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Estate Pearls

admin — Sun, 26 Dec 2010 21:08:20 +0000

Estate vintage pearl jewelry can include cultured pearls, Tahitian, Akoya, South Sea, and many other types of pearls. This is where you will find unique vintage and antique pearl jewelry selections in white and yellow gold, silver and platinum, as well as the special costume and fashion jewelry from the 1920's through the 1970's.

Clicking on the links below will open a detailed description of the selected piece of jewelry in a new window on eBay.

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	Amazing Estate Sterling Mother of Pearl Marcasite Hinged Bangle Bracelet 224g	$36.00


	Pearl Necklaces Lot Estate Find Vintage	$10.00


	Estate Diamond Akoya Pearl Gold Drop Pendant Necklace Heirloom Jewelry	$1,036.00


	Large Pearl Wrap and small handbag Estate Find	$10.00


	Pearl Diamond Necklace 14K White Gold Cultured Akoya Saltwater 18 Vtg Estate	$1,350.00


	Vintage Estate Fine Old Gold Pearl Cluster Earrings	$269.99


	Vintage Estate 14K Yellow Gold Cultured Pearl Pendant	$439.20


	Vintage Estate Cameo Pearl Gold Cocktail Ring Fine Heirloom Pre Owned Jewelry	$279.20

Sea Of Cortez Pearls are Rare, Beautiful and Fair Trade

admin — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 06:01:29 +0000

Sea of Cortez Pearls are rare and striking pearls that are cultured in the Sea of Cortez in Mexico, near Guaymas, Mexico. These beautiful and unique pearls come from two species of mollusks - the Panamic Black-Lipped Oyster and the Rainbow-Lipped Oyster. While both of these mollusks can produce incredible pearls, the Rainbow-Lipped Oyster is known for producing unique and unusual colorations and a very high iridescence.

Sea of Cortez pearls are cultured, which means a "shell" bead is carefully inserted in the oyster, and the oyster forms the pearl around this shell. Cultured Cortez Pearls are natural and they are not enhanced in any way. Once removed from the shell, Cortez Pearls are washed with water, then soaked in mineral oil for a short time and dried.

Sea of Cortez pearls can resemble Tahitian pearls, but many feel they are more beautiful then even Tahitians, as they can be even more iridescent and have more color range than Tahitian pearls. In addition to their rarity and striking beauty, Sea of Cortez pearls are the only pearls in the gem industry that qualify for "Fair Trade Gems" status.

Here is a small selection of Sea of Cortez pearls that you can purchase right now through ebay:

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	EXQUISITE 22K 18K SEA OF CORTEZ CHOCOLATE BLACK RAINBOW 97mm PEARL EARRINGS	$595.00


	RARE Rainbow SEA of CORTEZ Mabe PEARL 455 ct 1280 mm	$189.00


	RARE Rainbow SEA of CORTEZ Mabe PEARL 466 ct 1349 mm	$189.00


	RARE Rainbow SEA of CORTEZ Mabe PEARL 438 ct 1408 mm	$189.00


	RARE Rainbow SEA of CORTEZ Mabe PEARL 593 ct 1536 mm	$188.00


	RARE Rainbow SEA of CORTEZ Mabe PEARL 397 ct 1426 mm	$179.00


	RARE Rainbow SEA of CORTEZ Mabe PEARL 657 ct 1821 mm	$198.00


	RARE Rainbow SEA of CORTEZ Mabe PEARL 635 ct 1479 mm	$198.00

How To Care For Your Pearls and Gems

admin — Mon, 12 May 2008 05:00:17 +0000

The following are some jewelry safeguards from the Gemological Institute of America:

According to GIA experts, chemicals found in everyday substances like hairspray, lotions, perfumes, or other cosmetics can damage the nacre of your dazzling pearl and can corrode the alloys in that shiny setting.

