the robert wan pearl museum

The Robert WAN Pearl Museum provides a comprehensive guide to the history and legends of pearls, crossing different cultures and civilizations. Visitors to the museum learn how the pearls are grafted and can see a collection of the world’s most beautiful cultured gems.

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overview

the museum overview

At the Robert Wan Pearl Museum, located on the enchanting island of Tahiti, visitors are immersed in the world of pearls, where they can learn everything there is to know about these luminous gems. The museum offers a comprehensive exploration of the historical figures who adorned themselves with pearls, delving into the intricacies of pearl farming, and providing insights into choosing the perfect pearl. From the secrets of their cultivation to their rich history, the museum educates and inspires pearl enthusiasts and newcomers alike. A highlight of the collection is the largest round Tahitian cultured pearl in existence: a 26mm round Tahitian Silver (grey) of AAA quality, weighing 8.7 grams. Aptly named the “Robert WAN,” this pearl epitomizes the pinnacle of pearl perfection. The Robert Wan Pearl Museum is not just an activity but an essential experience in Tahiti, offering visitors the tools and knowledge to appreciate the beauty and craftsmanship behind every pearl.

Exhibitions

Our Exhibitions

The Pearl and the Lagoons’ Protection

The pearl and the environment form the simplest and most fragile equations ever. Simple because one relies on the other and the other way ar...

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Choker and Connoisseur : Complicity

Robert Wan never hid his admiration for the beauty neither the joy he feels when his most beautiful creations are around the neck of women w...

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1973 – Originally Was South Marutea

1973 was the year of the first oil crisis. the Kippur war, the coup in Chile, the Peron return in Argentina, the World Trade Centre and the ...

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An Exceptional Know-How

Developing or buying pearl farms at the other side of the world was pure insanity, so was it. However it was also a question of business man...

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At the Beginning was the Mother of Pearl

The mother of pearl. It is an exceptional substance which name is often given in the atolls to the pearl oysters which are giving birth to t...

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Tribute to a Several Thousand-Year-Old Story

The pearl is the only recognized gem coming from a living organism, an odd mollusk named Pinctada Margaritifera (Cumingi species), that is u...

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Welcome to the Pearl World

In an interview released almost twenty years ago in an American magazine, Robert Wan explained his history or what is more his link with the...

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History

The history of pearlS

The history of pearls is marked by crowned heads, men and women, all equally eager for splendor, glory, and beauty. Crowns, tiaras, and necklaces compete in sumptuousness, and the pearl harmonizes more or less well with other precious gems. The black pearl remains extremely rare in this display of wealth from the great European courts. Legends about the pearl and its almost divine origin are found in all kinds of civilizations, particularly in India. Miniatures capture this legendary atmosphere surrounding the pearl. Poetic drawings underline the dreamy atmosphere.

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360 virtual visit

Experience the Magic Virtually to Celebrate Polynesian Culture. The Pearl is not just a gem; it's a symbol of French Polynesia, intricately woven into the fabric of our culture and traditions. By embarking on this virtual journey and discovering the secrets held within the Robert WAN Pearl Museum, you are taking a significant step towards embracing and sharing the Polynesian culture and savoir-faire.





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the LEGENDS OF PEARLS

Only Museum dedicated to the Pearl, the Robert Wan Pearl Museum provides numerous illustrations and explanations that are as adapted for amateurs as for experienced people. Robert Wan reveals all the secrets of conception of the Tahitian Cultured Pearls and discloses its symbol over the centuries. He also shares pieces from his private collection, among which the biggest Tahitian round Pearl of the world, called « La Robert WAN ».

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Featured

Features Of Pearl

THE COLOR

Our black pearls have countless hues: black, grey, medium grey, lighter grey, yellow, brown,cherry and so on. There are five main undertones (or subsidiary colors): pink, green, pistachio, blue, and magenta. Some colors, like peacock green, are particularly sought after, but your taste should be the only arbiter of your choice.

