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Jeremy, where does Jewelmer send its pearls for processing?

Cees, many (but not all) problems in our country can trace their failure to the Marcos dictatorship. And at least today, we don't have to look over our shoulders every time we criticize the government. (Like I won't be hauled to jail without the writ of habeas corpus for posting the last...

Thanks, Jeremy. Your video saved me a trip to Flower Island. I no longer have to wonder what the Jewelmer operation looks like.

:o I don't know how long I'll be able to pull off that look though. Akoyas scratch so easily.

Of course, now that I've calmed down, I realize my photos are so bad. But thanks for sharing my exhilaration. This behavior, much like drunk texting/sexting, is it common? Is this drunk pearling?

It is here!

Remember my Jackie O akoyas? I finally figured out how to make them less formal, by mixing them with my blue Japanese akoyas.

Amti, click on the word "here", and it will take you to a post with too many pictures.

While they don't need to be the same size, shape, or even color, you may want to reconsider the big feature pearl. When you're using a variety of pearl sizes and shapes on a relatively short necklace, they tend to slip and slide around your neck. The weight of the big pearl keeps the necklace in...

As for cage clasps, it depends on how well made they are. If the hinges don't open fully and you're using them on akoya pearls, there is a risk of scratching them. If you plan to use them lariat style, then you only need one cage clasp, but if you want versatility, you'll need two, like the way...

We are kindred spirits when it comes to pre-loved jewelry and statement rings. Looking forward to seeing all your projects!

Thanks for the vote of confidence. What will I make of it? My mind says pendant. My heart says ring!

Last year, I decided to treat myself to an SoC mabe pearl. I told myself, this caps my pearl collection. How often have we told ourselves that? Anyway, I have since fallen in love with mabes and blister pearls. After Douglas told me that he had SoCs that were not on display at Perlasshop.com...

I've been watching this Eyris and diamond set go down in price over the last few weeks. But I just bought an SoC blister pearl from Douglas, so I'm out. Hopefully, someone in P-G can bring this home. RARE New Zealand EYRIS Blue Abalone Mabe Pearl 18K GOLD NECKLACE & EARRING SET

Cees, is this color golden with a rose orient?

I have accidentally, when I was cleaning my silver jewelry with a hot baking-soda-and-aluminum-foil dip. :D

Dimples, I'm sorry that you feel were cheated, because, I assume, you were pressured into buying so many pearls. However, I agree with Wendy. The earrings do look like Tahitians to me, even if they are not set on sterling silver findings. The freshwater pearls also do not have silver findings...

I've tried a number of jewelry rolls, and this type works best for me.

So Jeremy, how are colors induced in pearls? Renee Newman mentions it in her book but doesn't explain the technique.

It's true; there are no naturally golden freshwater pearls. You probably have a Ming or Edison-type freshwater pearl with a round bead inside. If you can't see any dark spots where the dye pooled, the color may have been chemically induced while pearl was in the mussel. Some collectors like...