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The surface doesn't have the satiny quality that you would see in a SS pearl.

Most of the time, you can see where people live by the by line info. Truly a multi international band of pearl crazies.

Cathy, How long is that necklace? Are they 3-4mm? A LOT of work!

Eric, That is truly beautiful carving. The surface of the Edison and layers make it so intriguing. Congratulations.

I have an email list for my jewelry business of about 500 people. Every time I send out an email, I include a short piece on pearl knowledge. This is done in the philosophy that the more you know, the smarter you are! Today my email included the information about the pearl parties and a link to...

Caitlin would have taken this thread direction and put it into it's own space. I miss her.

Wow! Has this thread taken a different, but seriously valid diversion. I totally agree with everything. I have been on a wear it NOW campaign for all the wonderful "precious" items we have. I have even gone so far as to rescue long boxed beautifuls (crystal wine glasses) at estate sales and make...

Yes, seriously. If you wear those big diamonds you will need a body guard!

Hey there Pearly-Whites, Yes Jersey is right. If there are designated "natural", then they have a certificate from an established lab that has qualified that. They have to be VERY careful!

I have the great fortune of working for Christies and being able to see these jewels in NYC ALL day! I find it really interesting that in their catalogues and descriptions, they never refer to the pearls as South Sea or Tahitian when they clearly are. Even when they have a GIA cert. They will...

Renee just asked me to be in her next edition and her seminars with my "creative pearl jewelry"! So excited. Sent her photos to use. It's nice to get that kind of pat on the back.

This is a great book. I got it from Renee in Tucson when I was able to sit in on her seminar on Jade! Look for that book soon. She's a pretty cool dude.

Rio Grande and Pepe sell pearl drill bits, too.

Does anybody know where to. Buy Fijian pearls at the Tucson Show? I had hoped J. Hunter would be here, but no....

Well...I just read this thread from the beginning to the end...here. I am going to plan a trip to Fiji, first. Then I am going to hope that Justin may be at Tucson show this year so I can see his harvest in person soon. Does anybody know if he or a representative will be there?

Those rings have a very sophisticated name, Circle Pearls. Like any pearl, the "defects" can be their personality, as with Baroques. Yes, of course, when you are looking for investment pearls, you go for the 7 Qualities, but I suggest enjoying any pearl, just like a pound puppy!

Hi darling Caitlin! I am packing my bags from snowy and freezing Vermont as we chat! I will be coming in on Wednesday afternoon. Hope to see you before Strack. Looking forward to finding some beautiful colors this year! How about you???

Hello Cees. Where is your pearl farm? I think we spoke when I was coming back from Vietnam with some pretty fabulous, but just white, Akoyas. There were from HaLong Bay Pearl Farm. I was able to hire a junk and sail out there. I would love to know where you are going to market your pearls.

Always try to keep pearls as immobilized as possible. Even pearls rubbing against each other can cause damage. Pearls are organic gems and any abrasion to their surface will cause trouble. I am on the side of over protective for pearls. Especially if you travel, the vibrations on an airline can...

And one more with Hisano, minus Judi. Hello!