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Yesterday, 10:00 PM

Caitlin replied to a thread Haven't bought, yet... in What Kind of Pearls do I have?

Maybe it is the photo or my eyes, but they both look off-round enough to be freshwaters. How large are they? If large enough (over 12mm), Pattye's...

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Yesterday, 09:54 PM

Caitlin replied to a thread Show us your Tahitians in Show Us Your Pearls!

It s browser plug in that warns you when you go to dangerous sites. It should not be giving good sites a bad rating, yet it often does. I want to be...

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05-18-2013, 05:53 PM

Caitlin replied to a thread Show us your Tahitians in Show Us Your Pearls!

Kamoka Pearls Shop: http://buy.kamokapearls.com/ My WOT rater counts this as a red site, but that is a lie. They also do that to Pure Pearls. I...

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05-18-2013, 05:36 PM

Caitlin started a thread Rare Penn Pearl Pecklace in Natural Pearls

This rare Penn pearl necklace is all over Pinterest, so I thought I would post it over here with proper credit: It is from one of our members, Care...

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05-18-2013, 12:40 AM

Caitlin replied to a thread What kind of pearl is this and how do I find out the value of this pearl? in What Kind of Pearls do I have?

That picture is so tiny, and the salmon/red back ground is reflecting on the sides of it. Can you crop it so the pearl takes up most of the space?...

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05-17-2013, 11:35 PM

Caitlin replied to a thread Opinions on Pearl (is this real) in Natural Pearls

They don't get that flame structure if they are not real. Good luck!!!

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05-17-2013, 03:11 PM

Caitlin replied to a thread Opinions on Pearl (is this real) in Natural Pearls

OMG Aprilpearl! How you you say that without putting up some photos!!!! I am DYING to see them! And baroque Majoricas? I would love to see those too....

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05-17-2013, 03:04 PM

Caitlin replied to a thread Who wants to visit Jewelmer's pearl farm? in Pearling Industry News

Is there a plan for a group tour?

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05-17-2013, 06:31 AM

Caitlin replied to a thread From the archives of Pacific Pearls in Pearl History

Very enjoyable read. Nice to see the industry has changed a bit, but is it enough for the Volls?

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05-16-2013, 10:30 PM

jshepherd replied to a thread Who wants to visit Jewelmer's pearl farm? in Pearling Industry News

I mailed over 100 tickets today! The CPAA is sending me another batch for arrival tomorrow, so if I haven't emailed you to let you know the tickets...

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05-16-2013, 05:12 PM

Caitlin replied to a thread What kind of beads is this? in What Kind of Pearls do I have?

Odd, but Majorica pearls fetch prices matching or exceeding many cultured pearls! Looking at the drill hole may help you tell if they are cultured...

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05-16-2013, 05:06 PM

Caitlin replied to a thread Phots of my new Gift - Golden South Sea Pearl Necklace in South Sea Pearls

I just want to second that remark about Pattye's work. She is so modest and never mentions it herself, so thanks for the plug, she deserves it. I...

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05-16-2013, 04:49 PM

Caitlin replied to a thread Opinions on Pearl (is this real) in Natural Pearls

Hi aprilpearl! welcome. Thanks for mentioning the tooth test in relation to these types of pearls. I have never tooth tested a melo melo or a conch...

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05-15-2013, 11:56 PM

Caitlin replied to a thread My Grandmothers Pearls from the 40's in What Kind of Pearls do I have?

That is a sweet clasp. I looks like a 50's design from Coro Jewels. Ebay link for 2nd hand Coro jewelry. If the clasp is gold and real stoones, it...

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05-15-2013, 10:40 PM

Caitlin replied to a thread What kind of beads is this? in What Kind of Pearls do I have?

They could be faux pearls. To see if they are, rub two together gently, should be lightly gritty if cultured, smooth if faux.

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05-15-2013, 10:36 PM

Caitlin replied to a thread Show us your Tahitians in Show Us Your Pearls!

Elisha, totally faboo colors! Like candy! maiakitty I love those pearls, they are just right for everything and everytime and everywhere!

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05-15-2013, 10:33 PM

Caitlin replied to a thread Who wants to visit Jewelmer's pearl farm? in Pearling Industry News

Hi! This is great! I asked for some on your Pearl Paradise blog already. I would really love to go! So would Kether! PS the Pearl of Allah comes...

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05-15-2013, 09:31 PM

jshepherd started a thread Who wants to visit Jewelmer's pearl farm? in Pearling Industry News

Jewelmer and the CPAA have teamed up to send two people to Flower Island in the Philippines, but they are having a hard time selling tickets to the...

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05-15-2013, 03:47 PM

Caitlin replied to a thread Found a abalone pearl in Natural Pearls

I too like the octopus, squid idea. It's a magic charm of an idea! Setting it will enhance the value of your pearl. I gave you the low ball park...

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05-15-2013, 06:50 AM

Caitlin replied to a thread Found a abalone pearl in Natural Pearls

I think that is a great idea! Abalone pearls are tough and can be worn all of the time snorkeling surfing etc.The value depends on what the other...

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