Cultured Pearl Type
Freshwater Pearls
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Edison pearl, AAAAA Quality Ultra Luster Edison Round Pearls
10-11 mm · AAAAA · Baroque
AAAA, 7.0-7.5 mm White Round Freshwater Pearl, loose pearls
7.0-7.5 mm
AAAA, 8.0-8.5 mm Round White Freshwater Pearl, Good For All Setting
8.0-8.5 mm
AAAA, 7.5-8.0 mm Round White Freshwater Pearl, Good For All Setting
7.5-8.0 mm
Rare Teardrop pearls! Natural Color! 9-10 mm Freshwater Pearl
9-10 mm · AAA/AA+ · Teardrop
AAA, 7.5-8.0 mm Round White Freshwater Pearl, Good For Stud Setting
7.5-8.0 mm
10.0-11.0 mm White Freshwater Pearl- Loose Pearls, Sold individually
10.0-11.0 mm · AA, AA+, AAA, (please select) · Round / Near-round
AA7.5-8.0 mm Brown Freshwater Pearl Earring Sets- Loose Pearls
7.5-8.0 mm · AA · Button
8.5-9.0 mm Round White with Ivory Tone Freshwater Cultured loose pearls
8.5-9.0 mm
AAAA, 9.0-9.5 mm Round White Freshwater Pearl, Good For All Setting
9.0-9.5 mm
9-9.5 mm AAA Round Natural White Freshwater Pearl, Good for all setting
9.0-9.5 mm
White Freshwater Pearl, AAA, 9.0-9.5 mm Round White Freshwater Pearl
9.0-9.5 mm
11-12 mm baroque Freshwater Pearl, Natural color
11.0-12.0 mm · AAAAA · Baroque
8.5-9.0 mm Round White Freshwater Cultured loose pearls
8.5-9.0 mm
Edison Baroque Pearls, 10-11 mm Multicolor
10-11 mm · AAA · Baroque
Edison Baroque Pearls, 10-11 mm Multicolor
10-11 mm · AAA · Baroque
Rare Teardrop pearls! Natural Color! 10-11 mm Freshwater Pearl
10-11 mm · AAA/AA+ · Teardrop
Edison Baroque Pearls, 10-11 mm Multicolor
10-11 mm · AAA · Baroque
Edison Baroque Pearls, 10-11 mm Multicolor
10-11 mm · AAA · Baroque
AAAA, 7.5-8.0 mm Round White/Lavender/Pink Freshwater Pearl
7.5-8.0 mm
Edison pearl, AAAA Quality Edison Baroque Pearls
11-12 mm · AAAA · Baroque
Top quality of 7.0-7.5 mm Round Lavender/Pink Freshwater Pearl
7.0-7.5 mm
Edison pearl, AAAA Quality Edison Baroque Pearls
11-12 mm · AAA+ · Baroque
10-11 mm Extra Luster AAA Edison Freshwater Pearl
10-11 mm · AAA
What defines Freshwater Pearls?
Freshwater cultured pearls offer the broadest variety of shapes, colors and price points among the major cultured pearl families.
Typical size & color
Available across a broad size range, from smaller classic pearls to larger bead-nucleated freshwater pearls. White, cream, pink, peach and lavender tones are common, with many additional variations in shape and surface character.
How to compare them
Their versatility makes Freshwater pearls useful for finished jewelry, design experimentation, matched groups and custom projects. Compare luster, surface, shape, color and matching together rather than relying on a grade alone.
Before You Choose
Use the specification, not just the category name.
Pearls within the same family can still differ significantly. For pairs, strands or custom settings, matching and drilling requirements can matter as much as size or grade.
Before You Buy
Freshwater Pearls buying questions
How do Freshwater and Akoya cultured pearls differ?
Freshwater pearls grow in freshwater mollusks; Akoya pearls are saltwater cultured pearls. Freshwater pearls offer varied shapes, sizes and colors. Compare the actual pearls' luster, surface, dimensions and matching rather than assuming one family is always better.
Are loose freshwater pearls sold as singles, pairs or strands?
The quantity depends on the product. Check the exact listing before comparing prices, and confirm the size range, shape, color and drilling for the selection you intend to buy.
How should I request a freshwater replacement pearl?
Provide photographs of the existing jewelry, millimeter dimensions, shape, color or overtone, quantity and drilling requirements. A grade label alone is not enough to select a close match.
For an independent comparison framework, see GIA's seven pearl quality factors. Use the exact listing photographs and specifications to evaluate the pearl you are considering.