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Originally Posted by Caitlin  That was a fabulous visit to Mergui- altogether a really interesting and detailed article with wonderful photos and videos. Thanks for posting the link! |
Thanks Caitlin, I'm happy to read that you appreciated it.
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Originally Posted by Caitlin What happens after the cultured pearls are removed from the shells? Where are they sold? Do they lose their identity as pearls from Mergui to the more encompassing South Sea Pearls? |
Yes, to my knowledge most of them loose their identity as pearls from Mergui when they reach pearl trading centers like Hong Kong or Japan.
All the best,
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"Travel addicted gemologist"
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Note: Any views expressed here are V. Pardieu’s opinions and do not necessarily reflect those of the Gübelin Gem Lab (
www.gubelinlab.com ) where he is an employee since Feb 2007.