Baroque akoya

[KarinK]

Hi All,

I am very quiet these days, I know. I do lurk Most days I don't even remember to put on any jewelry at all as we are still under a lot of pressure here. But resently I was reminded that largish white pearls are on my bucket list and right now, gasp!, I have taken the jump and bought these barogue akoya pearls.

They seem the perfect compromise for my wallet, my lust for luster and a very decent size. I am very excited to see them though right now in a semi-state of chock of having spent the money (add 25% to get them to the country though I did use the Valentine's Day discount).

I will try to post the glamour shot tomorrow, though it is generic. For now, here is the link: http://www.pearlparadise.com/p-5684-90-95-mm-white-akoya-baroque-pearl-necklace.aspx

- Karin

 

[amti]

Oh, they're beautiful! Can't wait to see them on your neck!

 

[Pearl Dreams]

These are great pearls! I bought one of these necklaces last year. You will enjoy them so much.

 

[CathyKeshi]

KarinK, we've not forgotten you I hope you love these baroque white akoya pearls as much as I love mine ... (somewhat sheepishly ...) 2 necklaces that nest together, a bracelet and 2 sets of earrings with a few left over. Mine are soap bubble lustrous and stunning ... enjoy yours!

 

[Purranha]

Oooohhh I've actually looked at that listing before! KarinK & Pearl Dreams, would you please share IRL & neckshots???

 

[kelluvpearls]

Great choice Karin you'll love these pearls.

 

[kelluvpearls]

Purranha here's a link to previous photos.

https://www.pearl-guide.com/forum/showthread.php?9750-PP-April-Baroque-Akoya

 

[Pearl Dreams]

Purranha,

Here is my thread, with photos: https://www.pearl-guide.com/forum/showthread.php?9692-Baroque-Akoyas-from-PP-April-2015-special

 

[Purranha]

Ooohhh thank you Pearl Dreams - they look AMAZING!

 

[pattye]

Karin,

A beautiful necklace, you are so deserving and will be lovely in it! Think of you and your dear family often.

If I were to ever purchase akoyas for myself, they would be the baroque.

 

[KarinK]

Oh, that's right! I remember them now. Also remember the blue... Sigh, my Vietnamese can't match that color. But it looks like the white ones will be exactly what I was looking for. Even remember regretting not buying them back them. Guess it all comes around...

- Karin

 

[kelluvpearls]

Do post photos of your Valentine's Day gift strand when you have time, I'm sure you'll look fabulous in them.

 

[KaySD]

I picked up one of those strands last year -- they are lovely. I hope you will enjoy yours, Karin.

 

[amti]

Oh I'm jealous! From all the photos I've seen, those are gorgeous pearls! Would love to see neck shots!!!

 

[Katbran]

Oh Karin they look gorgeous...and you do deserve a special treat Can't wait to see your photos!

 

[aradhnasingh]

Baroque akoya pearls are truly the perfect choice and it is one of my favorite pearl.

 

[KarinK]

I have the pearls now - and in keeping very apparent tradition I am sick too So no pictures right now, just a few observations.

They are a lot like my Vietnamese blue akoya in that they are almost round but the nacre shifts a bit in thickness (think soft ice). It makes the pearls look almost facetted and I really like that.

The size is really substancial. Thumbs up for that as well! And 16 inch is really perfect for me but then I already knew that.

The only two things less high on my Like-list is they show less luster than the Vietnamese ones. Keeping in mind the size and the prize, I guess it would have been too much to ask for. A few pearls seems to have sharper luster. I may restring to put those at the front. Not sure yet.

And then I feel they have pinked very liberally. These pearls are definitely pink, seems a little over-processed. But it may just be in my lack of exprience. My only other strand was golden (plus a super cheap, low-luster one that no one had bothered to dye I think).

- Karin

 

[Pearl Dreams]

Oh dear, get better soon! Photos can wait.

Your impressions may also be a little different when you are feeling better, and when you've had a day or two to look at them.

 

[GemGeek]

I hope you're feeling better fast. Hugs.

 

[KarinK]

I am sure my general lack of enthusiasm is due to feeling horribly tired and coughing all the time. They do look lovely on

- Karin