Mikimoto Pearl Necklace Clasp Identification

South sea cultured pearl come from indonesia australia and the philippines.

Mikimoto pearl necklace clasp identification. Antique vintage mikimoto pearl necklace strand genuine early c 1930 s 20 inch. Often oval shaped the long hook was inserted and locked into place. Mikimoto is japan s representative jeweler. Conch pearls are from the gulf of mexico and the caribbean.

Look at the clasp of the necklace bracelet or earrings for the mikimoto trademark the letter m. On necklaces and bracelets look on the back of the clasp. How do i know that my pearl jewelry is authentic mikimoto. Mikimoto necklaces and bracelets are also fitted with a signature m charm.

Favorite add to vintage faux pearl gold vermeil sterling silver clasp bracelet socaljewelbox. Inquire about the grade of the mikimoto pearl. From shop socaljewelbox. The hook and box clasp also called fish hook clasp was commonly used on pearl necklaces or necklaces with gemstone beads.

As with bracelets commonly used vintage necklace clasps include ring clasps foldover clasps and box clasps. On earrings see. Mikimoto jewelry is identified by the mikimoto trademark showing as the outline of an oyster or the engraving of the mikimoto name. Mikimoto pearl necklace 18k gold clasp 6 6 1 2 mm grade a plus cultured pearls 30 inches purchased from shreve co.

Freshwater cultured pearl come from the rivers of china. Inheriting the founder s vision of adorning all women in the world with pearls mikimoto has been dedicated to the cultivation of beauty for more than a century.