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Today, 02:18 AM

pattye replied to a thread Nautilus pearl in Natural Pearls

natural, thanks for sharing your collection~very fabulous!

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Today, 01:43 AM

Caitlin replied to a thread Necklace Appraisal in Consumer Pearl Q & A

Wow, PD, those are pretty!

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Today, 01:19 AM

Caitlin replied to a thread Cook Island Pearling in Pearl Farming

I look forward to more on this!

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Today, 12:29 AM

Caitlin replied to a thread Necklace Appraisal in Consumer Pearl Q & A

Majoricas are expensive imitation pearls, not cultured pearls at all. The value depends on the condition. That seems a small size for Majoricas....

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Yesterday, 10:55 PM

Caitlin replied to a thread Does anyone know about antique Cultured or Natural pastel coloured pearls? in What Kind of Pearls do I have?

It is hard to see what you mean by peach, pink, lavender, but only freshwater pearls come in those colors, unless they are dyed, which is unlikely....

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Yesterday, 02:58 PM

pattye replied to a thread Does anyone know about antique Cultured or Natural pastel coloured pearls? in What Kind of Pearls do I have?

hbyrne, Thank you for sharing the photo and welcome to P-G. Could you please take a couple of photos (close up) with the ring on a plain white...

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06-17-2013, 03:57 PM

Caitlin replied to a thread My pearls in Show Us Your Pearls!

Hi. t looks like you are living by the Sea of Pearls! I hope you will tell us what you learn about the local pearl scene, for both imported and local...

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06-17-2013, 03:54 PM

Caitlin replied to a thread My pearls in Show Us Your Pearls!

I think the purple tones are the greatest, but it sounds like you are gearing up to get another pair! Good luck, you have an eye for pretty pearls!

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06-17-2013, 04:34 AM

pattye replied to a thread Help needed with making a necklace and a bracelet. in The Lowly Beaders' Club

CharmedOne, What a thoughtful gift! Perhaps go slightly longer for the necklace, 17 or 18 inches, those lengths work for most, and it seems many...

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06-17-2013, 04:20 AM

pattye replied to a thread My new pearls in Show Us Your Pearls!

Just fabulous! You are definitely "luminous" in those!

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06-17-2013, 04:11 AM

pattye replied to a thread i want your natural blisters in shell/pearl !!! in Natural Pearls

Divine shell pendants, please keep them coming!

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06-17-2013, 01:59 AM

Caitlin replied to a thread Help me ID these pearls. in What Kind of Pearls do I have?

No. I know they are freshwater. They come on an 8ct gold clasp, broken, and two of the 4 strands at 32" each, are broken. He is asking $225 or so. I...

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06-17-2013, 01:42 AM

pattye replied to a thread dm natural pearl jewelry in Natural Pearls

It's a pleasure to see this gorgeous ring again!

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06-16-2013, 08:04 PM

Caitlin replied to a thread i want your natural blisters in shell/pearl !!! in Natural Pearls

thank you!!!

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06-16-2013, 08:03 PM

Caitlin replied to a thread Looking for a friend/mentor in the Philippines in Pearl Books and Resources

The GIA offers a hands on course in identifying and grading pearls. Others can tell you more, or go to the GIA education section online.

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06-16-2013, 05:27 PM

Caitlin replied to a thread Kamoka earrings from Josh in Tahitian Pearls

That is a big blog and very interesting. I am a Mt. Everest freak and have seen videos of the Mayo clinic or someone else doing the high altitude ...

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06-16-2013, 05:01 PM

Caitlin started a thread Help me ID these pearls. in What Kind of Pearls do I have?

Hi all. I saw these online. They are definitely freshwater pearls. They do look old and are being sold as old. Do you think they could possibly...

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06-16-2013, 04:44 PM

Caitlin replied to a thread One freshwater monster! in Show Us Your Pearls!

Alex!!! I agree. Held sideways, I see the mammoth. A mammoth mammoth pearl! All it really needs is an eye; it already has an indication of a...

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06-16-2013, 04:39 PM

Caitlin replied to a thread i want your natural blisters in shell/pearl !!! in Natural Pearls

That is such a fantastic idea!!!! I can't think of a more beautiful, and delicate shell to make into fine jewelry! Keep posting the photos; I LOVE...

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06-16-2013, 04:35 PM

Caitlin replied to a thread Amazing Luster - Cortez Pearl in Cultured Pearls

yes! More. You folks down there need to double production every year until Pearl-Guide has enough of your pearls!!! pearl lvr. Did you go to...

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06-16-2013, 04:19 PM

Caitlin replied to a thread Vintage Akoya pearl necklace in Akoya Pearls

Hi and welcome! Unless it is fake, it has to be akoya from the uniformity and roundness of the pearls, but whichever it is, it is very lovely. I...

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06-16-2013, 05:22 AM

pattye replied to a thread TSL Jewellry pearl necklace in What Kind of Pearls do I have?

Hi colpoole1 and welcome. How long have you had the necklace? Are you thinking of selling it? The photo is not close enough to see the quality of...

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06-15-2013, 09:12 PM

pattye replied to a thread Book keeping for an Etsy Pearl Shop? in The Lowly Beaders' Club

Ok, bluebirrrd, I'll send a pm to you also!

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06-15-2013, 09:11 PM

pattye replied to a thread Amazing Luster - Cortez Pearl in Cultured Pearls

Geez, PearLVR, we've worked ourselves into a frenzy over these pearls already! lol Douglas, More, More, More Please!!!!!!!!!!!

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06-15-2013, 06:27 PM

Caitlin replied to a thread Amazing Luster - Cortez Pearl in Cultured Pearls

So very, very beautiful, almost abalone colors.

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06-15-2013, 06:22 PM

pattye replied to a thread Antique Natural Basra Pearl Necklace in Natural Pearls

I'd love to see a close up too. The luster looks incredible!

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06-15-2013, 05:28 PM

Caitlin replied to a thread One freshwater monster! in Show Us Your Pearls!

Funny Douglas. what would you make the hairs sticking out of the head out of? It could make a chunky bracelet too, Navajo style. What do other...

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06-15-2013, 04:47 PM

pattye replied to a thread One freshwater monster! in Show Us Your Pearls!

I vote for a pendant, too! Or a brooch/pendant combo. On a neck wire or omega, the weight would be balanced on the neck for comfort and also not...

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06-15-2013, 04:14 PM

pattye replied to a thread Presumed Natural Sea Pearls with a Pedigree in Natural Pearls

Kiwipaul, What a wonderful necklace; thank you very much for sharing your story. So lovely in its velvet box; treasured again by you and your...

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