Pearl earrings

Pearls have been used for centuries to create jewelry. There are many different types, from genuine mother-of-pearl pieces to fantasy designs made from a variety of materials. Whatever their characteristics, pearls can be used to create trendy jewelry, appreciated by all women, from young girls to older ladies. Featured on certain earrings, they add a touch of elegance and femininity to the face, revealing its charm. Would you like to add new pieces to your jewelry collection? Discover pearl earrings and the different styles to which they can belong.

The vast world of pearls

They fall into two broad categories.

• Cultured or natural pearls, essentially composed of mother-of-pearl and produced by various species of mollusc, notably oysters and mussels.
• Freshwater pearls come from freshwater mussels found in China. They often have an attractive natural white color, but can also have purple, pink or lavender highlights. Round or sometimes with a button shape, their affordable affordable price make them particularly attractive to those wishing to buy them.
• Akoya pearls, originally from Japan, are round and of the highest quality. AAA-quality Akoya pearl jewelry is a beautiful, high-priced item with a prestigious style.
• Australian and South Sea pearls are the rarest and most expensive. Their exceptional lustre is reminiscent of materials such as silk or satin. Their colors are varied: silvery white, golden, creamy white, pale pink.
• Tahitian and Fijian cultured pearls are distinguished by their original colors: black, silver-gray, green, blue, eggplant… They come in a variety of shapes: round, hooped, baroque or irregular.
• The others, made of various natural or synthetic materials: wood, glass, metal, plastic… The latter are widely used to make costume jewelry. At Nune, we use natural stones to create colorful jewelry. Discover the different pieces offered on the boutique and make your choice according to the gems and minerals that appeal to you!

Different types of jewelry

Delicate and elegant, pearls can be used to enhance a wide range of jewels and materials.

Combined with metals such asgold or silver, they make superb dangling earrings, but also drops, chips or creoles, in classic or innovative designs. If you like long, chic earrings, you’ll love the models adorned with small pearls and chains. This elegant jewelry for women can be matched with brilliant necklaces or bracelets, adorned with stones such as diamonds or zirconium oxide.

Baroque style is all about unconventional shapes, such as teardrop models in alloys like bronze. This style can be enhanced with the addition of other accessories, such as rings adorned with cabochon-cut gemstones.

Placed on studs, they create discreet yet elegant earrings that you can easily wear every day.