Basra Pearls (Basra Ka Moti)

Basra Pearl Prices

Basra Moti price can vary widely depending on several factors such as size, shape, color and overall quality. Basra Pearl is a highly popular origin variety of the natural pearl gemstone. But the origin is not determined even in the certificates issued by internationally recognized gem laboratories like GIA and Javeri. So, it becomes difficult for traders to prove whether a natural pearl referred as Basra gem is specially from Basra.

We, at GemPundit don’t endorse any random Natural Pearl as Basra Pearl to fetch a good premium. But beware, some fraudulent suppliers claim to provide Basra Pearls for sale online without any valid Bahrain certificate. In the gem market, original bahrain pearl price and value is generally determined by evaluating its Shape, Size, Color, Luster and Surface texture.

• Shape

  – Basra ka Moti price increases steeply for stones in round or near round shape. Baroque, drop shape and other asymmetrical Basra Pearl are common and, hence, comparatively less expensive.



• Size

  – Finding a Basra pearl gemstone above 2 carats, is extremely difficult. Therefore, above certain carats, the price of Basre ka Moti per carat increases drastically.



• Color

  – The original basra pearl price available in the market (if any) were extracted centuries ago. Therefore, most of them appear creamish white or white with yellow or pink tints. A pure white Basra pearl is rarest of the rare and fetches a good premium.



• Surface Texture

  – Basra pearl price increases for gems with smooth, clean and consistent outer surface. Due to its natural origin, the presence of minor spots and blemishes are acceptable up to an extent. However, major flaws such as cracks, dark spots or deep pits hamper quality, therefore, cannot be ruled out while assessing the Basra Pearl cost.



• Luster

  – As per the market trend, Basra Pearls that emit vibrant luminosity always demand a higher value. A dull and lusterless Basra ka Moti is comparatively less desirable and comparatively cheaper.

Basra Pearl Origin

The precious natural pearls originated from the cities lying in the Persian/Arabian Gulf region, have a strong reputation in the world of gems. The city Basra or Al Basrah (now located in Iraq) was the major trading center for the natural pearl harvested across the Persian Gulf. Earlier, the coasts of Bahrain, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates and Oman etc. were the major sources of Basra Pearl gemstone. Many of the varieties are named after their soul origin such as -

• Bahrain Pearl

  – Since last 2000 years, Bahrain Pearls have been prized as the finest quality pearls which the world has ever seen. They were formed by the mollusk called Pinctada radiata (Gulf Pearl Oyster) found in the coast near Bahrain region.



• Kuwait Pearls

  – Kuwait is another important Gulf country, renowned for its large size natural pearls named as Kuwait Pearls. One of its classic example is ‘The Pearl of Kuwait’. It was found in the water of Persian Gulf and measures around 258.12 grains (which is equal to 64.5 carats). This pearl from Kuwait is the third largest well-formed natural pearl drop found in the world.



• Black Pearl Kuwait

  – This variety of pearl was produced naturally by rare mollusk species called Pinctada margaritifera (Black-lip Pearl Oyster). Black pearl from Kuwait is a highly valuable, black colored natural pearl, which is primarily worn for jewelry purposes.