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Worth of 14k gold & 4mm pearl cultured earrings.  starstarstarstarstar
Hi Pearl Guru,

I'm about to sell a pair of 14 karat gold earrings with 4mm cultured pearls on ebay, and I'm wondering how much they're worth.

Thanks ...

Do I have a mikimoto pearl bracelet?  starstarstarstarstar
I have had this bracelet for 15 or more years. The clasp is 14k gold and looks like a bow-tie on the back in very small print are the numbers 585 and ...

Gritty Pearls  starstarstarstarstar
I have a 22 inch strand of pearls. I inherited them from my grandmother, who received them from my grandfather, who, I believe, purchased them in Japan....

Value Of My 180 Pearl Necklace  starstarstarstarstar
i have a 2 strand graduated pearl necklace with a diamond and pearl clasp with the name Deltar on the back of the clasp. There are 180 pearls on my necklace ...

Majorica Pearls Barcelona, Spain  starstarstarstarstar
I was cleaning out my 90 year old Grandmother's house and I found a red box with 3 single strands of pearls. One has a fancier clasp than the other 2. But,...

Mikimoto Clasps  starstarstarstarstar
How long has the current "signature" Mikimoto clasp been in use? I refer to the 18k yellow gold clasp that is a swirled figure 8 in design with a small ...

How Much is a Peach Natural Pearl That is 1 cm in Diameter Worth?  starstarstarstarstar
How much is a peach pearl that is 1 cm in diameter worth? It is a real natural pearl; i got it out of the mollusk myself.

Is there a difference between a strand of Mikimoto pearls bought in 1995 and one bought 60 years ago?  starstarstarstarstar
A relative sold my strand of pearls without permission. I went to the jewelry store that he sold them to and found them. The store clerk/owner said no;...

Mikimoto Pearl Earrings  starstarstarstarstar
Can you give an estimated value to these clasp style earrings with Cultured Mikimoto pearls, 2 pearls per earring, silver (?) mounts. 40+ years old. ...

Mikimoto Clasp  starstarstarstarstar
Hello - My friend's Mikimoto pearl necklace was purchased in the 1990's and was recently stolen and sold to a local jewelry store.

We found the pearl ...

Majorica Pearl Gift Set  starstarstarstarstar
I have a gift set consisting of necklace, bracelet, and post earrings of Marjorica pearls. It's still in original box and has the orginal tags. How much ...

Gold Pearl From Hawaii  starstarstarstarstar
I have a gold pearl that my cousin got for me in Hawaii by cracking open an oyster. It's also registered there. How much would it be worth? Just a guesstimate....

Antique pearl necklace with the burgundy, gold and green enamel box  starstarstarstarstar
I have a set of Mikimoto pearl necklaces and in the original enamel box bought in Japan by my father in 1952. Could you please give me a rough estimate ...

Mexico Cultured Pearls  starstarstarstarstar
I have a 4 strand necklace of cultured pearls that were bought in Mexico from 40 to 50 years ago. The clasp is not special, a hook and a strand of small ...

How do I Get Pearls xray & Certified: They are Natural Pearls from the Late 1700's  starstarstarstarstar
Hi there,
I have a strand of very even natural pearls with amazing luster from the late 1700's or early 1800's. They belonged to my Great Great Grandmother,...

Majorica Pearls in Box With Small Pearl in Bow With 6 Diamonds and Another Pearl Set  starstarstarstarstar
Was wondering how much these pearls were worth?
The first set has 74 pearls and a bow clasp with 3 diamonds and a small pearl in he middle.

The second ...

Black Pearl Necklace from 1920's  starstarstarstarstar
My great Grandmother gave me a black pearl surrounded by 8 tiny diamonds which is worn on a silver chain as a necklace.

It means a lot to me, but I'...

real antique pearl earrings  starstarstarstarstar
any idea of the value of real victorian single pearl earrings about the size of a decent pea, set on gold posts with chrysanthemum style top against the ...

Are My ORIENTA Pearls Valuable?  starstarstarstarstar
Box they came in says Orienta. double strand cream color with diamond clasp

What's My Mikimoto Necklace Worth?  starstarstarstarstar
Hello,

How do I find the worth of the Mikimoto necklace I own.
I'd also like to find a way to sell it if it's even worth anything.

I received ...

mikimoto treasure found  starstarstarstarstar
I have discovered after cleaning my grandmother's house a box with what I believe to be a triple strand of mikimoto pearls. They have a certificate with ...

