Freshwater Pearls vs Sea Pearls (Akoya Pearls)

Many people get confused about the difference between freshwater pearls and sea pearls, specifically Japanese Akoya Pearls. Obviously, we know the water is different, but what about the features of these pearls? Here we will look at the difference between these to pearls and how you can tell them apart.

[nishattasnimmaisha]

The pearls were compared on white background. Please zoom in and use a contrasting background

[jonpaul]

I find this to be very informative. Thank you!

[edharding]

excellent, thanks for educating me - spent ages this evening looking for an explanation between the two!

[conniead]

You forgot South Sea and Tahitian sea water pearls. The Japanese are not the only source of sea water pearls. The others generally have more color variety and they are often not round. One is admired for its flaws. I have a necklace of South Sea pearls that are kind of golden. I forget what they call the shade.

[KyllonenLuxury]

He have added a link to our blog which has a better photo of luster between the two pearls as well as some additional info.

[gabriellaarango]

Yor short tutorial was
One observation …. When you placed the Akoya and FW pearl side by side to see the difference in color and
Luster, the white cloth did not allow to see much !!!! You need a different color cloth to be able to see better the contrast and difference … this is only a suggestion..🤔☀️🌎

[ViewsFromX]

Hello James, thank you for all your videos, I learn so much. I just Purchased my first order of fresh water pearls from China. Getting the business started.

[reginanovy]

Thank you for this video. I just purchased a Mikimoto Akoya Pearl bracelet and the lustre is amazing. 💕😊

[katharinatrub]

Efficiant and interesting content. Thank you!

[morganharrell]

Hi James: great video, thank you for explaining the difference.

[abhiam]

I like the way you talk than those pearls which can't be even seen.

[kimberlyberlin]

I'm still confused as to which pearls to purchase. I've read that the freshwater pearl is more durable as well as cheaper and you can get a gem quality freshwater pearl. However, I love luster and am a mature woman so I would love akoyas.

[ms.rickie]

It was a really good video, and I learned something. This is only a suggestion… I really wish you would’ve showed those pearls on a black background and zoomed in a little closer. Other than that, it was a very good Informative video. Thank you.

[grcfrank]

It’s always great to find something I don’t know.

[ellisbae]

The information was great a darker towel to show pearls better recommended

[YuetingWang]

Hi, your content is well-concluded.Thanks a lot!

[dianadorantes]

You didn't talk about the Edison pearl.

[lediramrazatlab]

I have sn oval shape pearl
I dont know wether its real peall because its strange in shape, I ussuslly see round pearls.
Is it possible to have oval pearls?

[Fluffandfeather]

I found this video very helpful thank you x

[naomiweida]

Thank you, I am looking to getting a pearl as my wedding ring.