Recent content by ennui

I don't think it's a pearl. If it's dense, I'm guessing rock. Maybe a moonstone?

I'm wondering, too. A better photo would help. If the original poster isn't in a hurry, she could look for a consignment jeweler.

If you are reluctant to wear them because they were "very pricey," the average person won't know that. I remember a story by a woman in Tahitians who got a compliment on her pretty beads. Another thought, you say they were a gift -- wear them when you see the gift-giver.

Me, too. Groceries, Costco, watching tv, I wear pearl earrings to do yardwork.

I'm no expert, either. I believe the strand with the pearl stations could be coral or maybe conch shell. Conch shell is often used in jewelry for cameos and beads. If you find out, please let us know.

I love the clasp, so pretty and intricate.

One tequila, two tequila, three tequila, FLOOR. I can't tell you my secret word. It's a secret.

Pretty picture. Do you know what you plan to make?

My first thought was, I'm working on it. I do my best. :cool: I had another thought about Mr. Brennan -- I wonder if his contract states "for entertainment purposes only."

There are some variables for selling them. It helps that they are 925 and not plated brass. Are they all the same size? Do any of them stack together and can be sold as a set? Also, consider your shipping costs.

Thank you for the write-up, Merrily! I'm sorry to hear about all the lies lies lies. I agree that it's best not to say anything; you would simply be viewed as a party pooper. I like to think these events are more about the festive lunch than about the presentation. I can't help but wonder if...

I'm confused. I thought the person was looking to sell, but I guess not?

I might be someone else, but you haven't said where you saw these pearls.

But, do they fade over time?

I did a quick look around, and I didn't see any loose Mikimoto clasps. Since Mikimoto is known for their pearls, if I ran across a loose clasp the logical question would be what happened to the pearls?