• surface characteristics - tahitian pearls

    Pearl – Natural, Rough, Gray

    If you look closely, you'll see that some of these pearls show surface imperfections like dimples or blemishes. Photo by Liz Saldaña. Licensed under CC By 2.0.

    Article: Tahitian Pearls: Beautiful Black Pearls

    Credit: Liz Saldaña

    GemstonePearl
    Natural or man madeNatural
    Gem StateRough
    ColorGray
    TransparencyOpaque