Need opinions! Are these Tahitians keepers??

[cushioncutnut]

I have mixed feelings about them. Mostly because I am not that tan right now...

 

[cushioncutnut]

actually I am not tan at all!!

 

[cushioncutnut]

Specs: 18" baroque tahitians with metallic soft peacock darker gray with a mix of aubergine overtones, 14kyg clasp.

 

[cushioncutnut]

8.7-11mm

 

[cushioncutnut]

8.7-11mm

 

[decodelighted]

Okay. I''m going to say it. To my eye ... the irregularity and odd shapes + color make them look a bit too much like, um, droppings.

 

[cushioncutnut]

light circling on some of them...

 

[cushioncutnut]

 

[cushioncutnut]

 

[cushioncutnut]

last one...

 

[cushioncutnut]

Date: 12/15/2009 9:30:21 AM
Author: decodelighted
Okay. I''m going to say it. To my eye ... the irregularity and odd shapes + color make them look a bit too much like, um, droppings.

Really? I know that these are not top of the line but I would never have referred to them as droppings!!

 

[Hudson_Hawk]

I think they''re lovely and I disagree with Deco, they don''t look like poo.

 

[decodelighted]

Date: 12/15/2009 9:36:57 AM
Author: cushioncutnut

Date: 12/15/2009 9:30:21 AM
Author: decodelighted
Okay. I''m going to say it. To my eye ... the irregularity and odd shapes + color make them look a bit too much like, um, droppings.

Really? I know that these are not top of the line but I would never have referred to them as droppings!!

The shapes of a few of them just sent my mind down that track & I couldn''t not see it. Since you''re wavering I thought I''d tell you my honest opinion because, who knows, if *I* think it ... maybe others would think the same thing while you''re *wearing* it.

Pearls aren''t really my thing though so maybe I''m just not used to the particular natural wonkiness!

 

[cushioncutnut]

Date: 12/15/2009 9:43:23 AM
Author: Hudson_Hawk
I think they're lovely and I disagree with Deco, they don't look like poo.

Thank you for saying that! I actually have a nasty looking necklace that I got from an Ebay seller that looks nothing like the picture displayed. In fact they look worse than droppings. More like grub worms. Needless to say I was tired of getting burnt by the misrepresented photo after I asked the seller about it before bidding and he assured me that I would love them. Long story short, they were just AWFUL and I gave him a negative feedback and told him I was going to report him for fraud and the misrepresentation. He did refund my money if I changed my feedback. I changed it, but I still left the remark.....................!!! I did get a full refund FIRST!!!!!!!!!!!! I will have to post a picture of it!

 

[cushioncutnut]

Date: 12/15/2009 9:51:29 AM
Author: decodelighted

Date: 12/15/2009 9:36:57 AM
Author: cushioncutnut

Date: 12/15/2009 9:30:21 AM
Author: decodelighted
Okay. I''m going to say it. To my eye ... the irregularity and odd shapes + color make them look a bit too much like, um, droppings.

Really? I know that these are not top of the line but I would never have referred to them as droppings!!

The shapes of a few of them just sent my mind down that track & I couldn''t not see it. Since you''re wavering I thought I''d tell you my honest opinion because, who knows, if *I* think it ... maybe others would think the same thing while you''re *wearing* it.

Pearls aren''t really my thing though so maybe I''m just not used to the particular natural wonkiness!

No problem Deco. I am really not offended as I know that they don''t look like droppings. If you saw that necklace I got from Ebay.... these pearls look luxurious compared to them!! I welcome and value all opinions! I appreciate your honesty!!!!

 

[Phoenix]

Date: 12/15/2009 9:51:29 AM
Author: decodelighted

Date: 12/15/2009 9:36:57 AM
Author: cushioncutnut

Date: 12/15/2009 9:30:21 AM
Author: decodelighted
Okay. I'm going to say it. To my eye ... the irregularity and odd shapes + color make them look a bit too much like, um, droppings.

Really? I know that these are not top of the line but I would never have referred to them as droppings!!

