Tahitian Black Pearl Bolo / Lariat Necklace

This versatile design invites you to play—wear it as a bolo, lariat, wrapped, or tied in your own way. There are no rules in our collection, only freedom to style each piece as it feels right for you.

Strung on super-soft deer leather, available in chocolate or black, the necklace is accented with reclaimed sterling nuggets and a mix of Tahitian black pearls in varying sizes. These pearls are some of the rarest in the world—certified in size by the Tahitian government before leaving the islands to guarantee authenticity and preciousness. Their luminous, natural iridescence shifts with hints of peacock green, silver, and violet, carrying the energy of wisdom, protection, and integrity.

A necklace of movement and flow, this piece offers infinite possibilities of wear while grounding the body in the rare medicine of the ocean.

Tahitian Black Pearls

A Rare Treasure of the Sea

Tahitian black pearls are among the rarest and most precious gems in the world. Unlike traditional white pearls, they are formed only in the Pinctada margaritifera—the black-lipped oyster—found in the warm, pristine lagoons of French Polynesia. These oysters are capable of producing pearls in a range of deep, iridescent hues: shimmering black, silver, peacock green, blue, and violet. Their natural color and luster are unmatched, making each pearl a one-of-a-kind treasure.

Every Tahitian pearl is carefully certified by the Tahitian government before it is allowed to leave the islands, ensuring authenticity and guaranteeing its size and quality. This certification process underscores not only their rarity but their immense value—each pearl that makes its way into the world carries with it the stamp of both nature’s artistry and human reverence.

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Energy & Medicine of Tahitian Black Pearls

Beyond their beauty, Tahitian pearls are known for their powerful energetic qualities. They are considered stones of wisdom, protection, and integrity, grounding the wearer in the truth of their worth. Their dark, iridescent surfaces reflect light in endless variations, reminding us of the depth of the soul and the unseen mysteries of the sea.

Many cultures view black pearls as talismans of strength, believed to protect voyagers and to bring balance to those navigating times of transformation. Wearing them is said to align one with the rhythm of the ocean, offering both calm and courage.

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History & Cultural Significance

For centuries, black pearls have been revered across Polynesian culture as symbols of rarity, prosperity, and divine connection. Ancient legends tell of the god Oro, who gifted the black pearl to humans as a symbol of his love and eternal protection.

Once reserved for royalty and the highest ranks of society, these pearls remain a mark of timeless elegance and sacred adornment. Their journey from oyster to jewel is long and arduous, requiring patience, respect, and balance with nature.

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The Oysters & Their World

The Pinctada margaritifera oyster, also called the black-lipped oyster, is native to the turquoise lagoons of Tahiti and French Polynesia. These oysters thrive only in the purest waters, and their environment directly affects the beauty of the pearls they create.

The process of pearl formation is nature’s miracle: layer upon layer of nacre builds over time, creating a gem that is not only radiant but enduring. Because of the slow and delicate growth, each pearl is a true rarity—no two alike.

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Why We Use Tahitian Pearls

In our collection, we work only with authentic, certified Tahitian black pearls, blending them with reclaimed metals and natural materials to honor both the earth and sea. For us, these pearls are more than adornment—they are sacred medicine, reminding us of resilience, depth, and the timeless connection between humanity and the ocean.

Wearing a Tahitian pearl is to wear the sea itself: rare, powerful, and infinitely alive.