Pearl Sizing
Pearl sizes are measured in millimeters (mm). The size of a pearl can vary greatly depending on the type of pearl. Below we have provided these images for comparison purposes.
Akoya Pearls
Freshwater Pearls
Tahitian South Sea
White & Golden South Sea
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Freshwater Pearls
Size range: 5mm - 13mm
Freshwater pearls range in size from as small as 5mm to as large as 13mm. Pearls below 7mm in size are considered to be on the smaller side, while 7-8mm and 8-9mm are among the more popular sizes selected for necklaces in Freshwater pearls. Anything sized from 9-10mm and above is considered to be above average in size, and such pearls are more rare and valuable. Please download and print our pearl sizing guide below for more information
Akoya
Freshwater
Tahitian South Sea
White & Golden South Sea
