Mikimoto Pearl Necklace Clasp Identification

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Mikimoto pearl necklace clasp identification.

Look at the clasp of the necklace bracelet or earrings for the mikimoto trademark the letter m. Antique vintage mikimoto pearl necklace strand genuine early c 1930 s 20 inch. The hook and box clasp also called fish hook clasp was commonly used on pearl necklaces or necklaces with gemstone beads. Mikimoto pearl necklace 18k gold clasp 6 6 1 2 mm grade a plus cultured pearls 30 inches purchased from shreve co.

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. How do i know that my pearl jewelry is authentic mikimoto. 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.

Mikimoto jewelry is identified by the mikimoto trademark showing as the outline of an oyster or the engraving of the mikimoto name. As with bracelets commonly used vintage necklace clasps include ring clasps foldover clasps and box clasps. South sea cultured pearl come from indonesia australia and the philippines. Conch pearls are from the gulf of mexico and the caribbean.

Mikimoto is japan s representative jeweler. 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. Often oval shaped the long hook was inserted and locked into place. In 1893 the founder kokichi mikimoto was the first in the world to successfully culture a pearl.

On necklaces and bracelets look on the back of the clasp. Inquire about the grade of the mikimoto pearl.