Vogue Pearls  starstarstarstarstar
I was just given some pearls from my Grandfather that were my grandmothers who just passed away. She wore them up to 70 years ago but I am not sure if ...

Japanese pearls, value, please  starstarstarstarstar
20" cultured graduated pearl necklace, restrung twice in original box, Asahi Pearl Co bought 1955 in Japan. Also pearl studs in Hojo box also bought at ...

Single Mikimoto Pearl  starstarstarstarstar
found a single mikimoto pearl. what is it worth? it is the size of my pinkie finger nail. my mom had on a ring, the pearl fell out and she has since ...

Majorica Pearls  starstarstarstarstar
About how much is an 18" Majorica pearl necklace and post earrings worth?

RJSA Hallmark  starstarstarstarstar
I purchased a pearl necklace from ebay. The clasp resembles a Mikimoto clasp with a small pearl on it. The underside is stamped 18K, and over it appears ...

William Spector pearls info  starstarstarstarstar
I have been given a pair of William Spector pearls . They are in their original box. I have been unable to find out information on William Spector, Manufacturer ...

Pearls Carat  starstarstarstarstar
How to measure the carat for the pearls?



restringing of my mikimotos  starstarstarstarstar
I have a strand of 40+ year old, hand strung mikimoto pearls, perfectly matched. I took them to the local mikimoto dealer to be restrung, since they never ...

Info and Value of My Mikimoto Pearls  starstarstarstarstar
i have a small strand of mikimoto graduated cultured pearls 14k L silver clasp in original yellow floral box

Can any one help me date or value ...

Majorica Pearl Necklace From 1963  starstarstarstarstar
I received a single strand pearl necklace for my 16th birthday in 1963. I did not know it was a Majorica until today when I saw the markings on the clasp....

I need a Chanel pearl necklace reglazed  starstarstarstarstar
I bought a 1981 Chanel pearl necklace with the hopes of getting it repaired, but most of them have some peeling issues. Is there anyone other than Chanel ...

Cultured Pearl,Types, Future Market?  starstarstarstarstar
Hello Pearl Guru,
I am interested in Pearl Cultivation, but am a layman into this market. I would like to know some details of the same:-

1. What ...

Value of 101 Pearls  starstarstarstarstar
I have a cultured pearl necklace. It was purchased right after the korean war. The box it came in says, William Specter fine cultured pearls. Its strand ...

18 inch real pearl necklace, purchased by mother in Japan 1963  starstarstarstarstar
Mother left me her pearl necklace. Due to my health, I'm 59 yrs. must sell but not sure what to ask for it?
Also, have a jade turtle pin, 1 jade earring ...

Name of pearl company, etc.  starstarstarstarstar
Hello: My husband gave me a beautiful cultured pearl necklace which I wore for our wedding. It came in a heart shaped box and I think the name Cordora ...

Trying to figure out if these pearls are cultured or glass.   starstarstarstarstar
The seller says the clasp is unmarked, but it is possible that she cannot see the marking?
Thank you so much! Elizabeth

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Value of 115 Pearl Strand   starstarstarstarstar
I would like to know the Value of a 115 pearl strand, 28 l/2" length, 6 MM Lane Crawford reference # 42/HB35


how do i clean a pearl necklace thats 80 years old  starstarstarstarstar
how do i clean an 80 year old pearl necklace?
Thanks for any help.


Selling a strand of real pearls  starstarstarstarstar
I own a 16-inch strand of authenticated and x-ray verified natural pearls, bought from Tiffany in NYC around 1900. They are graduated with perfect symmetry ...

How can i obtain the age of the Pearls ?  starstarstarstarstar
Greetings,

I really love your site, I am learning much (Thank You)
I have these Pearl earings that were my Great-Grandmothers. I learned from you ...

I HAVE A PEARL NECKLACE.  starstarstarstarstar
I have a pearl necklace and I've been trying to see if it's worth anything. I got it from my mother who got it from her mother.

It has 70 pearls and ...

Black Pearls from Japan 1960's  starstarstarstarstar
My mother bought black pearls in the market when my father was stationed in Japan. They were never strung but have the wholes to be strung. Do you have ...

mikimoto value  starstarstarstarstar
could you please inform me of the value of a mikimoto
95 pearl single strand necklet from 1963, comes with guarantee booklet.



price please of 8 mm pearls  starstarstarstarstar
I have a single pink 8mm pearl necklace on a 14 carat gold chain, how much would this be worth? Thank you.

