Hanadama cultured akoya pearls are the finest akoya pearls. They have the highest ratings for luster, shape and surface qualities and meet the minimum nacre thickness of 0.4 mm, but often much higher. Hanadama, from the Japanese, roughly translates to Spherical Flower. So romantic.
These are "natural white" hanadama pearls, meaning that they have not undergone color treatment. Most akoya pearls are "pinked", a process of pink tinting to bring out the rose overtones.
In mixed daylight.
In indirect daylight. They look like they are lit from within!
And the certificate from Japan's Pearl Science Laboratory. Beware that these certificates have been faked in the past. Be sure to purchase only from sellers with a sterling reputation. Pearl Guide members have successfully purchased Hanadama pearls from many sellers, but these pearls were purchased from Pearl Paradise. Ask our forum members if you need any advice.
I have been having a love affair with this necklace since 2009!
Blaire Beavers
Managing Editor
Pearl Guide News
These are "natural white" hanadama pearls, meaning that they have not undergone color treatment. Most akoya pearls are "pinked", a process of pink tinting to bring out the rose overtones.
In mixed daylight.
In indirect daylight. They look like they are lit from within!
And the certificate from Japan's Pearl Science Laboratory. Beware that these certificates have been faked in the past. Be sure to purchase only from sellers with a sterling reputation. Pearl Guide members have successfully purchased Hanadama pearls from many sellers, but these pearls were purchased from Pearl Paradise. Ask our forum members if you need any advice.
I have been having a love affair with this necklace since 2009!
Blaire Beavers
Managing Editor
Pearl Guide News
