Freshwater pearls ???

[krzekime]

Hello,
I have had these Hikari pearls for at least 20 years, I am trying to sell but have no clue what they are worth, if anything at all. Does anyone have any idea, also, can you tell me if these are freshwater pearls or not. I'm clueless when it comes to pearls.

 

[Sea Urchin]

I think those are "rice krispie" pearls, popular in the 70's etc. before the more advanced current methods of culturing freshwater pearls made larger, rounder pearls more common. I don't think they're worth too much financially (I'd think under $100 used). They're pretty, though!

Here's a listing on eBay for a quick rough comparison.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Delicate-Tr...y-Style-HTF-/371411221916?hash=item5679d57d9c

 

[Pearl Dreams]

I agree, they look like rice krispies. Here is one Etsy seller listing a 3 stand necklace for $25:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/243427...id=243427495&gclid=CN7FsPjhp8cCFQ2QHwod5WkB7w

 

[pattye]

Often the cultured "rice krispie" pearls have iridescent nacre and 14k gold clasps and beads, so they can be very pretty. The retro/vintage look is popular right now.

 

[ckrickett]

I agree that they look like rice krispies.
I have always loved those pearls

 

[ckrickett]

is there any hallmarks on the clasp, or markings that is it solid gold or plated? that might add value to the necklace too.
If you are unsure take some pictures and post them here

 

[aradhnasingh]

It is rice krispies and they dominated freshwater pearl.