in judging pearl quality. 6. Physical Characteristics - Nacre Thickness & Durability Nacre thickness is an important factor in assessing the quality of nucleated cultured pearls. Nacre thickness affects the beauty and durability of the pearl. Nacre that is too thin can impact luster, and abrasion may cause it to lose its shine or even peel. Akoya pearls have a relatively thin nacre layer compared to other types of saltwater cultured pearls, typically between 0.15mm and 0.55mm. 0.5mm is considered a thick nacre for Akoya. According to GUILD standards, Akoya with a nacre thickness greater than 0.4mm is considered higher quality. Akoya are most sensitive to nacre thickness. Akoya's thinner nacre layer helps them achieve a more spherical shape. The nacre thickness of freshwater cultured pearls (mainly beadless) is usually 0.3 to 0.8mm. The internal structure of beadless freshwater pearls is almost entirely composed of nacre. Long-term wear of freshwater pearls may cause them to gradually lose luster due to friction, resulting in a relatively shorter lifespan. Nucleated freshwater pearls (Edison) have thicker nacre, ranging from 0.8-3mm. Overall, saltwater pearls have thicker nacre and a longer lifespan. The nacre of saltwater pearls (such as South Sea and Tahitian pearls) typically ranges from 0.8-3mm, with South Sea pearls having nacre up to 2mm, which is 60 to 100 times thicker than Akoya. 7. Daily Wear & Suitability Akoya pearls, with their high luster, roundness, and classic white tones, are a very popular choice for everyday wear. They are suitable for versatile necklace styles that exude elegance, sophistication, and classic charm. They are also appropriate for formal occasions, weddings, and business gifts. Freshwater cultured pearls, due to their accessible price (thanks to China's large production volume and cultivation methods) and diverse colors (especially baroque shapes), are a popular choice for daily commuting and casual wear. High-quality freshwater pearls (super strong luster, near-round, very few flaws) are visually similar to saltwater pearls to the naked eye, offering excellent value and being highly suitable for everyday wear. They are ideal for students, young professionals, or baroque pearl enthusiasts. If you have a limited budget and primarily wear pearls daily, high-quality freshwater pearls are an excellent option. From a purely functional perspective, there is very little difference in the wearing experience between high-quality freshwater pearls and saltwater pearls.