The shapes of a few of them just sent my mind down that track & I couldn't not see it. Since you're wavering I thought I'd tell you my honest opinion because, who knows, if *I* think it ... maybe others would think the same thing while you're *wearing* it.

Pearls aren't really my thing though so maybe I'm just not used to the particular natural wonkiness!

These are called baroque pearls which I'm quite fond of. These are actually quite organic-shaped. I've seen some baroque pearls which are even more "wonky", in fact quite misshapen, which this strand is not.

CCN, I love baroque pearls in general and these look quite lovely. However, being quite fair-skinned myself, I personally wouldn't go for really dark-coloured pearls. I'd rather go for peacock or silver Tahitians. But that's just *my* personal preference. What are your mixed feelings about these pearls? Is it just the colour?

 

[brightlight]

Date: 12/15/2009 9:36:57 AM
Author: cushioncutnut

Date: 12/15/2009 9:30:21 AM
Author: decodelighted
Okay. I''m going to say it. To my eye ... the irregularity and odd shapes + color make them look a bit too much like, um, droppings.

Really? I know that these are not top of the line but I would never have referred to them as droppings!!

I think Deco may just be unfamiliar with baroque pearls. In a way, her comment is a compliment since they are drop shaped Tahitians.

Personally, my concern woul be the color. They look like they don''t have much along the lines of overtones. It could just be the pictures and lighting though.

 

[that_someone_special]

I love the shape...but the color does seem a bit dark to me. But it depends on how much you like them and I guess how much you spent on them... if that makes sense. If they were a steal, I might keep them just for a fun strand of the odd shapes, but if you can get a more peacock one for the same price, I'd look into that.

Just my .02

I don't think they look like poo either! No worries.

ETA Yes to everything Phoenix said..

 

[pearlie]

I think what you''re seeing (or not seeing, actually) is the lack of luster in these pearls.

Dark, vibrant pearls can look fantastic on a light, pale complexion. But these pearls look flat and dull. That''s because the luster is poor.

That''s why these pearls are not ''top of the line'', like you said. Even though they are a nice size, and interesting shape, without luster they''re just commercial quality pearls.

 

[cushioncutnut]

Date: 12/15/2009 10:30:18 AM
Author: Phoenix

Date: 12/15/2009 9:51:29 AM
Author: decodelighted

Date: 12/15/2009 9:36:57 AM
Author: cushioncutnut

Date: 12/15/2009 9:30:21 AM
Author: decodelighted
Okay. I''m going to say it. To my eye ... the irregularity and odd shapes + color make them look a bit too much like, um, droppings.

Really? I know that these are not top of the line but I would never have referred to them as droppings!!

The shapes of a few of them just sent my mind down that track & I couldn''t not see it. Since you''re wavering I thought I''d tell you my honest opinion because, who knows, if *I* think it ... maybe others would think the same thing while you''re *wearing* it.

Pearls aren''t really my thing though so maybe I''m just not used to the particular natural wonkiness!

These are called baroque pearls which I''m quite fond of. These are actually quite organic-shaped. I''ve seen some baroque pearls which are even more ''wonky'', in fact quite misshapen, which this strand is not.

CCN, I love baroque pearls in general and these look quite lovely. However, being quite fair-skinned myself, I personally wouldn''t go for really dark-coloured pearls. I''d rather go for peacock or silver Tahitians. But that''s just *my* personal preference. What are your mixed feelings about these pearls? Is it just the colour?

I am actually quite tan as I have a little bid of Lebanese in me...but I agree however on getting more of the Peacock/silvery tones. Your oodles of tahitians is what made me want a strand!!!!

 

[cushioncutnut]

Date: 12/15/2009 10:40:14 AM
Author: brightlight

Date: 12/15/2009 9:36:57 AM
Author: cushioncutnut

Date: 12/15/2009 9:30:21 AM
Author: decodelighted
Okay. I''m going to say it. To my eye ... the irregularity and odd shapes + color make them look a bit too much like, um, droppings.

Really? I know that these are not top of the line but I would never have referred to them as droppings!!

I think Deco may just be unfamiliar with baroque pearls. In a way, her comment is a compliment since they are drop shaped Tahitians.

