Kasimi-like Pearls from Taiko/John Tu

[CeciliaW]

So, I finally figured it out and changed several parts and finished the necklace with the pearls I bought from John Tu at Taiko imports at the last Gem Faire (I think it was Gem Faire, in Hillsboro, OR).

I changed the clasp several times, added the roundels and some soldered jump rings at the clasp to have room to manipulate the clasp. The pearls average 10mm. It's difficult to measure with all the texture. The necklace is 18" long.

I made these to sell. To wear for myself they'd have to be about 20" so I'll have to look around for a volunteer 'neck'.

Feedback welcome.



Cecilia

 

[BAS]

I am a fan of ripples. I like their metallic quality and they feel like terrific "everyday" pearls. How about some neck shots so they come alive for us? What is the length and mm size?

 

[CathyKeshi]

Well, I think they're beautiful! The color looks to be a champagne color, is that accurate? As a consumer, with short, round neck and fingers, I SO appreciate that extra bit of maneuvering room at the clasp ...

 

[GemGeek]

I love the rondells. Very pretty.