Tahitian pearls come in a wide range of shades and colors and you can pick a pearl necklace that suits your complexion and skin tone. Tahitian pearls are available in gunmetal gray, black, silver, blue, brown, pink, peacock green and many more colors. So, every woman can choose a pearl necklace that goes well with her body color. For instance, if you have a rosy pink complexion, you can go for a pure black or grey pearl. On the other hand, a purple or blue pearl necklace looks wonderful on olive skin.

Tahitian pearls are costlier than the other pearls as matching the dissimilar hues of these pearls requires expertise. If you are particular about your appearance and desire a contemporary look, then you can buy yourself a necklace with drops of exquisite Tahitian pearls. Even you can choose a black pearl studded with other precious or semi-precious stones to make a style statement.

Polished with time, the black are admired for their rarity and beauty. The turquoise waters of the famous Polynesian Islands have produced these black Tahitian pearls by magic which is difficult to describe with words. That is why the Tahitian pearls are called as the 'queen of pearls'. There are several myths and stories that revolve around the creation of these beautiful black pearls.

Nowadays, the most sought after color of these pearls are dark green gray and blue gray. The color and luster of Tahitian pearls depend on various factors like thickness of nacre layer, growing environment and the temperature. The black pearls that are round in shape and comprise gem quality are very expensive as they are rare. However, the cost factor never hindered the popularity of these black gems.

Black Tahitian pearls are admired by everyone, from housewife to Hollywood actresses and they love to wear it on their brooches, necklaces, chokers and charming bracelets. A ring with a single black pearl, stud ear rings and pendants with black pearls and black baroque are quite famous among woman. You can also buy artificial black pearls that resemble these Tahitian beauties which are widely available in the market place. However, original Tahitian pearls rule the pearl industry as the imitations are not that much appealing since they lack in terms of quality, durability and luster.