| Thanks everyone! I'm going to have the pearl set in a bezel; something simple.
When I was talking with the sales ladies I asked about grading. I was told there is select and then gem above A, but that there are few of those out of each harvest. And the price increases significantly. They had a $6,000 (NZD) pearl at their work shop. I don't remember if it was gem or select, but I also believe there was talk on PG of a $10,000 Eyris pearl. I was also told anything graded B is not considered an Eyris pearl, just simply a blue pearl and does not come with certs. Anything below B is not used.
No sure why, but on the video I watched, select was not mentioned. The video did indicate that often times when a gem quality pearl is found the area surrounding the pearl has to be perfect too and it is usually cut with extra shell remaining around the pearl.
On an interesting note, apparently these pearls are only harvested every three years. The new harvest is expected in June/July if anyone is interested.
It really was a fun experience. If you ever find yourself in New Zealand check it out.
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