Tensei Pearl Quality Standards | Tensei Pearl

Judging the beauty of each pearl as a whole.

At Tensei Pearl, we sort pearls by considering luster, nacre thickness, color, surface quality, shape and rensō together. We especially value luster and nacre thickness, and do not judge by few blemishes alone.

Luster and nacre thickness

Luster is the sheen and shine of a pearl, and nacre thickness is the thickness of the nacre that wraps the nucleus. We judge not only the look of the surface but also the depth of the shine.

Color, surface quality and shape

We also check the color tone, blemishes such as natural dimples, and the shape of the pearl. Looking at each of these features, we consider the uses and designs that make the most of the pearl's individuality.

Harmony of the whole necklace: "rensō"

For necklaces, in addition to the quality of each pearl, we check that color, luster, size and shape are in harmony across the whole strand. At Tensei Pearl, we select and craft pieces in which these elements meet our own standards.

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