Global Gemology
6.90 ct. Natural Pink Conch Pearl Pendant in 14K White Gold
6.90 ct. Natural Pink Conch Pearl Pendant in 14K White Gold
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ABOUT THE ITEM
Conch pearls are among the rarest gems in the world.
A conch is a medium to large-sized marine gastropod from the Strombidae family, known as the Lobatus Gigas (formerly known as Strombus Gigas), or Queen Conch. They are found off the coast of the Bahamas, Florida Keys, Caribbean Islands and Bermuda where they're harvested for their delicious meat. Popular conch dishes include conch fritters, conch salad, and conch chowder.
Statistically, only 1 in 10,000 to 15,000 conchs will produce any kind of pearl. Of those, only 1 in 100,000 to 150,000 yields a gem-quality pearl suitable for jewelry. Talk about rare!
Unlike traditional pearls, conch pearls are non-nacreous and have a porcelaneous luster. Their most prized feature is their elusive flame structure — a silky, flame-like visual effect caused by chatoyancy, that appears to shimmer across the surface. Conch pearls are typically small (under 3mm), and those exceeding 10mm in pink to red hues with visible flame are considered extraordinary.
This exquisite pendant showcases a completely natural conch pearl weighing a substantial 6.90 carats, with measurements of approximately 11.20 x 9.60 x 9.00mm. The pearl exhibits a stunning Sakura pink color — delicate, feminine, and highly desirable. It is elegantly set in a classic 14 karat white gold solitaire setting, allowing the rare beauty of the pearl to take center stage.
| ITEM DETAILS | |
| Metal: | 14K White Gold |
| Gross Weight: | 2.2 grams |
| Condition: | New |
| PEARL DETAILS | |
| Quantity: | 1 |
| Type: | Conch |
| Mollusk: | Lobatus Gigas (Conch) |
| Nature: | Natural |
| Environment: | Saltwater |
| Size: | 11.20 x 9.60 x 9.00mm |
| Shape: | Semi-Baroque |
| Color: | Pink, Natural |
| Luster: | Porcelaneous |
| Phenomenon: | N/A |
| Treatments: | None |
| Carat Weight: | 6.90 ct. |
All gems and jewelry items have been evaluated inside our NAJA Accredited and AGA Certified Gemological Laboratory, owned and operated by The World's Most Credentialed Jewelry Appraiser™, Scott Papper.
Scott's professional designations include GIA Graduate Gemologist, NAJA Certified Master Appraiser, ASA Accredited Senior Appraiser, ISG Registered Gemologist Appraiser, and AGA Accredited Senior Gemologist, to name only a handful. Scott is a fourth generation gem and jewelry professional with experience as an independent appraiser, review appraiser, gemologist, pawnbroker, jewelry buyer, broker, and expert witness. He is recognized as an expert and has provided testimony in multiple courts of law. In addition to providing appraisal services for private clients and those within the trade, he assists with the valuation of jewelry and watches seized by federal law enforcement agencies, including the U.S. Secret Service (USSS), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG).
We guarantee this item to be as described and pictured or we will refund 100% of your purchase price plus return shipping. However, we do not accept buyer's remorse returns, so please ask any questions you have before purchasing the item.
