Real Or Fake Pearls, Are You Getting a Good Deal Or Getting Ripped Off?
This article won’t make much difference to you if the only place you buy pearls is from a reputable dealer, but for those of you who are more adventerous, and like to travel different places and bargain your way to a good deal, read on. Have you ever been outside of the US or Canada and seen pearl jewelry for a great price? I have, and sometimes I wonder if it is real or not. How can you tell if you are getting a really good deal, or are they selling you junk? I have gone shopping in Thailand with a lady who knew a lot about jewelry and how to tell you if it’s fake or not. I will let you in on the secret that she shared with me.
While the look of pearls can be manufactured, the surface and luster is hard to match exactly. It is also very rare to find perfectly round pearls in nature, and if they are perfect they will obviously be quite expensive (AAA or A Grade). What exactly determines the cost of the jewelry? First, look at how much of the pearl is visibly tainted or flawed, next, look at the luster, then the shape. On a necklace or bracelet you will want to look and see if the pearls are nearly the same in terms of color (color can vary greatly), shape, and luster. Another thing to consider is if you can get matching earrings or bracelets to go with the necklace. I’ve heard several ladies comment after bargaining for pearl jewelry that they wished they had gotten the matching accessories.
And now, two ways to tell if your pearls are real or fake:
СЕКРЕТАРША try to scratch it with your teeth. I know, sounds kind of crude, but it works, because a real pearl won’t scratch if it touches your teeth, whereas a fake one will, because it is just painted.
2) rub two pearls together and see if the surface scratches, again, a real pearl will not scratch.
Bottom line, when bargaining for pearls, if you think you are getting a good deal, then buy it. If there is one seller there may be a dozen selling almost the same thing. Don’t be afraid to walk away from a shop without buying. Go ahead and shop around. You will find yourself a good deal if you are willing to be patient and not buy the first string of pearls that you see. If a shop owner pressures you, you don’t have to buy if you are not comfortable with the price or the product. It’s ok to say no.
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