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I have a question of: Satine De La Courcel's Avatar regarding: Quote: "At one time if one could not afford silk. Horse hair or Linen was used. oh and the holes in pearls were much bigger than what we are capable of drilling today." Can you explain and give some history & timelines about...

thanks for all advice; doing research thanks for all advice; doing research Hi All, I truly thank you all for your advice and opinions. I am doing more research, including the Mikimoto hallmarks, and trying to decide where to send or maybe personally take (Las Vegas Mikimoto store) my pearls...

Fake Mikimoto pearls and clasps Fake Mikimoto pearls and clasps Okay, Pearl CSI staff, I am totally confused now. First, I didn't see a followup post from Jas932 or pictures of his dyed pearls that look like mine (Jas932's message #63). Also, I don't know what KnottyPanda means (post #75)...

Has anyone heard of crooks being somewhat successful in engraving a Mikimoto hallmark on a piece of jewelry? [/URL][/IMG] Is that possible? Is the hallmark an engraving process? PearlPoor

Pearls attached to leather? Pearls attached to leather? I love the ideas. Is it possible to attach pearls to rim of lampshade? How would attach them to leather or jeans? PearlPoor P.S. Maybe to tall tapered, dinner candles for special occasion? Would they burn or melt?

CANDY TO THE EYE: Lipstick Red Coral Koi adoring and passionately kissing his stunning beloved Pearl Princess BRAVO, Pattye ! PearlPoor

Yes, Pattye, enjoying very much the research; developing a much more intense love for pearls . . . not just because of my mother's love for them (and the Breck girls - nicker nicker - - she always said, Don't forget when have grown into a young lady, even through your whole life, use the Breck...

Thanks for the really helpful and historical info . . . Thanks for the really helpful and historical info . . . Thank you, Caitlin, for the research reference. I am making a collection of them, including photos of Mikimoto hallmarks with reference to Edwardian, art deco, antique, vintage, pre...

Kuntz book page about large drill holes Kuntz book page about large drill holes Hi Caitlin, Here is the reference you asked for - it's page 580. I have no idea about history of pearl drilling, especially in India. http://www.farlang.com/gemstones/kunz_book_of_the_pearl/page_580 PearlPoor

Hi GemGeek, I think I figured out how to reply to your nice email, without it becoming a public post on the Pearl-Guide forum. Let me know if this worked. PearlPoor aka Laura

freshwater vs akoya nacre? FW dye jobs? freshwater vs akoya nacre? FW dye jobs? I couldn't tell which pearl was FW and which saltwater, but then I am a newbie, still in PearlSchool Kindergarten. I visited Gemologist's undrilledpearl website mentioned in this thread (great prices !!!), and...

Using turquoise with pearls Using turquoise with pearls I'm getting inspired to try to make a necklace with some of my turquoise pieces. Of course, I have to learn a lot first. Also, I'm thinking that malachite would look good with pearls. I can't wait to see the designs that you guys do...

about early (1910) Mikimoto pearls about early (1910) Mikimoto pearls I can't find any photos of Mikimoto's earliest pearls, except the ones below in jewelry auctioned as Mikimoto 1910 Edwardian jewelry. I bid on it, and then "chickened out" when the bids got to $550. I have no idea what the...

Good comments . . . a few corrections though Good comments . . . a few corrections though You guys are great! I thought my pearl problem was abandoned by all of you because I haven't had an official appraisal done yet. I have learned a great deal (but not enough yet) about pearls during all...

Imanit, I love how you allow the pearls to show off individually and also be together on strands that flow with such harmony . . . your strands look natural/native/ unpretentious . . . yet so elegant and sophisticated. Wow ! Pearl Poor