Wholesale pearls will save you a lot of money. Pearls in retail outlets
often cost multiple times the wholesale price due to middle men transactions
and other costs of running a retail store. When shopping for pearls,
it's best to find certified pearl jewelry. G.I.A. grades pearls based
on luster, surface quality, and roundness of the shape. Thicker nacre
produce luster, therefore, longer wear and tear. It's important to
get a good grade pearl to ensure that you can enjoy it for many years
to come.
Pearls rated A are considered the most beautiful with the highest
luster, smoothest surfaces, and roundest shapes. In wholesale, an
18" long strand of 9mm pearls will be in the thousands while
grade C pearl necklaces of the same size and length will cost around
one to two hundred dollars. Buying pearl necklace in Asia yields the
best prices.