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Freshwater Rice Pearls

Freshwater Pearls are less lustrous than saltwater pearls and tend to be less expensive.  They differ from other cultured pearls in that they are not bead nucleated but a small piece of mantle tissue from another oyster is used.  The result is a pearl composed of solid nacre, making them quite durable, resisting chipping, wear and degeneration.

Sold as temporary strung 38-40cm 15 inches (approx) strands.