THE COLOR

THE ORIENT

A high-quality pearl is composed of over a thousand fine layers of microscopic crystals of aragonite. They catch the play of light that seems to originate from the very depths of the pearl. This interplay of light is called the orient or iridescence. The luster is the reflection of light on the surface, and this is what gives the pearl its sheen.

THE ORIENT

THE SHAPE

Our black pearls come in many different shapes, such as the perfect sphere, the asymmetrical baroque pearl, the button, the pear, the teardrop, etc. Pearls that are perfectly round and symmetrical are extremely rare, and this enhances their value.

THE SHAPE

THE QUALITY

Quality is based on surface cleanliness, assessed without the need for magnification. The TOP GEM pearls are perfect and blemish-free. TOP (A) pearls have 90% of their surface clean. AAA1 (B) and AAA2 (C+) pearls are 75-91% and 55-76% clean respectively, indicating minor imperfections. AA1 (C & C-) and AA2 (D+) pearls show more visible flaws with only 25-56% and 26% cleanliness. The lowest grade, A+ (D), includes heavily spotted commercial quality pearls.

THE QUALITY

THE SIZE

Black pearls, particularly those from the Tahitian pearl variety, are renowned for their unique and striking appearance. The size of these pearls can range significantly, from as small as 3mm to as large as 26mm. Here’s a detailed overview of the size features and considerations for black pearls within this range:

THE SIZE

THE COLOR

Our black pearls have countless hues: black, grey, medium grey, lighter grey, yellow, brown,cherry and so on. There are five main undertones (or subsidiary colors): pink, green, pistachio, blue, and magenta. Some colors, like peacock green, are particularly sought after, but your taste should be the only arbiter of your choice.

THE COLOR

THE ORIENT

A high-quality pearl is composed of over a thousand fine layers of microscopic crystals of aragonite. They catch the play of light that seems to originate from the very depths of the pearl. This interplay of light is called the orient or iridescence. The luster is the reflection of light on the surface, and this is what gives the pearl its sheen.

THE ORIENT

THE SHAPE

Our black pearls come in many different shapes, such as the perfect sphere, the asymmetrical baroque pearl, the button, the pear, the teardrop, etc. Pearls that are perfectly round and symmetrical are extremely rare, and this enhances their value.

THE SHAPE

THE QUALITY

Quality is based on surface cleanliness, assessed without the need for magnification. The TOP GEM pearls are perfect and blemish-free. TOP (A) pearls have 90% of their surface clean. AAA1 (B) and AAA2 (C+) pearls are 75-91% and 55-76% clean respectively, indicating minor imperfections. AA1 (C & C-) and AA2 (D+) pearls show more visible flaws with only 25-56% and 26% cleanliness. The lowest grade, A+ (D), includes heavily spotted commercial quality pearls.

THE QUALITY

THE SIZE

Black pearls, particularly those from the Tahitian pearl variety, are renowned for their unique and striking appearance. The size of these pearls can range significantly, from as small as 3mm to as large as 26mm. Here’s a detailed overview of the size features and considerations for black pearls within this range:

THE SIZE

THE COLOR

Our black pearls have countless hues: black, grey, medium grey, lighter grey, yellow, brown,cherry and so on. There are five main undertones (or subsidiary colors): pink, green, pistachio, blue, and magenta. Some colors, like peacock green, are particularly sought after, but your taste should be the only arbiter of your choice.

THE COLOR

THE ORIENT

A high-quality pearl is composed of over a thousand fine layers of microscopic crystals of aragonite. They catch the play of light that seems to originate from the very depths of the pearl. This interplay of light is called the orient or iridescence. The luster is the reflection of light on the surface, and this is what gives the pearl its sheen.

THE ORIENT

THE SHAPE

Our black pearls come in many different shapes, such as the perfect sphere, the asymmetrical baroque pearl, the button, the pear, the teardrop, etc. Pearls that are perfectly round and symmetrical are extremely rare, and this enhances their value.

