什么是淡水珍珠？它与海水珍珠有何不同？

The key differences between saltwater pearls and freshwater pearls come down to origin, environment, pearl species, nacre thickness, shape, lustre, and rarity.

Saltwater pearls, including Australian South Sea and Akoya pearls, are grown in ocean waters like Cygnet Bay and Broken Bay pearl farms. They have a longer cultivation time, typically produce one pearl per oyster, resulting in thicker nacre, a stronger lustre.

Freshwater pearls are grown in rivers and lakes with freshwater bodies of water. Compared to Saltwater pearls, they have a shorter cultivation time, can produce multiple pearls per mussel and this makes them more accessible in price.

At both our pearl farms, Saltwater pearls are cultivated in our pristine waterways, producing world-class pearls.

You can buy certified Saltwater pearl necklaces online directly from specialist pearl jewellers. Purchasing from Pearls of Australia ensures the pearls are genuine, Saltwater pearls with verified origin and grading transparency. Always look for a Certificate of Authenticity, pearl type disclosure and provenance information when shopping online in Australia.

Both cultured saltwater and freshwater pearls are real pearls.

Real saltwater pearls are typically identified by their strong lustre, thicker nacre, and larger size when compared to freshwater pearls. Saltwater pearls such as Australian South Sea and Akoya pearls often display deeper lustre. Freshwater pearls are more commonly found in smaller sizes and a greater variety of colours and shapes.

The most reliable way to distinguish them is through origin disclosure via a Certificate of Authenticity.

Retailers like Pearls of Australia always state that our pearls are Saltwater, not freshwater, and are only from our own pearl farms in Cygnet Bay and Broken Bay.

Our saltwater pearl earrings are made with our Australian South Sea and Akoya single origin pearls, and sold online or at our locations across Australia.

Earrings featuring pearls from our Cygnet Bay or Broken Bay pearl farm are valued for their lustre, careful pairing, and natural colour.

When shopping for pearl earrings, look for retailers that specialise in pearl jewellery and list pearl origin and grading details.

Both saltwater and freshwater pearls are suitable for jewellery, but durability depends on nacre thickness, quality of the pearl and care.

Saltwater pearls, especially Australian South Sea and Akoya pearls, are known for their thick layers of nacre which contribute to long-term durability and lustre retention. With proper care, both types can be worn regularly, but high-quality saltwater pearls are often chosen for heirloom and fine jewellery pieces.

In Australia, saltwater pearls are generally more expensive than freshwater pearls due to rarity, cultivation time and quality. Australian South Sea and Akoya pearls command premium prices because they grow larger, take longer to cultivate, produced (typically) one at a time, and with care. Freshwater pearls are more widely available and therefore more affordable, making them a popular choice for fashion jewellery and entry-level pieces.

Yes, in most cases, saltwater pearls are more valuable than freshwater pearls.

Saltwater pearls such as South Sea and Akoya pearls are rarer, usually have thicker nacre, and display higher lustre. Their cultivation process is more time intensive and produces fewer pearls per shell.

Australian South Sea pearls from our Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm and Akoya pearls from our Broken Bay Pearl Farm are among the most valuable cultured pearls in the world, with world-class quality and clear provenance information.

Yes, freshwater pearls are real pearls. They are genuine cultured pearls formed inside freshwater molluscs. The difference is not authenticity but environment and pearl type.

Freshwater pearls are real, but they are generally more abundant than their saltwater counterparts, and typically lower in price than saltwater pearls such as Australian South Sea and Akoya pearls.

Saltwater pearls are not automatically "better", but they are typically rarer, larger and higher in value than freshwater pearls.

Saltwater pearls, including those cultivated at Cygnet Bay and Broken Bay pearl farms, are preferred for fine jewellery because of their lustre and heirloom quality.

Freshwater pearls remain a beautiful and accessible option, especially for fashion-forward designs.

The difference between saltwater and freshwater pearls includes:

• Environment: Freshwater versus Saltwater bodies of water
• Pearl types: South Sea, Akoya and Tahitian pearls versus Freshwater pearls
• Rarity: Saltwater pearls are more rare
• Lustre: Saltwater pearls often show sharper natural lustre
• Price: Saltwater pearls are typically higher in value