SS baroque and semi-baroque

[Elenayak]

I would be greatful if someone could clarify for me the difference in terms used for describing the shape of SS pearls: baroque, semi-baroque, and baroque free form. What is the difference between those terms?
Thank you!

 

[Pearl Dreams]

See this page on Pearl-Guide about shapes:

Pearl Shapes

Pearl Shapes Vary Widely Because pearls are natural organic gems created by a myriad of living organisms, they occur in a wide variety of shapes, many of which are quite unique and interesting. Also, cultured pearls tend to be rounder than natural pearls because (saltwater) cultured pearls...

www.pearl-guide.com

And free form means baroque.

 

[KAC]

Semi-baroque: These pearls are slightly irregular in their shape. For example, a pearl which might otherwise be considered an oval, button, or drop pearl, but which is not symmetrical in nature, would be considered semi-baroque. Semi-baroque pearls fall into the baroque category of shapes.

Baroque: This is a pearl that is both non-symmetrical and irregular in shape. The baroque pearl can be purely abstract in its shape, or it can resemble a cross, stick, or some other shape. Baroque pearls fall into the baroque category.

from the above linked page.

 

[sinju]

Hi Elen, some of us hear maybe can explain about it, but i think better you lean from photo