My husband just returned from a trip to Bangladesh. Learning that the country was famous for pearls, he asked if I'd like some and I jumped at the idea and mentioned I'd love black pearls. He returned from his trip with a double strand of beautiful pearls.
I've done a little research into Bangladeshi pearls on this site and see that the country's natural pearls are prized but usually pink. The pearls I have received are beautiful, definitely natural, all slightly different in shape and size but pretty uniform (probably 8 - 9 mm each) with hues of dark gray, purple, almost blue/green or blue, and all with a slight iridescence to them. They do feel gritty and abrasive against my teeth and have what look like natural flaws. The overall look is stunning but I'd love some expert advice as to what I may have here. They came from what appears to be a reputable gallery in Dhaka and my husband was advised by a local attached to the US Embassy.
Thanks.
I've done a little research into Bangladeshi pearls on this site and see that the country's natural pearls are prized but usually pink. The pearls I have received are beautiful, definitely natural, all slightly different in shape and size but pretty uniform (probably 8 - 9 mm each) with hues of dark gray, purple, almost blue/green or blue, and all with a slight iridescence to them. They do feel gritty and abrasive against my teeth and have what look like natural flaws. The overall look is stunning but I'd love some expert advice as to what I may have here. They came from what appears to be a reputable gallery in Dhaka and my husband was advised by a local attached to the US Embassy.
Thanks.