Balngadeshi "Black" Pearls

[Caitlin]

Hi Wes

And how much is that irregular unmatched black pearl strand?

Not that I don't think they aren't fabulous, they are. I just want readers to get an idea of the ball park......for the above and for the below........

And how hard would it be to put together a 2 strander with all pearls matched for size (large) and shape (off round) surface smooth? Take a guess at a possible cost......

 

[jaimeGL]

Hi JaimeGL,

I know the pearls were a gift, but do you have any idea how much your husband paid for them?

Not very much at all - less than $100.00. Thanks for all the input. I'm resigned to my dyed freshwaters.

Thanks again.

 

[Caitlin]

Hi bums
Well don't be bummed about this.
Less than $100 is a fabulous price for double length and the size.

Besides, for some of us, CFWP (cultured freshwater pearls), are the only ones that count

BTW
My little motto at the bottom "e unio plurum" means "from the freshwater mussel comes many things" a remark on the plasticity and endless variety of my favorite pearl. It can mascarade as almost any other kind of pearl- even the legendary Lop Noors! (a joke, just a joke, there is no such thing, but CFWP can mascarade as ficticious pearls as well as real ones!)

So be happy you got such a nice size matched necklace for such a good price.

 

[Valeria101]

Hi everyone,
If you would like to see several strands of natural pearl necklaces, including [...] several strands of conch pearls ...

Are those RED conch pearls in THIS NECKLACE, or is the photography/monitor/etc. distorting things a bit? WOW! For sure!

 

[Perle]

Okay, where can I find clasps like that? Gorgeous naturals, by the way!!!

Perle

 

[Valeria101]

They sound like color-enhanced freshwater pearls, actually. It sounds like a strand of imported Chinese, unfortunately. A strand as described would run about a half million dollars (at least). A picture would confirm, but honestly, I cannot imagine anything else it could be.

Those pearls reminded me of something... although I am not even implying that the connection is anywhere real. There was this interesting question posted and left unanswered on the gemology forum about a certain kind of simulated black pearls. Could this be anything else but a case of doubly-mistaken-identity ?

Here it is

To save a click, I am citing the post:

"Hello all,

I have been buying pearls for over a decade. I have always been able to spot freshwater pearls treated to look like Tahitians.

In April, I came across a dealer at the International Gem Show in San Mateo who was selling shell nucleated freshwater jumbo pearls that had been dyed to look just like Tahitians. For the life of me, I could not tell the difference.

The vendor was really good about disclosing, or I would not have realized they weren't Tahitians, other than the price. Does anyone know of a way to spot the difference just in case a dealer is not forthcoming?

I know how to look at the drill hole to determine if they are shell nucleated, but so are the Tahitians.

 

[Wes Rankin]

natural pearls

natural pearls

Hi.
No, the necklaces are not knotted except for the end two pearls on each side of the clasp. We used a double strand of silk on the conch and diamond necklace and also on the scallop necklace. We used coated stainless steel for the other necklaces.
We are not worried about the diamonds scratching the conch pearls because they are extremely hard and the black diamonds are discs.
We have 4 strands of black pearls on the site. Which necklace are you asking about the wholesale price. Even though they are all black pearl necklaces, some of them have light colored pearls.
Yes, they are red conch pearls. These are the true colors, they are not photographically enhanced.
Our Best Regards,
Wes
www.allnaturalpearls.com
tish@allnaturalpearls.com

 

[Valeria101]

Yes, they are red conch pearls. These are the true colors, they are not photographically enhanced.

Thanks for the reply The color seems so mysterious in any kind of pearls... I had to ask.

The previous post was definitely NOT implying 'photographic enhancement' (i.e. in the nasty sense). Sometimes I came to realize that what I see on my computer is not quite what the photographer intended because of techical gliteches... settings... who knows. And the brilliant colors there begged the question: they are incredible, in the good sense! Wow!

 

[knotty panda]

No, the necklaces are not knotted except for the end two pearls on each side of the clasp.

Not knotted? Well, hmpft! Guess I'll have to take my business elsewhere! LOL

Sorry, Pretentious Knotty Panda took over the keyboard there for a moment. But, yes, that was the first thing I noticed, of course.

I have been eyeing your round abalone ring for several months. I'm sure it would look AMAZING on me. But I'm equally sure I could never afford it. When it does sell, please give the purchaser my best wishes *s*.

 

[pattye]

Thank You Again, Wes,

We continue to be enchanted and delighted by the revelations and photos that come from the members of this forum!!!

As for you Knotty, AAA+ for taste!!!

Pattye
so many pearls, so little time

 

[Ingykiz]

Naughty uh I mean Knotty Panda, I like that ring too. I also enjoy your humor (and others on this forum). It is nice to get info, trade thoughts and comments and do so in a pleasant surrounding. I am glad there are others out there that enjoy all kinds of pearls. My wish list is growing...

 

[Perle]

This one, Knotty?

http://www.allnaturalpearls.com/pic/HiRes/ANP00361.jpg

I love that one, too! Wonder what it goes for . . . ?!?

Perle

 

[Caitlin]

I was talking about this one. Actually I was talking retail, or online retail......

 

[Caitlin]

Here is a black one that was sold at aution for some outrageous sum. I forgot all about it--maybe because i don't think the pearls are very pretty....

 

[Caitlin]

Here's a closeup of the caption. 12 to 15 thousands euros and its not even pretty!

 

[knotty panda]

Yes, that one Perle. I look at that and sigh. It's almost meditative. Maybe we can buy it jointly, and move it around the globe so we can all enjoy it .

 

[nlerner]

True, Knotty and Perle. The ring is beautiful but the diamonds are, IMHO, artificially colored. Am I right, Wes?
( is the 't' for treated ?)

best,
Nora

 

[Valeria101]

True, Knotty and Perle. The ring is beautiful but the diamonds are, IMHO, artificially colored. Am I right, Wes?

Nora

'Wonderred about that too - but the color matches so well!

Just thinking out loud:

THIS hardly sounds like a solution:

I have found jewelry using melee of Paraiba tourmaline for the color, but to be frank... not sure if those (LINK) make as good a choice just because are natural, or... do they?

Can't pin dow any better fitting color and faceted material in greenish-blue (turquoise) is so unusual!

A similar ring I can remember used fancy prongs set with tiny cabochon cut stones like small colored drops - not a common design feature at all. One that might have crossed my mind.

A round blue Abalone pearl...... If anything, I wish it would be wholy visibe in the setting though


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[Valeria101]

Here's a closeup of the caption.

What auction was it, do you remember?

The pearls look non-nacreous.. . Too bad there isn't any better image

 

[pattye]

A fine quality genuine blue zircon would have a lovely color and lots of sparkle for something like this, also possibly neon apatite--??

Pattye
so many pearls, so little time