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Thanks for the info!

What a great idea. I've had about a million different ideas but had not thought of the smaller pearls like in the link you sent -- that's beautiful! Would create an elegantly longer strand. Now, you've given me more to think about! haha. Thank you.

Thank you!

Thank you for the reply and information. Do you know his username?

I have already reached out to Pearl Source and Pure Pearls, who were unable to assist with finding loose pearls to match. Pearl Paradise confirmed they can try to assist. Other options I've seen on this forum are Pearlescent based in the UK. Wonder if anyone knows of any other retailers who (1)...

Thanks for your reply. I have started reaching out to a few retailers to inquire as to their white baroque south sea inventories...If that proves more difficult than planned (either cost [don't want 4 more pearls costing more than the whole necklace!] or difficulty in matching luster/color), I...

Thanks for the response - great ideas. Have also considered adding rondels. Lots to consider.

Thank you so much for your response as well. I must be honest - after coming across and joining this forum (and having fun educating myself even more through various posts), I had come to the same conclusion since making my original post, as it seems an outfit like Pearl Paradise would be best...

What a great story about your grandfather -- a special connection to history and the greatest generation.

Great ideas on the wire-wrapping or tin-cup/station style. We will have to think on that. Thank you for the response.

Thank you very much for your response and the idea on a bracelet or Etsy.

I purchased the attached necklace as a gift. It is an estate strand of cultured baroque South Sea pearls with round brilliant diamonds set in a 10K white gold clasp. Diamond total weight: .26 ct. Necklace length with clasp at 16.5. The pearls and diamonds have wonderful luster and shine in...