My prize for passing the GIA pearl course!

[hbyrne]

It's finally arrived! Just as lovely as I had anticipated...in 10k gold. It's an American piece. Natural pearls, but no idea where from...I had thought they might be FW? They each measure 7-8mm in length and are slightly flat backed. What d'you think of it?

 

[pattye]

Congratulations, Helen! Your prize is perfection!

 

[Amanda]

That's really pretty! Do you know what the metal is, and how old the piece is?

 

[GemGeek]

Very beautiful. I'm sure you earned it!

 

[funky_pearl]

i love antiques, that is such a pretty piece! is it from the edwardian era?

 

[Nerida]

Gorgeous! Yes, they will be freshwater I am sure, and probably from the Mississippi..
Nice way to be rewarded!

 

[MSC]

Really lovely, I especially like the oak leaves! The pearls don't ring as American river pearls to me though... Enjoy wearing it! Neck shot or it didn't happen!

 

[newberry]

If that is what they give out for finishing I am signing up tomorrow Congratulations and love the new piece.

 

[Amrita]

Congratulations!! That is such a pretty piece!

 

[MelT]

Congratulations Helen!

 

[KarinK]

Very fitting

- Karin

 

[LitGeek]

Beautiful! Enjoy!

 

[jmd]

What a lovely prize!! I'm sure you're enjoying them and well deserved! I am thinking about doing the GIA Pearl Course as well. Any words of wisdom or lessons learned you'd be willing to share?