Value of Tiffany Pearls   starstarstarstarstar
Hi there,

I have a strand of graduated pearls with a Tiffany clasp with small diamonds that is circa 1940. Any idea the worth?



How to identify the age and value of Majorica pearls.  starstarstarstarstar
I inherited a strand of pearls in the original box and with an identification number from Majorica. Is there a resource where I can learn the actual age ...

2-strand vintage beige pearls  starstarstarstarstar
i have a vintage 2-strand beige colored pearl (approx 8mm) necklace that was my aunt's. It has a sterling silver clasp. 1 strand of pearls is 22in the ...

50 year old mikimoto necklace and earings  starstarstarstarstar
I have a set of mikimoto pearl necklace and screw type single pearl earings which look like they are set in silver. The box is the original one they came ...

History of Buddah Pearls  starstarstarstarstar
What would be the most trustable date of chinese Buddah Pearls? I have read several informations placing them from 2000 years before J.C. up to the 13 ...

Cultured Pearls by Jason  starstarstarstarstar
I've had a strand of pearls for 40 years that were bought at a Mom and Pop jewelry store. The leather case says "Cultured Pearls by Jason". The strand ...

17.5mm south sea pearl earrings  starstarstarstarstar
hi! i wanted to know the value of my 17.5mm south sea pearl earrings. where is the best place to have it appraised? tnx!

How do I restore the luster to my pearls?  starstarstarstarstar
I was cleaning the silver clasp on my pearls and dropped them in the solution. The luster is gone can I restore it?



the worth of your pearls?  starstarstarstarstar
How do you know what the value of the pearls would be if they were bought years ago, and they have never been appraised. The pearls are cultured, there ...

Peeled pearls and maker mark  starstarstarstarstar
This 16 in. strand of pearls has 4 pearls (out of 46) that someone has attempted to peel. Why would anyone do that? It was purchased at a flea market ...

Does anyone give appraisals on pearls?  starstarstarstarstar
I visited Majorica, Spain in 1972. My husband purchased a Majorica Pearl necklace.

It's cream colored, 7mm and 60cm. Don't remember what we paid ...

Antique Pearl with Ganesh Face  starstarstarstarstar
i have an antique pearl on which ganesh face appear and i want to sell it. so, please send your mail id, and i will send you the image of that pearl. (images ...

Natural Pearl  starstarstarstarstar
I am looking to buy a natural pearl, certficated, either (preferably) loose or otherwise mounted in an antique ring. Pearl should be 10mm max. If you have ...

What is the basis for the unit "chow" for pearls?  starstarstarstarstar
The formula for calculating the "chows" per carat involves squaring the carat weight (multiplying the carat weight by itself), and multiplying that by ...

The Pearl  starstarstarstarstar
Can we exchange hearts?
I'll take yours for a trip
to a world full of feelings
to a sea full of fish
I'll have it swim
I'll have it swing
with ...

Pillow Pearls | Barbara BB  starstarstarstarstar
I have antique earrings that appear to each have .5 inch pearl set in prongs. The pearl does not look like a mabe pearl. It looks like a pillow. I ...

I have Akoya Pearls!  starstarstarstarstar
I have an Akoya pearl necklace which is approximately 8mm. I have had the pearls for 25 years. can you let me know the approximate valution on these pearls
...

How Much is My Love Pearl Worth?  starstarstarstarstar
I got this for $10 at a market, on the label it says its from the ancient south sea, and it's called the Love Pearl. It's a pretty fair size, with a peach ...

I am trying to find the maker of a silver & pearl bracelet.  starstarstarstarstar
I have a pearl & silver bracelet. I've been wondering who the maker is. The maker's mark is a K w/in a flower or scalloped circle. Would you happen to ...

value of pearls  starstarstarstarstar
I have a double strand of Mikimoto pearls, (190 in all) from 4MM to 7 1/2MM that I inherited from my mother. They were bought in 1963. I would like to ...

Seed Pearl Necklace | Are They Natural Pearls?  starstarstarstarstar
Hi
I have acquired a gorgeous triple strand seed pearl necklace that features open-work and is a two-dimensional piece, with three largish central floral ...

Mikimoto Pearls arranged in Clusters of Grapes  starstarstarstarstar
I have a lovely old mikimoto pendant. it has 10 small pearls arranged like a cluster of grapes with silver leaves. It is at least 40 years old. Can you ...

