My "Pearling" Story...

[MotherOfPearlTrumpet]

This necklace is another beautiful estate find. I think this one is older than the "Tin Cup" design, but certainly is it's pre-cursor. My guess is that it would probably look better with something other than this dusty rose shirt, but I hadn't worn it in a while and just felt like putting it on even though it wasn't a great color match. I love the tiny diamonds in the center part where the two strands come together and make the tail.

 

[MotherOfPearlTrumpet]

These may not be Paspaley South Sea Pearls, but I love them just the same! I found these lovely 14K white gold diamond pearl mounts on a clearance site and decided to make an "ensemble" with South Sea pearls. I just love this classic set. There appears to be an imperfection on the pearl but it is actually a reflection of my phone-the finish is just like a satin mirror.

 

[Shani]

Today I'm wearing my blue Akoya pearls (hard to believe these were considered "rejects" at one point...Mr. Mikimoto just didn't know how valuable they would become one day), worn with my Mother's "Bluebonnets" (sapphire/diamond necklace Daddy purchased for her on one of their European trips). Bluebonnets are in full bloom here in Texas right now and I love wearing this necklace in the Spring. The quintessential Texas photo is a newly engaged couple or a crop of beautiful younger children photographed in a blooming field of Bluebonnets and/or Indian Paintbrush flowers.
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I absolutely love those silver/blues!

 

[BrendaKY]

Wow these sets are stunning! You have such a great talent with your unique designs. Love all of your creations and your stories about them! I have really enjoyed looking at all of your pictures. Thank you for sharing and keep on posting please!

 

[MotherOfPearlTrumpet]

Wow these sets are stunning! You have such a great talent with your unique designs. Love all of your creations and your stories about them! I have really enjoyed looking at all of your pictures. Thank you for sharing and keep on posting please!

Thank you for taking the time to look and read. Only a true pearl or jewelry enthusiast would be interested, so I am delighted to hear your encouraging comments.

 

[MotherOfPearlTrumpet]

Fortunately when I found this very long strand of baroque saltwater blues, the silk string was in very good shape so I didn't have to restring them. I enjoy wearing them doubled with light blue clothing, and I'm always looking for that perfect shirt to match my pearls! These are such fun shapes. Happy Monday everyone!