Did you know that Black Pearls are only called black because they come from a black lipped oyster shell (Pinctada Margaritifera) Black Pearls come in a vast array of colours and should last for three generations depending on how it is cared for. Never spray perfume onto your pearl as this will eat away the surface.

A nucleus and mantle is inserted into the gonad: female organ of the oyster, and then hung on a line called a Chaplet with about ten other shells. The chaplet is regularly removed from the water and the outside of the shell chipped to remove sea life which attaches itself during the 18 to 24 month growing time of the pearl. This keeps the shell in good health which is very important with regard to the end product. There are many different shapes but as a rule they fit into six categories

Choosing a piece of Black Pearl Jewellery is very much up to your personal taste. Quality and value depend on factures such as Size, Colour, Shape, Lustre, Orient and Surface markings. Remember when choosing a piece it’s really what strikes your eye that counts.  At “FISHERS BLACK PEARL JEWELLERY” (located next to the police station in the main town) we strive to bring the best out of our Black Pearls by creating beautiful jewellery to suit all tastes for both men and woman. Bring in your Black Pearl and have us make something beautiful for you to wear. Prices start from as low as $25. We have a large variety of ready to ware Black Pearl Jewellery, using Black Pearls form our family farms, just waiting for you to come and view. Have a great flight and we look forward to meeting you here on the beautiful island of Rarotonga.