POE RAVA - How to recognize a genuine Tahitian pearl?

Complete Guide: How to Recognize a Genuine Tahitian Pearl?

In the lagoons of French Polynesia, one of the most coveted jewels in the world is born: Poe Rava, the Black Pearl of Tahiti.

But with the proliferation of imitations, how can you be sure of what you're buying?

What you will discover in this guide

You'll learn how to identify genuine Tahitian pearls using simple authentication tests. You'll also learn how to decipher quality classifications and understand their true impact on a pearl's value.

Know the colors that make these pearls marvels: peacock, eggplant, lagoon blue, champagne... well beyond the "black" cliché.

You'll also learn about the Polynesian legends that shaped their symbolism, how these gems form naturally in the Pinctada margaritifera oyster, and why a genuine Tahitian pearl is truly worth its price.

The guide also includes market pitfalls to avoid, tips for caring for your pearls and, of course, how to appreciate the craftsmanship of exceptional jewelry creations.

Why does this guide exist?

I created this guide because I find it enriching to know the Genuine Tahitian Pearl, to understand what gives it its value and above all, to guide you on its authentication to protect you from unscrupulous sellers who do not hesitate to sell fake pearls accompanied by false certificates.

Enriched by my expertise as a Honu creator, this guide offers you the keys to navigate with confidence in the world of authentic Tahitian pearls.

This isn't technical jargon, it's an invitation to stop being fooled, while discovering the soul and cultural richness of these Pacific treasures.

Discover Honu's creations with Pearls.

Isabelle B.
More than a jewel, a DNA