Long Necklace 68 Tahitian Pearls

Tahitian pearls are cultured mainly in French Polynesia using the Pinctada margaritifera pearl oyster. Although commonly referred to as black pearls, they naturally occur in a broad range of tones, from silvery gray to deeper shades, with varying overtones from pearl to pearl.

Kalinas & Tainos is a French-Caribbean jewelry brand founded in Saint-Barthélemy in 2011, where every creation draws inspiration from the sea, travel, and the beauty of natural materials.

At the heart of the brand is Jérémy, its founder and creative director, originally from Provence. With a lifelong passion for the underwater world, objects rich in history, and design, his journey naturally led him to the Caribbean, where the colors of the ocean, the unique light of Saint-Barthélemy, and the beauty of cultured pearls continue to inspire him every day.

For over fifteen years, Kalinas & Tainos has been designing and assembling customizable jewelry in Saint-Barthélemy, combining Tahitian, South Sea, freshwater, and Akoya cultured pearls, rare conch pearls, gemstones, ancient coins, kangaroo leather, sterling silver 925, and gold. Each creation is designed to reveal the unique character of these materials through an elegant, timeless style deeply inspired by the art of living in Saint-Barthélemy.

More than a piece of jewelry, Kalinas & Tainos seeks to convey an emotion, a travel memory, and a lasting connection to Saint-Barth. Each creation is designed to accompany its wearer through the years and stand the test of time, like the memory of a precious moment.

Remove the necklace before showering, swimming, exercising and sleeping. Avoid chlorine, household products and direct contact with perfume or cosmetics.

Before storing your necklace, gently wipe the pearls with a soft, dry cloth. This removes perspiration, cosmetics and other residues that may affect the materials over time, even while the piece remains in its jewelry box. Store it separately from other jewelry to limit friction.

How many pearls are in this necklace?

The necklace features 68 Tahitian cultured pearls.

Are all 68 pearls perfectly identical?

No. Cultured pearls naturally vary in tone, overtone, shape and surface appearance.

How should I store my necklace?

Before storing your necklace, gently wipe the pearls with a soft, dry cloth. This removes perspiration, cosmetics and other residues that may affect the materials over time, even while the piece remains in its jewelry box. Store it separately from other jewelry to limit friction.