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Old 07-25-2008, 11:15 AM
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In light of the fact that they might not be measuring the pearls correctly, i.e. perpendicular to the drill hole, and that most Chinese vendors downsize, I'm not sure what the benefits of buying from them are even if it is the "real deal". You can get that at most vendors here at the same (assuming the sizes are as stated) or lower pricing - most baroque strands ~10 mm would be around the $500-700 mark even for the top grade. Unless of course you really love that particular coloration. If it looks brown chances are it may be treated as well.
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