Absolutely, cultured pearls hold significant value in the global jewelry market. Unlike rare natural pearls that fetch sky-high prices at auctions, top-tier cultured pearls—especially saltwater varieties like Australian South Sea pearls and Tahitian black pearls—are still quite valuable. Premium pearl strands often sell for thousands, even tens of thousands, of dollars.

The value of cultured pearls depends on seven core criteria: size, shape, color, luster, surface cleanliness, nacre thickness, and the uniformity of all pearls in multi-pearl pieces (such as necklaces). Pearls with a large diameter, strong and highly reflective luster, few (or even no) visible surface flaws, and popular hues—like the golden glow of Australian South Sea pearls or the deep peacock green of Tahitian pearls—naturally command very high prices. Among these, Australian golden South Sea pearls, with their exceptional size (typically 9–16 mm in diameter) and rich, warm color, are even classified as one of the most investment-worthy categories of cultured pearls.

Compared to the two top-tier cultured pearl varieties mentioned above, freshwater cultured pearls are slightly more affordable—but this does not mean they lack investment value. Referring to the seven core criteria mentioned earlier, if freshwater cultured pearls meet such quality standards, they are also well worth buying and collecting.

Cultivating pearls is not a quick or easy process. From selecting healthy mollusks to maintaining clean, temperature-controlled water environments, the entire process requires 2–5 years of professional work. This investment of time, technology, and resources ensures that even mid-priced cultured pearls remain a worthwhile choice in the eyes of jewelry enthusiasts.