When purchasing pearls it is important to know and understand the various grades of pearls and what they mean.

Whether shopping and comparing against a retail store or other pearl dealers, our guide will provide you with the details you will need to make an informed decision.

The AAAA Grading System

QueenPearls uses the AAAA Pearl Quality Grading System to offer our customers the highest value, quality and protection for their purchase. 

Freshwater Pearl Grading Akoya Pearl Grading White South sea Grading Guide Golden South Sea Grading

The AAAA system is ideally suited for internet pearl retail business, as it stipulates that the retailer must disclose the rating of individualvalue factors of the pearl such as luster, shape, surface and nacre. By providing this detailed information, the system allows the consumer to make an informed buying decision.

In addition the AAAA Pearl Quality Grading System assures top value, by assigning the overall grade of the pearls by their lowest value factor grading.