What to buy.....

[green perls]

I'd really like to get some tahitians, but don't have alot to spend-what would you all recommend as the best route? I'd love to have a strand-does anyone have any firsthand info on how the less expensive baroques are at the Pearl Outlet? Thanks!

[dkan 168]

You should be able to get a strand of baroque Tahitians for under 500 USD.

Apart from TPO, also check Pearl Paradise for their listings. Jeremy has some good looking baroques at the mo

What to go for depending on your taste and budget.

Personally I am not keen on drop-shaped pearls in a strand, or anything too heavily ringed.

However, ringed drop-shaped pearls are probably the best entry level for Tahitians in terms of good value for money. They are still Tahitians

One can always upgrade later and get a better strand

DK

[Pearl Dreams]

There is another alternative if you like the look of Tahitians but not the price-- dyed cultured freshwater pearls. They don't look EXACTLY like Tahitians-- but if you get a good strand, they can be a remarkably good substitute. (I have a strand in my albums if you wish to look.)

[pattye]

Yes, as DK says, there are very nice strands at reasonable cost. Do you have an idea of color and shape? Take a look at some of the other sites also that sell, a number of trustworthy sellers post here---Pure Pearls, Pearl Distributors, Pearls of Joy and of course The Pearl Outlet and Pearl Paradise, sorry if I have missed others, have not had my coffee yet------please add. Often there is stock not listed on the site. Always a good idea to phone the company when you know pretty much what you want.

I personally like the drop shape pearls, and the ringed pearls often have wonderful colors and overtones------so much of that is personal preference. And they look real!! Also lovely "tin cup" style to consider, could probably afford earrings to match-----------let us know what you decide, and of course, we love photos!

[Heidi]

I second what Pattye writes and add that a bigger pendant can have quite the impact, too. Whichever route you take, talk to the vendor directly and ask lots of questions - all of them have clear and good return policies so you should be in good shape.

[The Pearl Outlet]

does anyone have any firsthand info on how the less expensive baroques are at the Pearl Outlet?

We currently have 8 left in stock, but only 2 on the site right now. Prices start at $350 and they are going quickly. We had 20 on Thursday. We just can't get them photographed quickly enough. Here's an example of one: