Natural South Sea Pearl (Moti) 16.54ct Pinkish Orange, Round, Indo-Pacific

₨ 82,000

Stone: Natural South Sea Pearl (Moti)
Weight: 16.54 carats
Color: Pinkish Orange
Shape: Round
Origin: Indo-Pacific
Transparency: Opaque
Condition: Natural, Untreated

In stock

SKU: PRL-5 Category: Pearl

16.54ct Pinkish Orange, The Rarest Color This Pearl Comes In

This natural south sea pearl 16.54ct pinkish orange is, without exaggeration, one of the most unusual color specimens in our current stock. The pinkish orange overtone on a round South Sea pearl at this weight is genuinely rare, we’ve declined six supposedly similar pieces this quarter alone before this one passed our check.

Pakistani buyers know this stone as Moti (موتی). Asli stone in this color is almost never found in Lahore’s Anarkali market or Karachi’s Saddar wholesale shops at this size. Browse our complete pearl stone collection to see how this compares to standard white grades.

Color Profile, Why Pinkish Orange Is Not an Accident

South Sea pearls form inside Pinctada maxima oysters across the Indo-Pacific, Australia, Indonesia, and the Philippines primarily. The pinkish orange color on this natural south sea pearl 16.54ct pinkish orange comes from trace mineral absorption during nacre formation, not from dye or treatment. No heat treatment. No coating. Verifiable under UV light.

A standard Indo-Pacific pearl at this weight runs white or cream. This specimen shows a warm salmon-to-apricot shift under natural daylight, and under fluorescent lighting, the pink overtone deepens noticeably (something Pakistani buyers rarely ask about, but should). Mohs hardness sits at 2.5 to 4.5, typical for organic gems. If we’re being honest, the color alone makes this a collector-grade piece.

Moti in Pakistani Tradition, Spiritual and Cultural Weight

Pearl carries Quranic significance. Surah Al-Waqi’ah and Surah Al-Rahman both reference pearls as adornments of Jannah, making Moti one of the few gemstones with direct scriptural mention. Wearing natural Moti is a well-established Sunnah-adjacent practice for Muslim men and women in Pakistan.

Astrologically, Moti is linked to the Moon (Qamar). It’s worn for emotional stability, improved relationships, and mental clarity, especially during times of stress. In Islamabad and Peshawar, brides receive Moti as part of nikkah and mehndi jewelry sets. A pinkish orange specimen like this one is considered especially auspicious for new beginnings. Worth it? At this weight and color, yes.

Authenticity: What Buyers Miss About Pearl Verification

What exactly are you getting here? That’s the right question. The pearl market in Pakistan, from Rawalpindi’s Raja Bazaar to Karachi’s wholesale lanes, is flooded with shell-bead imitations coated in nacre lacquer. They look identical in photos.

We verify every pearl with three checks: the tooth-grit test (real pearls drag slightly, fakes slide smooth), loupe inspection of nacre layering at the drill hole, and UV fluorescence (natural pearls glow blue-white evenly, treated ones show patches). This natural south sea pearl 16.54ct pinkish orange passed all three. Our gemstone authentication Pakistan process is documented and available to every buyer. Real stone. Real origin.

Frequently Asked Questions

pearl stone price in pakistan

Pearl stone price in Pakistan varies significantly by size, color, and origin. Standard white Moti starts around PKR 2,500 per carat. A rare pinkish orange South Sea pearl at 16.54ct, certified and untreated, sits in the PKR 40,000 to PKR 120,000 range depending on luster grade. Check current pearl stone price in pakistan directly with GK Jewelers via WhatsApp for exact pricing.

how to check pearl is real

Three tests work reliably. First, the tooth test, rub the pearl lightly on your front teeth. Real pearls feel faintly gritty. Fakes feel perfectly smooth. Second, check the surface under a 10x loupe, genuine nacre shows fine growth lines and slight irregularity. Third, hold it under UV light, natural pearls fluoresce blue-white evenly. Coated fakes show uneven or absent fluorescence.

how to wear pearl ring

In Pakistani Islamic tradition, pearl rings are worn in silver, not gold for men. The correct finger is the little finger (choti ungli) of the right hand. Wear it on a Monday, ideally after Fajr prayer, with the intention of connecting with the Moon’s energy. Women may wear it on any finger of either hand. Have the stone set loosely so it touches the skin.

What GK Jewelers Guarantees on This Stone

GK Jewelers Pakistan sources this pearl directly from Indo-Pacific traders, not through three layers of Karachi wholesalers. Lab-tested before listing. 7-day exchange policy, no drama. COD ships to 200+ cities. WhatsApp connects you to a gemologist directly. Our sourcing records are available on request (a detail most sellers skip). Pure. Natural. Untreated.

Get This Pinkish Orange Moti, Order Today

You can place your order right now via WhatsApp or through the product page. COD is available in Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, Quetta, Peshawar, and all major cities. Want it set in a ring or pendant before delivery? Tell us your metal preference and ring size. We’ll handle the rest. Don’t wait on a color this rare.

We have a 15-day return policy, which means you have 15 days after receiving your item to request a return. To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase. To start a return, you can contact us at info@gkjewelers.pk If your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return shipping label, as well as for instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted.
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