Addresses for GIA offices  starstarstarstarstar
Can you please give me the name, address, and phone number of the nearest GIA office in Spartanburg, SC?

Tiffany's Natural Pearls  starstarstarstarstar
I have a 16 1/2 inch, graduated natural pearl necklace terminated by oval diamond, marked "Tiffany & Co" circa 1910. There are 87 round light cream pearls,...

NAME OF PEARL  starstarstarstarstar
HELLO!

I FOUND A VERY NICE FOSSIL SHELLS DEEP IN THE PIT OF A MOUNTAINE RIVER, IN A MUD. WHAT KIND IS IT?



Could a glass pearl necklace be 50 years old?   starstarstarstarstar
I have a pearl necklace that is at least 50 years old and the pearls look very much like glass. If they are indeed glass pearls, could the necklace ...

300 karat wild abalone pearl!  starstarstarstarstar
Very colorful, 98% perfectly formed, horn shape, 4 inch
by 2 and quarter inch. Largest in the world fully formed. Any suggestion on how much it's worth....

Who made these mabe pearl earrings with the anchor mark?  starstarstarstarstar
I have a pair of mabe pearl earrings marked 14K gold. The maker's mark is an anchor with the letter A on the left and the letter L or C on the right. Can ...

Natural Pearls   starstarstarstarstar
"When people say, a string of pearls is perfectly matched. The secret is that you match natural pearls so that all the pearls in the string of pearls age ...

How much are my Pearls worth?  starstarstarstarstar
I have a set of pearl errings and necklace from Japan given too my late Mother 60 years ago.

I have persian gulf pearls that are GIA certified  starstarstarstarstar
I was born in Bahrain my parents lived there about 40 years ago and invested in several pieces. I have a couple of pieces I would like to sell but need ...

I have mikimoto pearls that are approx. 75 yrs old..how do I find out their value?  starstarstarstarstar
the value of mikimoto pearls approx 75 yrs old? Thank you.

value of grandmothers pearl necklace  starstarstarstarstar
I inherited my grandmother's pearl necklace twenty plus years ago. I have no idea of the value, pretty sure they come from the 40's. They are a graduated ...

Black Mourning Pearls  starstarstarstarstar
Good evening.
I have a set of black mourning beads or pearls that I inherited when my Aunt passed away. The original string that they were strung on ...

Mikimoto Necklace  starstarstarstarstar
I have an 82cm necklace of mikimoto pearls. The pearls are 8mm, clean and in good condition. There is a 9ct gold clasp for the necklace. What would ...

I have 4 baroque pearls of different colors and not drilled? What is the value?  starstarstarstarstar
I have 5 baroque pearls of different and subtle shades and they have not been drilled. They were my Aunt's and are in a small box with the original invoice....

I have and old set of stud pearl earrings and necklace in original leather box  starstarstarstarstar
I have and old set of stud pearl earrings and necklace, the earrings are pearl studs and a single pearl pendant with a fine gold chain. In the original ...

identifying natural or cultured pearls?  starstarstarstarstar
l have a string of graduated pearls with a blue hue,
these are old pearls, how do l know if these are
natural or cultured pearls? thanks

I have Miki Moto Pearls that were handed down from my mother.  starstarstarstarstar
I was wondering the value of them. My father bought them over seas in 1968. What is the estimated value? Becky

Help me find the maker of this strand of pearls.  starstarstarstarstar
I previously submitted a question regarding any information that can be derived from the markings on the clasp of my pearls necklace, i.e. age, quality ...

Inherited Pearl Necklace  starstarstarstarstar
I inherited a pearl necklace, Cultured Pearls I believe, with an ornate 14K clasp that has the letter H written in script on the clasp and was just wondering ...

Are these genuine Mikimotos and approximate value?  starstarstarstarstar
These were left to me by my grandmother. An old flame got them for her as gift during thr Korean War. They are in a Red Box. The satin lined lid says ...

I inherited my great grandmothers pearls  starstarstarstarstar
17 inch or 17 and 1/4 inch single strand pearls graduated excellent condition says 10K g on the clasp. I am in my 60's and the pearls were my great ...

approx how much is it my necklace worth  starstarstarstarstar
Hello, my mother recently pasted away and going thru her jewelry I came across a box with a set of majorica pearls in it.

could you tell me anything ...

