White Pearl Myths – Debunked!
If you have a string of white heirloom pearls in your family, you’ve probably heard a few of these myths. Here are some of the myths, legends and beliefs associated with white pearls – and the real story behind them! Myths About Their Origin, Color And Value Ocean Pearls Are White And Freshwater Pearls Are Different Colors
Not true at all – in fact, where a pearl is cultured (in the ocean or in freshwater) plays no role in the shape or color it takes. It’s the type of oyster that determines the color – and white pearls can be cultured or natural, freshwater or saltwater pearls.
White Pearls Are ‘Pure’ And Colored Pearls Are ‘Fake’
In some cases, pearls are dyed or bleached to get a certain hue. But pearls do naturally occur in a range of colors, from lavender and champagne to pink and black. These colors are determined by the color of the lip of the oyster that the pearl is formed in, as well as naturally occurring pigments inside the oyster shells. This means that a violet Edison pearl is just as ‘pure’ or real, with no colorants, as a naturally white pearl.