Personally, my concern woul be the color. They look like they don''t have much along the lines of overtones. It could just be the pictures and lighting though.

I had such high hopes for these...but they aren''t as colorful as I would like!

 

[cushioncutnut]

Date: 12/15/2009 12:17:49 PM
Author: swedish bean
I love the shape...but the color does seem a bit dark to me. But it depends on how much you like them and I guess how much you spent on them... if that makes sense. If they were a steal, I might keep them just for a fun strand of the odd shapes, but if you can get a more peacock one for the same price, I''d look into that.

Just my .02

I don''t think they look like poo either! No worries.

ETA Yes to everything Phoenix said..

LOL! They were a great price, but again, I think I can do better colorwise. I am happy with the shape,size, luster and light blemishing....but the color tones are a little too dead.

 

[cushioncutnut]

Date: 12/15/2009 4:23:25 PM
Author: pearlie
I think what you''re seeing (or not seeing, actually) is the lack of luster in these pearls.

Dark, vibrant pearls can look fantastic on a light, pale complexion. But these pearls look flat and dull. That''s because the luster is poor.

That''s why these pearls are not ''top of the line'', like you said. Even though they are a nice size, and interesting shape, without luster they''re just commercial quality pearls.

They could definately use a little more luster....but honestly, that was not what disappointed me about them. I was hoping for a better color range..... I am no pearl expert...but I do feel that I can discern between commercial quality (hence the Ebay one''s I mentioned above) and nicer quality. These are definately nicer than commercial quality but of course, not top of the line.

 

[cushioncutnut]

Well.... I ended up sending them back! Thanks everyone for your input! So nice to know that there is a place I can go and get honest opinions!!!

I do have my eye on something pearl related........... stayed tuned!

 

[that_someone_special]

Tuned.

 

[innerkitten]

I haven''t read the rest of the posts. I love Tahitians an those are nice. But I don''t know if it''s just the photo or if it''s because they are kind of dark in tone but I can''t see all the cool colors usually seen in that type of pearl.

 

[simplysplendid]

Hi, I think the lustre is fine, but perhaps another colour will suit you better. The colour is rather dull -- look for the peacocks, aubergines and look for the orient.
When I purchase baroques, to make sure that the strand I receive is what was posted on the website, I count the number of pearls and save a picture from the vendor. When I receive the baroque pearls, I will compare what I have on hand with what''s on the picture to make sure that it is the right strand.

 

[cushioncutnut]

Date: 12/18/2009 11:50:00 PM
Author: simplysplendid
Hi, I think the lustre is fine, but perhaps another colour will suit you better. The colour is rather dull -- look for the peacocks, aubergines and look for the orient.
When I purchase baroques, to make sure that the strand I receive is what was posted on the website, I count the number of pearls and save a picture from the vendor. When I receive the baroque pearls, I will compare what I have on hand with what''s on the picture to make sure that it is the right strand.

Thank you for your input. I posted a picture of the vendors strand and that is what made me buy it. It is definately the exact strand. I have purchased from them twice before and so I have no issue with buying from them again. My pictures don''t display the true colors of them as I used a flash with indoor lighting making them darker and less colorful than they appear. They do have some peacock, aubergine with a little orient in them, however, it is not as much as what the vendors photos show......... But yes, I know what my eye sees and what to look for and these were not it ...so naturally I sent them back. There will be others.....and with any luck, I may find a lovely strand before Valentine''s Day!
Right now, my husband is having my extra blue baroque akoyas from my Pearl Paradise strand made into leverback earrings with a diamond added. Keep your fingers crossed that the notes/sketches that I gave him was clearly understood behind him and the jeweler! My husband can never just go out and surprise me with jewelry as I am so darn picky. I figure with a little bit of my creative control the pearls would look prettier than just sitting in a gemstone box and that he could surprise me by choosing between a few of the designs I sketched....

 

[innerkitten]

Extra blue baroques with diamonds! Sounds lovely! Can''t wait to see those. What are the sketches like?

 

[simplysplendid]

Sorry, may I know which picture above is the vendor picture?
The earrings sounds pretty, please post pictures when you get them.