THE SHAPE

THE QUALITY

Quality is based on surface cleanliness, assessed without the need for magnification. The TOP GEM pearls are perfect and blemish-free. TOP (A) pearls have 90% of their surface clean. AAA1 (B) and AAA2 (C+) pearls are 75-91% and 55-76% clean respectively, indicating minor imperfections. AA1 (C & C-) and AA2 (D+) pearls show more visible flaws with only 25-56% and 26% cleanliness. The lowest grade, A+ (D), includes heavily spotted commercial quality pearls.

THE QUALITY

THE SIZE

Black pearls, particularly those from the Tahitian pearl variety, are renowned for their unique and striking appearance. The size of these pearls can range significantly, from as small as 3mm to as large as 26mm. Here’s a detailed overview of the size features and considerations for black pearls within this range:

THE SIZE

THE COLOR

Our black pearls have countless hues: black, grey, medium grey, lighter grey, yellow, brown,cherry and so on. There are five main undertones (or subsidiary colors): pink, green, pistachio, blue, and magenta. Some colors, like peacock green, are particularly sought after, but your taste should be the only arbiter of your choice.

THE COLOR

THE ORIENT

A high-quality pearl is composed of over a thousand fine layers of microscopic crystals of aragonite. They catch the play of light that seems to originate from the very depths of the pearl. This interplay of light is called the orient or iridescence. The luster is the reflection of light on the surface, and this is what gives the pearl its sheen.

THE ORIENT

THE SHAPE

Our black pearls come in many different shapes, such as the perfect sphere, the asymmetrical baroque pearl, the button, the pear, the teardrop, etc. Pearls that are perfectly round and symmetrical are extremely rare, and this enhances their value.

THE SHAPE

THE QUALITY

Quality is based on surface cleanliness, assessed without the need for magnification. The TOP GEM pearls are perfect and blemish-free. TOP (A) pearls have 90% of their surface clean. AAA1 (B) and AAA2 (C+) pearls are 75-91% and 55-76% clean respectively, indicating minor imperfections. AA1 (C & C-) and AA2 (D+) pearls show more visible flaws with only 25-56% and 26% cleanliness. The lowest grade, A+ (D), includes heavily spotted commercial quality pearls.

THE QUALITY

THE SIZE

Black pearls, particularly those from the Tahitian pearl variety, are renowned for their unique and striking appearance. The size of these pearls can range significantly, from as small as 3mm to as large as 26mm. Here’s a detailed overview of the size features and considerations for black pearls within this range:

THE SIZE

THE COLOR

Our black pearls have countless hues: black, grey, medium grey, lighter grey, yellow, brown,cherry and so on. There are five main undertones (or subsidiary colors): pink, green, pistachio, blue, and magenta. Some colors, like peacock green, are particularly sought after, but your taste should be the only arbiter of your choice.

THE COLOR

THE ORIENT

A high-quality pearl is composed of over a thousand fine layers of microscopic crystals of aragonite. They catch the play of light that seems to originate from the very depths of the pearl. This interplay of light is called the orient or iridescence. The luster is the reflection of light on the surface, and this is what gives the pearl its sheen.

THE ORIENT

THE SHAPE

Our black pearls come in many different shapes, such as the perfect sphere, the asymmetrical baroque pearl, the button, the pear, the teardrop, etc. Pearls that are perfectly round and symmetrical are extremely rare, and this enhances their value.

THE SHAPE

THE QUALITY

Quality is based on surface cleanliness, assessed without the need for magnification. The TOP GEM pearls are perfect and blemish-free. TOP (A) pearls have 90% of their surface clean. AAA1 (B) and AAA2 (C+) pearls are 75-91% and 55-76% clean respectively, indicating minor imperfections. AA1 (C & C-) and AA2 (D+) pearls show more visible flaws with only 25-56% and 26% cleanliness. The lowest grade, A+ (D), includes heavily spotted commercial quality pearls.

THE QUALITY

THE SIZE

Black pearls, particularly those from the Tahitian pearl variety, are renowned for their unique and striking appearance. The size of these pearls can range significantly, from as small as 3mm to as large as 26mm. Here’s a detailed overview of the size features and considerations for black pearls within this range:

THE SIZE

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