Sophie Breitmeyer Ruby and Akoya Pearl Set

A set of a pair of contemporary pearl earrings and a pendant by London based designer Sophie Breitmeyer, featuring pretty circles of pink rubies set in 18 carat white gold around classic Akoya pearls.

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Sophie Breitmeyer Ruby and Akoya Pearl Set
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    A set of a pair of contemporary pearl earrings and a pendant by London based designer Sophie Breitmeyer, featuring pretty circles of pink rubies set in 18 carat white gold around classic Akoya pearls.

    The matching pieces for this jewellery set are chosen from Sophie Breitmeyer's exclusive collection for Winterson, which combines two key fashion trends of vibrant block colour and classic pearls.

    The Akoya pearl was one of the first types of pearls to be cultured in Japan and is widely admired for its quality and lustre.

    The collection has been designed and created to the highest standards for Winterson in the UK. This set of jewellery matches Akoya pearls with the colourful pink of rubies.

    Measuring a maximum of 10mm in diameter, each earring has an Alpa butterfly fitting, which is easy to wear, safe and very comfortable.

    The 18 carat white gold pendant is approximately 2cm in diameter and has been designed to be able to rock slightly from side to side when worn allowing the rubies to sparkle and catch the light.

    The pendant is finished with a matching 18 carat white gold trace chain, which is 45cm in length.

    View Sophie Breitmeyer's collection for Winterson here.

    More Information
    Pearl Type Akoya

    Akoya pearls are cultured in saltwater oysters, mostly in Japan, and are loved for their white colour, pink overtone and sharp lustre.

    Freshwater pearls are cultured in mussels in China, in colours of white or pastel pink, peach or lavender and in a variety of shapes.

    South Sea pearls are saltwater pearls, with a silky lustre, that are cultured in Australia, the Philippines and Indonesia.

    Tahitian pearls are saltwater pearls from French Polynesia, with exotic dark colours that often display overtones of pink, purple and green.

    Learn more about the different types and qualities of pearls in our Guide to Pearl Grading.

    Pearl Size 7-7.5mm

    A round pearl is measured across its diameter in millimetres.

    For non-spherical, baroque and other shapes of pearls, both the length and width of the pearl is measured.

    The most popular Akoya and Freshwater pearl sizes for earrings and necklaces are between 7 and 9mm in diameter.

    South Sea and Tahitian pearls are typically worn between 9 and 11mm in diameter, or larger for more statement pieces.

    Learn more about the different types and qualities of pearls in our Guide to Pearl Grading.

    Pearl Shape Round

    Pearls have a variety of shapes, with the classic round and drop shapes being the most popular to wear.

    The shape of the pearls used in our jewellery is graded in accordance with the GIA Pearl Description System. The table shows the different shapes that are possible.

    Learn more about the different types and qualities of pearls in our Guide to Pearl Grading.

    Shape Description
    Round Uniformly spherical
    Near-round Almost spherical, with some minor variations
    Oval Symmetrical, rounded and oblong
    Button Symmetrical, slightly flattened
    Drop Symmetrical, pear shaped
    Semi-baroque Irregular, not quite symmetrical
    Baroque A pearl with an irregular shape
    Pearl Colour White with a Pink Overtone

    One of the most unique qualities of a pearl is its colour.

    At Winterson we grade the colour of the pearls in our jewellery with the GIA Pearl Description System. The table shows the different colour characteristics that may be displayed by a pearl.

    We will always disclose whether a pearl has been treated for colour.

    Learn more about the different types and qualities of pearls in our Guide to Pearl Grading.

    CharacteristicDescription
    Bodycolour The dominant, overall colour of a pearl
    Overtone Some pearls may display one or more additional overtones of colour in the reflection near the top of the pearl
    Orient The rainbow colours that are displayed just below the surface of a pearl, usually those of a baroque shape, as it is rotated
    Pearl Lustre Excellent

    The lustre of a pearl describes how light is reflected from a pearl's surface. The strength of a pearl's lustre is one of the most important qualities to consider.

    The pearls used in our jewellery are graded in accordance with the GIA Pearl Description System. The table describes the different strengths of lustre that are possible.

    Learn more about the different types and qualities of pearls in our Guide to Pearl Grading.

    LustreReflections of Light
    Excellent Bright and sharp
    Very Good Bright and near sharp
    Good Bright, but not sharp, slightly hazy
    Fair Weak and blurred
    Poor Dim and diffused
    Pearl Surface Clean

    Each pearl is unique and may often have small blemishes or irregularities on its surface.

    The presence of these surface characteristics may add to a pearl's individual beauty but, if significant, could suggest its durability might be affected.

    We grade the surface of the pearls in our jewellery with the GIA Pearl Description System. The table describes the different types of surface quality that are possible.

    Learn more about the different types and qualities of pearls in our Guide to Pearl Grading.

    SurfaceDescription
    Clean Blemish free, minute surface marking
    Lightly Spotted Some minor surface irregularities
    Moderately Spotted Noticeable surface characteristics
    Heavily Spotted Obvious, possibly affecting durability
    Poor Dim and diffused
    Nacre Quality Acceptable

    Nacre is the unique layered material that gives a pearl its reflective and iridescent properties. A pearl's beauty and value may be determined by the thickness and crystal structure of its nacre.

    All our pearls are selected for having the highest grading of nacre quality (described as Acceptable) under the GIA Pearl Description System.

    The table describes the different types of nacre quality that are possible.

    Learn more about the different types and qualities of pearls in our Guide to Pearl Grading.

    Nacre Description
    Acceptable No noticeable nucleus, not chalky
    Nucleus Visible Thin nacre, with poor pearl durability
    Chalky Dull appearance, with poor lustre
    Pearl Matching Excellent

    Matching describes the uniformity of appearance of two or more pearls that have been used in jewellery, for example in necklaces, bracelets or earrings.

    The pearls used in our jewellery are graded in accordance with the GIA Pearl Description System. The table describes the different levels of matching that are possible.

    Learn more about the different types and qualities of pearls in our Guide to Pearl Grading.

    MatchingDescription
    Excellent Pearls are uniform in appearance and drilled centrally
    Very Good Some minor variations in uniformity
    Good Minor variations in uniformity
    Fair Noticeable variations in uniformity
    Poor Very noticeable variations in uniformity
    Gemstone Ruby
    Metal 18 carat white gold
    Length 45cm Chain

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    Delivery Dates
    UK orders received before 11am on Monday to Friday are shipped the same day for next day delivery in the UK, including on Saturday. International orders that are received before 10am on Monday to Friday are shipped the same day and delivered approximately 2-5 working days after shipment.

    Insurance
    All our shipments are fully insured by us until they are signed for by you on delivery. Upon shipment, we will send you a confirmation with the details of how to track the progress of your order.

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