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Found more genuine pearl jewelry at the thrift store today! I will say, I think the workers have gotten wise to pearls recently however; they had three multi-strand Keshi pearl necklaces for $400 each! There goes my thrifty pearl prices… This one was still only $7 though!

I love that the cut part of the pearl is visible underneath!! Shows that it’s pink all the way through. Surface of the pearl is a kind of “matte” texture. Ring is stamped 925.

Could these be abalone pearls? I use this shell as a catch all for my random crystals and have about 30 or more shells in my backyard and around my house. Now that I’m learning a LOT more about pearls, I’m curious if these could be abalone “mabe” pearls.

I'm working my way through the Pearlsasone course, but I'm still unclear how to differentiate saltwater from freshwater pearls. Can anyone offer some tips?

Second pair of genuine pearl earrings I've ever found at a thrift store! I know they are real pearls (tooth test) but I don't know how else to classify them. Please help!

I purchased via eBay and during their authentication process they noted a difference in the description of the color of the clasp, but nothing about the origin/type of pearl. Before I confirm I wanted to get some advice from all you pearl lovers! Authentication is through GIA.

Wondering if they are worth bringing to a jeweler for appraisal?