What kind of pearls are these and what are they worth?

[jastew77]

I received these pearls from a family friend for mothers day a few years ago. I have a necklace and a set of earrings. I can't find any special markings or numbers on anything on them. I rubbed them together and they feel gritty, I've done a few other tests I've found online and they seem real. I posted a few imperfection pictures as well. They all seem pretty consistent in size.
I was just wondering what kind they are and how much they're worth if anyone on here could be so kind to tell me.
Thank You

 

[jshepherd]

You've got a set of genuine Chinese freshwater pearls. The set is really not very valuable. It would sell for under $50 in most shops.

 

[jastew77]

That's what I figured I didn't wanna pay a jeweler $100 to tell me they're only worth $50 or so. lol
Thanks!

 

[Pearl Dreams]

jastew77,
The nice thing about this kind of freshwaters is that they are solid nacre. There is no bead nucleus to make them rounder-- they are pearl all the way through.

 

[jastew77]

I was thinking of selling them since they aren't worth a lot and I'm just not much of a pearl wearer. What do you guys think would be a fair asking price?

 

[Pearl Dreams]

Used, small freshwater pearls do not sell for much. Check your local consignment shops and see what's in their case-- and remember the consignor gets only about 50%, and many buyers wait until things are marked half off. I think you will be doing well to make $10-15.

 

[jastew77]

Okay thanks

 

[CathyKeshi]

jastew77, just an idea for you: Browse through posts here; you will find many wonderful ideas for remodeling pearls like these into something more to suit your own personal taste ... gems, beads, bracelets, earrings and more ... many with a distinct modern touch. Try the Lowly Beaders posts for ideas, instructions on pearl stringing and knotting ... you'll be surprised with how easy it is to fall in love with pearls in new ways