Sb321
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Some of my beloved pearl pieces.
It all started with a pair of pearl and aquamarine earrings, along with a matching pendant, gifted to me by my mom over ten years ago. I still wear the earrings regularly. That small gesture sparked my curiosity, and over the years, I’ve slowly built a modest but meaningful collection.
From left to right:
Mikimoto 8mm strand
The photo doesn’t quite do it justice — Mikimoto truly excels at matching pearls. This is a beautiful, classic piece, and at 8mm, it’s a great size. Especially now, when most Mikimoto strands I come across are 6mm, this one feels extra special.
South Sea pearls with 14k clasp
I never thought I’d own a South Sea strand. They always looked too chunky in photos, and I assumed the tones would be hard to wear — something more suited to older women, I thought. But the first time I held one in person, I was instantly taken. The weight, the thick nacre, the subtle color shifts — it’s something you can only appreciate in person. This strand ranges from 9–10mm with a soft champagne hue. I don’t wear it out often, but I love slipping it on while sipping coffee at home. I’ve heard pearls thrive when worn, and I like that thought.
Pola 6.5mm Akoya strand
This was my first “nice” Akoya piece — a sweet little strand from Japan. I was initially drawn to the clasp, but I’ve come to love how youthful and dainty the 6.5mm size feels. The pearls has a pink sakura tone and good narce too. It suits my petite frame well.
Vintage baroque mini Akoya
I bought this on a whim, not expecting much since a few pearls had visible fading. But its choker length makes it so easy to pair with nearly everything I wear. To my surprise, it’s become one of my most frequently worn strands.
Imperial Pearl vintage opera-length with freshwater pearls
This one has quickly become a favorite. I’ve found myself reaching for it more and more, especially for layering or when I want something slightly more dramatic without being flashy. Lately, it’s the only necklace I’ve been wearing, which makes me wonder — should I simplify my collection and keep just this strand along with one or two others?
As much as I love every single strand here, I know I won’t be able to wear them all often.
If you had to pick — which ones would you keep, and which would you let go?
It all started with a pair of pearl and aquamarine earrings, along with a matching pendant, gifted to me by my mom over ten years ago. I still wear the earrings regularly. That small gesture sparked my curiosity, and over the years, I’ve slowly built a modest but meaningful collection.
From left to right:
Mikimoto 8mm strand
The photo doesn’t quite do it justice — Mikimoto truly excels at matching pearls. This is a beautiful, classic piece, and at 8mm, it’s a great size. Especially now, when most Mikimoto strands I come across are 6mm, this one feels extra special.
South Sea pearls with 14k clasp
I never thought I’d own a South Sea strand. They always looked too chunky in photos, and I assumed the tones would be hard to wear — something more suited to older women, I thought. But the first time I held one in person, I was instantly taken. The weight, the thick nacre, the subtle color shifts — it’s something you can only appreciate in person. This strand ranges from 9–10mm with a soft champagne hue. I don’t wear it out often, but I love slipping it on while sipping coffee at home. I’ve heard pearls thrive when worn, and I like that thought.
Pola 6.5mm Akoya strand
This was my first “nice” Akoya piece — a sweet little strand from Japan. I was initially drawn to the clasp, but I’ve come to love how youthful and dainty the 6.5mm size feels. The pearls has a pink sakura tone and good narce too. It suits my petite frame well.
Vintage baroque mini Akoya
I bought this on a whim, not expecting much since a few pearls had visible fading. But its choker length makes it so easy to pair with nearly everything I wear. To my surprise, it’s become one of my most frequently worn strands.
Imperial Pearl vintage opera-length with freshwater pearls
This one has quickly become a favorite. I’ve found myself reaching for it more and more, especially for layering or when I want something slightly more dramatic without being flashy. Lately, it’s the only necklace I’ve been wearing, which makes me wonder — should I simplify my collection and keep just this strand along with one or two others?
As much as I love every single strand here, I know I won’t be able to wear them all often.
If you had to pick — which ones would you keep, and which would you let go?
I am all about culling what I don't use but not the pearls. Part of the reason is that they are not worth much if you want to sell them, unless you already bought them used. Another reason is that my style change. I have a strand of barogue, white Tahitians that were definitely a failed purchase and I considered selling it but it wasn't really worth it. Fast forward ten years, I restrung it and added a brass skull and now I wear it. Which also leads me to the point that you can look at pearls just to look at them and enjoy them, take them out and play with them. And you can also look at pearls as raw material that you can change as you wish. It's okay if you don't wear them much right now. That too can change.
