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They were 7mm.

Thank you all!

That makes sense to me. Is Pearl Source okay too, or would you recommend Pearl Paradise over Pearl Source?

Yeaaa the price tag is 🤯

I generally agree. I was curious if the quality of Mikimoto (new) was so superior that it was noticeable against other high quality pearls, but I guess not.

@pattye I would love and appreciate your insights :)

Ahh that is super helpful to know! I really appreciate your insight. I think the luster is beautiful, and I would be fine with AA, but the shape of some of the pearls looked a little off. What are your thoughts on the shape of the pearls themselves? If they are authentic, I will gladly keep...

Thank you!!!

That sounds great, thank you!

Hi pearl lovers! After experiencing a few strands of vintage Mikimoto pearls, I am considering buying one brand new. Is it worth the thousands of dollars or will a high quality akoya strand from pearl source be near the MK quality? Also, if I have a nice vintage pair, is a brand new one from...

Hi everyone! I am new to the forum and would be very grateful for any thoughts on whether a pearls are authentic Mikimoto (pics attached). I purchased them ebay from an allegedly reputable seller and had them authenticated by ebay. They are supposed to be vintage Mikimoto pearls, AA, from 1971...