Help Identify Type of Peal and Jeweler

[Iriso]

This pearl necklace was handed down to me. The strand broke but I have all of the loose pearls. The back of the clasp has what looks like a D, heart and an h. It says SILVER underneath. Does anyone have any information on the origin? What type of pearls could these be? I think they may have been purchased in the 1980s.

 

[Pearl Dreams]

They may be imitation; that is my first impression. Please post photos of the rest of the pearls, too.

I do not recognize the brand.

You may also want to do a simple test, the "tooth test". Rub two of the pearls gently against each other. Imitation pearls will glide smoothly against each other while real pearl nacre feels a bit gritty. Edited to add: I have stopped recommending rubbing pearls against teeth (“Tooth test”) Teeth are harder than pearls and can scratch them.

 

[Marianne]

Imitation was also my first impression.

 

[Iriso]

Here are more pictures with and without flash

 

[Pearl Dreams]

They are imitations!

Many people enjoy wearing imitation pearls. If you would like to restring them yourself, check out the tutorials and videos on our Lowly Beaders Club forum.

 

[Iriso]

Ahh, I had a feeling. I also just tried the suggestion of the "tooth test" and it did feel smooth. It still is pretty tho, so I think I will take your advice and check out those videos on restringing. Thank you very much!