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Okay so I can only use solid gold material but I need a way to incorporate this pendant into the strand efficiently and safely. I just added it and already discolored thread so If any of you wise beaders have some advice for this newbie. Emily

This would definitely be the best course of action to maintain their integrity. 🤩

I almost forgot, you need to find a suitable clasp. You’d likely want a mikimoto clasp, which is costly but attainable. May have to settle for a basic clasp if it isn’t a big deal to you but for them to be appraised as mikimoto pearls you’ll need to provide the photos of the seals, ect

Find someone who strings pearls. And does appraisals. I am actually a “registered gemologist appraiser” who strings pearls. lol but I am not sure if you are local, and appraisals need to be signed in person. But finding someone local with my skill set, lol

Opinions on the type of pearl these are please also if anyone recognizes the logo

Wow. Nice score

I suppose they are dyed? Thanks again so much for your expertise. @jshepherd And everyone else :)

Okay I will get more photos

One more while I have you here. 😊 These look darker that is better right? They almost have a purple tone to them

That one looks like actual Tahitian or no? On The pendant…

Can any of you tell me why this one is stamped China? Does this mean they used the Pinctada Margaritifera in China waters instead of Tahiti?

They are ugly. lol I’m thinking irradiation

I wonder if they are freshwater or saltwater but I am very particular with the pearls I use. I wish I could donate the ones I don’t like cause I hate throwing them away lol they are 8-10mm (approximately). Thank you for your response @pattye

I’m super embarrassed to even as cause I’m like 99.9% sure they are not but I do want to be certain. Okay I already know they are not Tahitian pearls, but I want confirmation… also are they worthless? I didn’t spend much on them and am using the clasp for a different strand. Should I just toss...

Okay I use the natural silk bead cord, I ordered a size 2&3 so hopefully one works. Thank you all

Thank you

Hello, just wanting to pick your brain about the average thread size for Tahitian pearls. I don’t have the strand in hand just yet to measure any drill holes but I am going to go ahead and order the thread before I even get the pearls. What size do they typically take? 3?

The pink beads are meant to look like coral. You’d have to get an RI reading or put them under a microscope to be certain if they are imitations.

Update: only took one try but many hours!! I held my breath nearly the whole time lol Thank you @BWeaves your advice helped me sooooo much. ❤️❤️❤️ I have been putting this off for months. Lol necklace was 14” and now it is long enough for someone to wear.

Freshwater pearls