SHAO Jewelry About Our Prices

At SHAO Jewelry, we believe luxury should be honest, accessible, and meaningful—not defined by markups or hidden costs. Here’s how we ensure every pearl offers unmatched value:

Direct from Source, Designed for You

By partnering directly with sustainable pearl farms in Japan, Australia and the Philippines, we eliminate layers of middlemen. This means you pay up to 80% less than traditional jewelers for the same premium Akoya or South Sea pearls. Our artisans in Hong Kong and Los Angeles handcraft each piece, blending time-honored techniques with modern design—no mass-production markups, just fair prices for heirloom quality.

Transparency You Can Trust

Every pearl’s journey is documented.

Origin: Our pearls are sourced exclusively from sustainable farms in Japan, the Philippines, and Australia, or ethically harvested from natural wild waters.

Rigorous Grading: Full details on luster, surface quality, and size, making sure every pearl meets according standards.

Environmental Impact: Making sure that your pearl was grown using zero-dredging, reef-safe methods.

Ethical Pricing, Empowered Communities

Our prices reflect more than materials—they support people and planet.

Artisan Fair Wages: 20% of every sale goes directly to our female-led artisan collectives in Hong Kong, Los Angeles, and Mexico, ensuring their craft thrives for generations.

Sustainability Fund: 3% of annual revenue funds ocean conservation and women’s resilience programs, like scholarships for daughters of pearl farmers.

SHAO’s Promises

In a world of fast fashion, we choose slow, intentional craftsmanship. Our prices aren’t just numbers—they’re promises:

No Exploitation: We reject cheap labor and synthetic pearls.

No Greenwashing: Every claim is verified, from farm to clasp.

No Pressure: Our 90-day returns and lifetime care guides ensure you love your pearls, guilt-free.