Unfortunately your claim is not going to be assisted by the valuation because it states that there are 79 pearls and I have now counted the necklace 4 times, and there are only 78 pearls.
Because freshwater pearls, which they are from their shape, do not come in that colour without human intervention. These pearls were popular in the 70's/80's - I have some too.
Love it Jeg. Love everything about it. The torsade is wonderful but the necklace is just glorious - playful with tiny accent coral beads. And the whole with your outfit is perfect.
Also Australia, New Zealand and many countries in the Caribbean use the carat mark because of their British heritage. 9 carat is not only used for a more cost effective gold but also because it is a harder material and can stand up to wear and tear.
I wouldn't be so sure that they were not Australian. In 1616 Dutch explorer Dirk Hartog discovered the western coast of Australia which of course is now famous for producing South Sea pearls. It is quite possible that specimens were taken back. The Dutch East India company were exploring to...
I would be greatly surprised if there is any "creative advertising terms" used by the owner of that site as she is a very well respected member of the Pearl community. I have been to that site and have not been able to substantiate the comment that "20-30% of Akoya harvests can be button...
Welcome. You have a lovely collection. There is a huge amount to learn about pearls from this site from people from all walks of life willing to share their knowledge.