Mikimoto Pearl Necklace Clasp Identification

With pearls that range from 8mm to 4 5mm in diameter on a 22 double strand.

Mikimoto pearl necklace clasp identification.

Keep in mind that the value of a pearl necklace is tied to the quality of the pearls and rarely to the maker. Antique vintage mikimoto pearl necklace strand genuine early c 1930 s 20 inch. Favorite add to vintage faux pearl gold vermeil sterling silver clasp bracelet socaljewelbox. Platinum diamond double strand pearl necklace by mikimoto.

5 out of 5 stars 96 96 reviews 3 500 00. From shop socaljewelbox. Mikimoto pearl necklace 18k gold clasp 6 6 1 2 mm grade a plus cultured pearls 30 inches purchased from shreve co. A gorgeous mikimoto akoya cultured pearl single strand necklace set with a diamond clasp in 18 karat white gold.

Mikimoto is japan s representative jeweler. Vintage mikimoto pearl necklace sterling silver clasp 16 long single strand cultured pearl 5 5 mm to 6 mm cream pink wedding bridal jewelry prairievintagefinds 5 out of 5 stars 358 1 600 00 free shipping favorite add to see similar items more like this. If you have found an antique pearl necklace at a shop or have inherited one it may be difficult to determine the maker. Plus diamonds on the clasp.

Mikimoto golden south sea pearl yellow gold 16 strand necklace with diamond ball clasp 9 1 11 7mm a 32 000 00 mikimoto akoya pearls 5 5mm tincup 16 necklace. If you look at the necklace for small details however these may give you a clue as to the necklace s designer. Often oval shaped the long hook was inserted and locked into place. On necklaces and bracelets look on the back of the clasp.

Mikimoto necklaces and bracelets are also fitted with a signature m charm. The strand is composed of 43 akoya cultured pearls which all have an incredibly high lustre and significant size ranging from 9 1 mm to 9 4 mm. The hook and box clasp also called fish hook clasp was commonly used on pearl necklaces or necklaces with gemstone beads. In 1893 the founder kokichi mikimoto was the first in the world to successfully culture a pearl.