Hi 24mm Pearl  starstarstarstarstar
Wow thanks for the heads up, after reading your email we double checked that the GIA could be done in California and of coarse your right it looks like ...

24mm Pearl  starstarstarstarstar
The Californian office GIA no longer handles pearls only the New York office does Pearls now. Meeting with the owner tomorrow so will ask him to forward ...

Pearl  starstarstarstarstar
Hello again, any idea how or who we should go to in regards to selling the 24mm pearl and do you have any idea what such a thing would sell for.

...

Help 24mm South Sea Pearl  starstarstarstarstar
We have a client that wants us to sell his Pearl for him, he purchased it 34 yrs ago and has been in a safe in a Bank in San Diego USA ever since, it is ...

120+ year old graduated pearls with antique sterling clasp  starstarstarstarstar
I was given my Godmother's pearls, which are of a beige color. I am 52, my Godmother died in 1972. At that time she was 82. She was given the pearls as ...

Edwardian Pearl Sautoir  starstarstarstarstar
Hi I have So I am told an Edwardian Pearl Sautoir

It is fascinating but frustrating in the same vein.

I have done so much research about it to find ...

Value of Natural Pearls  starstarstarstarstar
Good Afternoon!

I have a strand of "real", matched pearls (not cultured), close to 100 years old, but have been stored and cared for carefully. Are ...

PM on Pearl Clasp  starstarstarstarstar
I have a double stand of pearls with a pm then 70 in a octagan shaped on a flower rinestone clasp. Any idea what this is?

Antique Mikimoto Pearls Left to Me..  starstarstarstarstar
Greetings..after extensive searches I happened upon your site..
I have some mikimoto pearl jewelry items that were left to me recently after my moms passing ...

Looking for any pearl information  starstarstarstarstar
I recently received a pearl necklace that was bought in Korea around 1953. I took them to have them restrung and the clasp repaired, and was assured by ...

Pink Pearls- What type of pearl and how old are they?  starstarstarstarstar
I have a strand of pink pearls and they are quite old. They have an unusual clasp. The clasp has what appears to be six diamonds in a bow. The clasp slides ...

Phyllis | Graduated Mikimoto Pearls  starstarstarstarstar
I have a pair of Mikimoto 18 in graduated pearls from the 60's
could you give me an idea of what they are worth.



I have inherited a set of pearls - necklace, bracelet and, earrings..  starstarstarstarstar
Hi I have a set of pearls that i inherited from my great grandmother, they went to my mother, then to me. It's a pearl necklace, bracelet and earrings....

Old Gold Mikimoto Pearl Ring  starstarstarstarstar
I was just given a pearl mikimoto ring, gold with one pearl in the original box and I was trying to find out its age and approx value.

I tried finding ...

What types of pearls are there?  starstarstarstarstar
What types of pearls were around in those days?


What type of pearls are they?  starstarstarstarstar
antique pearls dont know anything about them? Any ideas?

what is chow?  starstarstarstarstar
how many chow's make a carat?

Abalone Pearl  starstarstarstarstar
How and where would I sell this? Found off the California coast near FT. Bragg, CA. I thought it kinda looks like a dolphin or killer whale. It is a ...

Value of a Pearl Ring  starstarstarstarstar
hi I've been left some jewelry and 1 piece is a pearl ring. It's either silver or white gold. How do you know its real and is it valuable?

thanks
...

Green turbo Marmoratus pearls 13 gram  starstarstarstarstar
Dear....

we would like to know good buyer for special natural
pearls from many kind of the sea shell, cause we collecting this from south pacific ...

mid-late 1800's solitaire pearl ring -I've never seen a pearl like this  starstarstarstarstar
This belonged to my Great great Aunt Julia; she was born in the mid 1800's, was from New York and traveled to Colorado escorting my 15 year old Grandfather ...

PEARL RING  starstarstarstarstar
what does a crown and 18 45 and another mark on a gold ring mean?

I asked a pearl question yesterday but  starstarstarstarstar
I live in a smallish town in Seymour, Connecticut and I have no clue as to whom I should bring my pearls to for evaluation. Also, the link that was sent ...

I have a few gulf pearls, and have NO idea what they are worth...  starstarstarstarstar
I just recently went to Qatar to do field research on the history of pearl diving. I learned much about the process of diving for pearls in the gulf, and ...

