What makes black pearls black?
A pearl is created when a piece of rock or sand becomes embedded inside an oyster. The oyster creates a shiny layer called nacre around the particle. Over time, the nacre thickens to form a pearl. Black pearls are a rare beauty, treasured for their uniqueness, luster and color.CreationThe black pearl comes from the Black-lipped oyster (the Pinctada Margueritafera). This oyster has black edges which give the pearl its color. The pearl grows inside the shell for two to five years before being harvested.TypesThe name “black pearl” is typically used to describe naturally occurring, dark pearls. These pearls can range in color from black and silver to green.RarityA high demand for the Black-lipped oyster shell has led to over-fishing. According to The Center for Tropical and Subtropical Aquaculture, “Many areas of the Indo-Pacific have very low populations of Black-lip pearl oysters today.”Legend and symbolizmThe Black Moon Pearl website says that according to Polynesian legend, “The black
