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They do not have a farm in Australia

Are you referring to the light brownish colour ring of material just down from the bale? If so, I think that may not be glue but organic matter as secreted via the mantle tissue during the culture process.

Yep, I’m sold too!

I've actually got two copies but lucky to have one signed by one of the authors. Such a beautiful book and amazing to think it's over 100 years old:)

Awesome shot!

thanks Cathy!

Inside this book......

One of my most prized possessions of pearling memorabilia.

that's just brilliant!

There are some in India, I have a few clients interested in culturing pearls in their local species.

Can't put my finger on it but to me, there seems to be something about these pearls that suggests a different provenance...

Correct pearl dreams, most mabe nuclei are produced from plastic based raw materials and are typically glued to the inside of the shell. With abalone, the procedure is a little more difficult than pearl oysters as the foot of the abalone is so strong compared to the mantle of an oyster. There...

Yes we are fussy but we need to be. It's an important part of every day! (almost as important as wine is for later :o)

They're great Katbran! Hope you have fun there!! (and enjoy the coffee :) )

yep...spectacular!

That necklace is gorgeous!

Good share Mikey

great colours!

They look gorgeous together!

That's a gorgeous piece. Hope you wear it in good health and happiness