My wife has a pearl heart pendant..   starstarstarstarstar
She has taken it to a jeweler but all they could tell us is that they thought it was from the 1930s. When you look at the back under a magnifying glass ...

Can pearls be a warm off white color ?  starstarstarstarstar
I have a very old pearl necklace and a newer one -- the new pearl necklace is white in color ( 40 years old) and the other pearl necklace is warm beige ...

Where can I find someone to refinish pearls?  starstarstarstarstar
I have pearls (peach, I think) that are pretty, although they are quite scratched and chipped. Does anyone know of a place that would refinish them?
...

50 to 60 year old pearls  starstarstarstarstar
I have pearls that are about 50 to 60 years old. Do you know where I can get them apprasied in Ontario Canada?

Mikimoto Cultured Pearls  starstarstarstarstar
I have recently inherited a 4 strand Mikimoto pearl neclace. I dont know much about pearls or their value. I was interested in finding out how old they ...

Black Pearls Valuation  starstarstarstarstar
How do I find out the value of my strand of black pearls
from the turn of the century? I deal in semi-precious stone but not pearls and
need to sell ...

Peach OR Pink Pearls?  starstarstarstarstar
I've a beautiful single strand of pearls that are peeling. These are either peach or pink pearls (hard to tell), but these pearls came from an estate. They ...

Matching Persian Gulf Pearl with Certificate  starstarstarstarstar
Hi,
I am about to purchase a pearl from the persian gulf region. I have contacted the sellers and they have sent me several photographs of both the pearls ...

Natural pearls of all shapes and sizes from 6 carats to 50 carats in wt and from white in colour to platinum or pink or silver or gold colour  starstarstarstarstar
The pearls are old but having good luster.The shapes are very different. In most of the pearls the outer skin is punctured and another pearl from inner ...

Hi, I bought a pair of pearl earrings at an auction. They sold them as Mikimoto. Are they real Mikimoto?   starstarstarstarstar
They are marked 14KT and have a lower case m within a circle hallmark. I need some help to try to identify my pearls as Mikimoto or not.
ANSWER:...

Majorican pearls  starstarstarstarstar
I would like some information on some items I have. They are single pearls in an earing-like setting. They are numbered. One number is 7563248. Thank ...

Information about Pearl Necklace  starstarstarstarstar
I have a pearl necklace that was given to me a few years ago. I was told it is over 50 years old and was his grand mothers set that was given to him when ...

Cultured Pearl Nucleus  starstarstarstarstar
I have 45,000 lbs. of freshwater mapleleaf mussel shells for sale. I have lost my broker and can not get an answer from the Pearl farms. I also have 5,...

First Cultured Pearls  starstarstarstarstar
When were pearls first cultured commercially? Thank You.

Natural Pearls  starstarstarstarstar
I have double strand of pearls which I got from my grandfather. They came with a Gemological Institute of America Lab report attesting to the sizes and ...

Identifying and Matching Natural Pearls  starstarstarstarstar
Some years ago I bought an antique gold ring with three pearls at an antique show. The dealer told me the pearls might be natural. I wore the ring for ...

Selling a Natural Pearl Necklace  starstarstarstarstar
Kari, I have a full strand of pre-1920 Tiffany matched, X-ray verified Natural Pearls, 18 inches in length and graduated from about 2 mm to 7 mm.

I ...

Edwardian Pearl Tassle Belt  starstarstarstarstar
I have a very old Edwardian pearl tassel belt.
It's beautiful, but needs a bit of repair to some beads however this does not retract from its beauty....

Pearl Bow Brooch  starstarstarstarstar
Hi y'all,
I recently saw the attached ladies pin in a re-sale store, and have been debating (now long distance) whether to purchase.

Ostensibly it ...

Old Pearl & Diamond Ring  starstarstarstarstar
This pearl ring has been in the family for over 80 years. It
is platinum and Diamonds with a huge natural pearl that measures
on a ruler over 1 mm....

Identifying Persian Gulf Pearls  starstarstarstarstar
Hi Could you please tell me how I can identity Persian Gulf Pearls from Natural Pearls?

Do Persian Gulf Pearls have any defining characteristics? Are ...

Where is the Best Place to Get A Valuation?  starstarstarstarstar
I have a cultured pearl necklace with a total of sixty seven pearls, which are threaded plain. All pearls are uniform in size. The pearl necklace has ...

