| Pearl_dreams,
Were the pearls over 3mm, I would be much more doubtful.
About numbers--again, you are correct. In researching this purchase, I found out that seed pearls were hugely popular during the Victorian Era. They mostly came from India and China, and were string on horsehair into lace-like patterns. These were then backed with mother-of-pearl, silk, or metal (to strengthen the mother-of-pearl).
I ***REALLY*** appreciate the supporting research you have done for me. It's hard to make a decision like this by oneself, especially with eCommerce the way it is!
Thank you again,
CarolK |