New dilemma

[MrGray]

There are 35 pearls, all 8.5-9.5 mm, all round except three which are off-round, quite uniform in colour, with slighly different overtones.
Live they are not so dull as they seem in the photos. Only growth marks they have are those pittings that look like fish bites.
I honestly think they are freshwater.
What do you think they are?

 

[Pearlgully]

I agree. To me they look like dyed freshwater….. especially if they are all the same color.

 

[pattye]

I'm seeing deep tones of purple/blue more than anything else, which indicates to me dyed freshwater. Would you agree, MrGray?

 

[MrGray]

No, I don't see blue or purple. They are just deep gray, almost black gray. I am adding photos under the cold led light.

 

[BWeaves]

They look like dyed freshwater pearls to me, too.

 

[pattye]

Thanks, MrGray. I have seen some dyed pearls that do exhibit a very solid color, but much less often. You mention overtones; what colors are you seeing?

 

[MrGray]

I'm seeing deep tones of purple/blue more than anything else, which indicates to me dyed freshwater. Would you agree, MrGray?

Now when I look the photos I posted previously, I understand what you say Pattye!
But in live, basic colour is dark gray though. Those must be overtones seen in direct daylight.
Thank you for your always detailed answers, I very appreciate them

 

[Pearl Dreams]

Immediate impression, confirmed on closer inspection: dyed freshwater pearls. The appearance of the blemishes, the general appearance of the luster and surface, and a bit of oil-slick color all point to fwp.

 

[MrGray]

Thank you all.
It is always a pleasure