Antique Pearl Necklace?  starstarstarstarstar
Hi - this pastweekend i bought a pearl necklace at a yard sale. The woman didn't know if the pearls were real or not. My gut feeling told me to buy them,...

difference between a Majorca pearl and a cultured one  starstarstarstarstar
How can I know the difference between a Majorca pearl and a cultured one?

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Pearls of Best Value ?  Not rated yet
Hello
I am going to buy some pearls for my wife.
What would you suggest would be the best value for the money. In brand name or type of pearls ? Where ...

Where Can I Find a Strand of 'Pillow Pearls" ?  Not rated yet
Please can you give me information on "pillow pearls" I would like to have a strand. I saw one at my jewelers, but it was over $800. and I thought I could ...

Majorica Pearls from Spain  Not rated yet
I was cleaning out my Grandmother's house and found these old Majorica Pearls from Spain. We will be having an Estate Sale and I am trying to find out ...

PEARL BRACELET  Not rated yet
While going through My Grandmothers old jewelery, I came across a Pearl Bracelet made by Majorica. The bracelet is about 7" long not including clasp. There ...

My Father Bought My Mother a 3 String Pearl Necklace   Not rated yet
Yes I am in care of a 3 string pearl necklace my father may have bought in the 60's or 50's, it was the first jewelry my father ever bought my mom, the ...

When did Mikimoto add the m in a circle charm to their Pearl Necklaces?  Not rated yet
When did Mikimoto add the gold m in a circle charm to their pearl necklaces?

Mikimoto 16" Necklace  Not rated yet
My grandmother visited Lane Crawford in Hong Kong back in the early 70s and bought me a 16", individually knotted strand of Mikimoto pearls in a "Mikimoto ...

Value of a 5 Pearl Broach  Not rated yet
I was wondering what the value of a broach bought 45 years ago in Lae from Burns Philp (N.G.) Ltd. It is a 5 pearl set in a silver long leaf broach.




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Need To Know The Hallmark | M Looks Like A Bridge  Not rated yet
I have a beautiful strand of Natural Pearls with a diamond heart clasp. It is marked 14k with an M stamp that looks like a bridge. It is not the M mikimoto ...

Is it Rare???  Not rated yet
I have recently been told by a Pearl person that I have a rare collection. I have a triple strand from 1958. Each strand was bought separate.

It ...

Value of Majorica Double Pearl Earrings  Not rated yet
I would like to know the value of majorica double pearl value earrings. I am not sure if they are real gold or not. The item number is 720597PCW. Please ...

1960's Pearls What Are They Worth?   Not rated yet
I inherited 3 years ago a 14 inch (when doubled) strand of pearls. There are a total of 87 pearls on the strand.

My mother in law told me she purchased ...

1922 cultured pearl necklace with a bone clasp  Not rated yet
I received a string of pearls from my grandmother with a note that the pearls were cultured and brought from Japan in 1922 by my great-great Aunt. I recall ...

How much are my Richelieu pearl earrings worth?  Not rated yet
How much are my Richelieu pearl earrings worth?

MIKIMOTO LANE CRAWFORD EARRINGS   Not rated yet
I HAVE A PAIR OF EARRINGS PURCHASED IN HONG KONG AROUND 1962. THEY HAVE 2 PEARLS AND A SCREW BACK. CAN YOU TELL ME HOW MUCH THEY ARE WORTH.

Majorca pearls - What is the Value?  Not rated yet
My aunt left me Majorca Pearls. She purchased in 1968.
They are with a certificate that is del collar 2381638
color. R tipo d collar 21v -43


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I would like to find the value of this faux pearl jewelry set  Not rated yet
my grandmother passed several years ago but just recently my father had given me this faux set of pearl necklace and clip on earrings she had received ...

Makers mark "STAR"  Not rated yet
Hello. I have old screw back pearl earrings and the only thing they say on them is STAR. Any idea who made them

What are the Hallmarks on Lever Backs?  Not rated yet
I have a pair of pearl earring and they have two hallmarks. A star and an arrow. Can you tell me anything about them?

Who Is the maker of my strand  Not rated yet
I have this strand of pearls and want to know if the strand is Japanese.

EDWARDIAN PEARL SAUTOIR MAYBE FRENCH?  Not rated yet
I HAVE A VERY LONG AND INTERESTING PEARL SAUTOIR.

I HAVE DONE MUCH RESEARCH THE TOOTH TEST THE NACRE TEST BUT ONE THING BOTHERES ME
THEY ARE VERY HEAVY ...

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