Recent content by ennui

They have nice lustre! I've seen them in necklaces.

I'm happy to learn I'm not the only one to rework TJMaxx items. I recently picked up a clearance bracelet with stick freshwater pearls that I plan to rework into .... something. Thinking earrings.

I believe some Native American tribes may do bead weaving. I imagine if someone were skilled at making lace, incorporating beads may be the next step.

I imagine perfect Edisons will be pricey, as will perfectly round Akoya. Your best bet is to deal with reputable vendors that you trust.

Another thought is to go shopping when you're together. Your friend may see something they really like and you can offer to buy it for them.

Your only information may be the hallmarks; I hope that's not too disappointing. It's a beautiful necklace, wear it in good health.

Reused, and hijacked or stolen from reputable pearl companies. I seem to recall some of our esteemed vendors having an issue with this.

I read the transcript -- thanks for sharing, it was interesting! I guess I'm a big pearl nerd, because the only thing I didn't know was that PP is located in Charlton Heston's old office. :giggle:

There are so many problems with pearls on eBay, it will make your head spin.

I agree, experiences are good gifts; it sounds like the "surprise" face to face may be the experience. Diamonds are good. A special book. A watch, engraved on the back.

Is it a chip, where the nacre chipped away from the nucleus?

Maybe they thought "Artificially produced composite cultured products" would cover it. Bluewater, please don't blame the seller, it may have been an innocent mistake. Let us know if you get your refund.

I was going to suggest rainy day images -- there's something about the soft light, and maybe the humidity.

I thought that, too, especially since the black pearl is almost opaque, but Bluewater said they're gritty. Not sure.

They appear to be dyed freshwater pearls. I've seen descriptions that use "Tahitian" as a color description rather than describing pearls from French Polynesia. You will see eBay listings that say "Tahitian black" for freshwater pearls.