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Hi Inge! Thanks so much for reassuring me - I thought that the pearls being larger and being inside the shell for much longer might have something to do with the fact that there were a few blemishes, but I was a little hazy on the actual definition of "gem quality." (And, see, I took your...

Hi! I was hoping that some of you pearl experts could help a newbie with a few questions! Would a gem-quality strand of cultured freshwater pearls be allowed to have a few pearls with some pits in them? I mean, would the strand still be considered gem quality? Also, would larger, gem-quality...

Just wanted everyone to know that I received my TPO 8mm gemfresh 36-inch strand today and I couldn't be happier!:D The pearls are lovely - I'm surprised they're so heavy! And you're all absolutely right - I think this might be the start of an expensive addiction - now I'd like more pearls...

Sueki writes: "(Trust me, you will acquire more pearl necklaces now you've found the slippery slope..... )" This is exactly what I'm worried about - I have a feeling this forum may be dangerous to my finances! :D When I was looking at the "Show Us your Pearls" thread recommended by Jerin, I...

OK, I just ordered a 36-inch strand from The Pearl Outlet of the 8mm GemFresh TPO monthly special. It sounds like the color is going to be just fine - I'm so excited! (I'm 5 feet 2 inches, so I'm hoping the 8mm will be big enough - I think the price jumps up quite a bit to go to 9 mm.) I still...

Thank you everyone for being so helpful and getting back to me with your advice! Unfortunately, I don't have any papers for the Mikimotos - just the pearls with their distinctive clasp, and the Bailey Banks and Biddle pearl holder I got with them, so I don't think I'll try to sell them. They...

Hi Everybody! This is my first post and I'm a complete newbie to pearls and the pearl forum - though I've definitely been lurking the past few days! Could you please give me your advice? I'm interested in buying an opera-length strand of pearls and I have some questions. I have a...