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Tahitian pearl ear studs “Bora Bora”

$394

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Description

Sumptuous pair of ear studs from the 70s in 18-carat gold, set with imposing Tahitian pearls in a deep anthracite gray, with a silver orient. An elegant pair, perfect to wear alone or layered on a daily basis.
Bead diameter: 0.8cm
Weight: 3.8g
Hallmark Gold 750
This unique piece had a previous life in Italy.
The story: Taking its name from the tropical island of French Polynesia, the Tahitian pearl (Pinctada margaritifera) is undoubtedly the most coveted of all pearls. However, it was not until 1845 that Europeans discovered it. This success is explained first of all by the marked contrast between its gray or black base color, and its orient (that is to say its reflections) silver or iridescent. In addition, the formation time of a pearl contributes to its preciousness since it  usually takes 4 to 5 years to form a Tahitian pearl.