Light and heat can affect a colored gemstone's durability and color. It also can fade and weaken some gemstones, such as amethyst, kunzite, topaz and pink conch-shell cameos. Pearls and other delicate materials, like ivory, will bleach under extreme exposure to light. Other gems, especially amber, can darken over time when exposed to too much light.

Soft gems, such as pearls, can easily be scratched. GIA suggests using an unused makeup brush and warm, soapy water. Lay the pearls on a towel to dry. The wet string can stretch and attract dirt so don't touch a string of pearls until they are completely dry. Pearls worn every few days should be restrung once a year.

Jewelry should never be tossed into a drawer or on top of a dresser -- that's a recipe for scratches and fractured gems. Most jewelry pieces come in a box or pouch from the store, which is a perfect place to keep them.

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	Genuine Huge black Cultured Pearl Stud Earrings Silver 8 9mm	$1.04


	CULTURED FRESHWATER 64 PEARL NECKLACE W STERLING CLASP	$14.99


	25 8X9mm Blue Mother of Pearl Cultured Pearl Necklace	$9.80


	Wonderful Multicolor Cultured Freshwater Pearl Necklace	$15.99


	AAA 85mm Round FW Cultured Pearl 14K Gold Necklace	$138.00


	Long 5310mm Genuine black FW Cultured pearl necklace	$32.00

Akoya Bracelets

admin — Thu, 01 May 2008 23:29:10 +0000

Akoya pearls are cultured in the akoya oyster, which are mainly farmed in China and Japan. Akoyas are known for their luster, and they are considered to be the "classic" pearl. Akoya pearls are usually white or cream colored, with overtone colors of rose, silver, or cream.

Akoya pearls tend to be small, ranging in size from about 2 to 11 millimeters. They also tend to be the most consistently round and near-round pearls, which makes them ideal for matching pearl jewelry sets such as necklace and earring sets.

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	4 rows 8 9MM Black akoya pearl bracelets 75	$24.00


	AAA 3rows 8 9MM white akoya pearl bracelets 75	$45.00


	2 rows 9 10MM Gold akoya pearl bracelets 75	$22.00


	free shipping 3 rows 8 9mm pink white black akoya round pearl bracelets d50	$18.00


	3 ROWS 8 9MM BLACK WHITE PINK AKOYA PEARL BRACELETS 7 75 8 85 9 D51	$26.00


	4 ROWS 7 8MM WHITE BLACK PINK AKOYA PEARL BRACELETS	$19.60


	2 rows genuine 7 8mm white akoya pearl bracelets 75	$0.01


	3 rows 8 9mm genuine white fresh water akoya cultured pearls braelets 75	$0.01

Akoya Pearls

admin — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 06:50:22 +0000

Akoya pearls are cultured in the Akoya oyster, which are mainly farmed in China and Japan. Akoyas are known for their luster, and they are considered to be the "classic" pearl. Akoya pearls are usually white or cream colored, with overtone colors of rose, silver, or cream. Akoya pearls tend to be small, ranging in size from about 2 to 11 millimeters. They also tend to be the most consistently round and near-round pearls, which makes them ideal for matching pearl jewelry sets such as necklace and earring sets.

Clicking on the links below will open a detailed description of the selected piece of jewelry in a new window on eBay.

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	Silver Genuine Freshwater White Akoya Pearl Pendant	$9.70


	Golden Akoya Saltwater pearl earring 18k750Ygold 799	$322.11


	7 9mm Black Akoya Pearl Necklace Shell Pearl Pendant	$9.99


	DETACHABLE SOLID 14K DIA TAHITIAN PEARL CLASP FINE AKOYA SEA PEARL NECKLACE	$2,600.00


	3Strand 7 8mm White Akoya Pearl Cameo Necklace Bracelet	$28.95


	8 pair 8Color Akoya Cultured Pearl Earrings	$13.63


	11 12mm White Akoya Natural Pearl Earrings paire	$7.34


	wholesale 50 paire 5 6MM Akoya Cultured Pearl Earrings	$20.98