The World of Pearls

The World of Pearls

Understand, appreciate and choose your pearls

Australia · Indonesia · Philippines

South Sea Pearls

Majestic and rare, South Sea pearls are the largest cultured pearls in the world. Their thick nacre and satiny luster — from immaculate white to deep gold — make them the undisputed queens of fine pearls.

South Sea Pearls

Size

9 — 20 mm

Colors

White, Gold, Champagne

Shape

Round, semi-round, baroque

Lustre

Satin, deep

Treasures of the Pacific

Cultivated in the warm, crystal-clear waters of Australia, Indonesia, and the Philippines, South Sea pearls are born in the Pinctada maxima — the largest of pearl oysters, capable of reaching thirty centimeters in diameter.

Their pearl farming, which began in the mid-20th century, requires patience and expertise: it takes two to four years for a pearl to reach its exceptional size.

A Royal Sparkle

What characterizes South Sea pearls is the remarkable thickness of their nacre—often exceeding two millimeters—which gives them a deep, almost velvety luster, quite different from the sharp brilliance of Akoyas.

Their natural colors range from silvery white to intense gold, including rare and elegant champagne and cream hues. Each pearl is a unique piece.

Porchet’s exacting standards

We source our South Sea pearls from the best pearl farms in Australia and Indonesia, renowned for the quality of their waters and sustainable cultivation methods.

Only pearls with harmonious shapes, deep luster, and impeccable surfaces make it into our creations—occasion necklaces, earrings, and custom pieces.