I have inherited three graduated pearl necklaces (16 in.), which I want to combine into a three-strand necklace.
One is a Mikimoto from the 50s, with very average lustre, and a large central pearl measuring around 9.5; the pearls are round.
The other two strands, with better than average lustre, and central pearls measuring 8.5 and 8. One has round pearls, the other has slightly irregular round pearls (not baroque).
I suppose I could have the three attached to a single clasp. But the differences in quality might be sort of obvious.
Or I could mix the pearls up from all three necklaces, but retain the three largest pearls at the centre of each strand. This might somewhat disguise the fact that the pearls are different in quality and shape... Or it might just look odd?
I'd really appreciate advice from anyone with experience in transforming estate jewelry.
One is a Mikimoto from the 50s, with very average lustre, and a large central pearl measuring around 9.5; the pearls are round.
The other two strands, with better than average lustre, and central pearls measuring 8.5 and 8. One has round pearls, the other has slightly irregular round pearls (not baroque).
I suppose I could have the three attached to a single clasp. But the differences in quality might be sort of obvious.
Or I could mix the pearls up from all three necklaces, but retain the three largest pearls at the centre of each strand. This might somewhat disguise the fact that the pearls are different in quality and shape... Or it might just look odd?
I'd really appreciate advice from anyone with experience in transforming estate jewelry.