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Pearl Color Meanings: What Each Natural Shade Represents
White is the default, but it is not the only option. We keep a few natural black and pink pearls in stock, and people are often surprised they are not dyed. The color comes from the oyster itself, mostly the color of its inner shell, and from whatever minerals happen to be in the water where it grew. Nobody paints them.
Natural Colored Pearls are Extremely Rare
The color of the pearl varies according to the color of the oyster's inner shell and the structure of the nacre layer. For example, pink pearls are usually obtained from oysters with pink nacre, while the extremely rare natural black pearl is produced by black-lipped oysters native to Tahiti. Likewise, the mineral content of the water in which the oyster lives can directly affect the color of the pearl.
Natural colored pearls are much rarer and more valuable than white pearls. Especially natural black pearls and blue pearls are of interest to many collectors.
The Natural Color of Pearls Carries Different Meanings
Apart from the white pearl, which has been a symbol of elegance and purity throughout history, colored pearls also have different meanings. For example, pink pearls symbolize love and tenderness, which makes for a unique style in many jewels. The rare black pearl has historically symbolized mystery and power, while golden pearls are known to symbolize wealth and prosperity.
Ecru Atelier brings these unique and original colors offered by nature to life in its pearl jewelry collection by combining them with timeless designs. Our natural colored pearl collection, each piece carefully prepared, durable and elegant, will be an indispensable part of your collection, as well as a meaningful and unique gift for your loved ones.
