Donated by K. Otsuki and Co., Japan
The Akoya cultured pearl, an icon. Each of these
15 pearls are extraordinary because of their
pure - organic state which in Japanese culture
are referred to as Hanadama. In addition there
is no bleaching or dyeing. The pearls, ranging
in size from 3mm to 7.5mm have superior luster,
flawless surface, and perfect symmetry. Their
mirror like reflection is enhanced by natural
body colors of white and gold/silver overtones
and the exceptional and rare blue-referred to by
the Japanese as Madama.
Donated by Jewelmer, Philippines
The Philippine pearl, golden orbs of warmth and
luxury. Each pearl possesses a golden glow of
its own. The 7 13-14MM cultured pearls range in
color from deep gold to fairer shades, each one
radiates from within. The orient and luster is
superb coupled with the slightly baroque shape
make this variety exotic and luxurious.
Donated by J. Hunter Pearls, Fiji
From the island of Fiji comes three stunning
Fijian South Sea cultured pearls. Rich hypnotic
colors of natural brown in12mm, 11 MM gold and
10.5MM aqua/blue/green illustrates the spectrum
Fijian South Sea Pearls offer. These distinct
colors occur due to the sub-species variety of
Pinctada margaritifera that has an incredibly
colorful lip on the shell.
Donated by Grace Pearl, China and Hong Kong
Three “bead nucleated” freshwater cultured
pearls in metallic colors of violet, pink,
green/gold. Vibrant to the eye this round
(12-13MM) pearl certainly brings excitement to
pearl jewelry design.
Donated by Yuen Hing Hong, Hong Kong Two beautiful 13mm Tahitian cultured
pearls from the remote and exotic farms of
French Polynesia. These hues represent the
majestic waters of Tahiti with natural rich
colors of blue and green.
Donated by Eyris Blue Pearls, New Zealand
Eyris Blue pearls are unlike any other, the
iridescent colors are hypnotic and range from
blues, greens, gold’s and pinks, and with some
even having splashes of red and violet.The blue
pearl is a product of the Haliotis Iris or Paua
Shell which is native to New Zealand. It takes
up to three years to culture each pearl and the
overall success rate for saleable pearls is only
25 percent.
Donated by Sum Kam, Hong Kong
Uniquely shaped, this Freshwater bead nucleated
pearl measures 26MM x 14.5MM and has varying
metallic shades of violet and pink. Color, size
and very distinct shape offer a wonderful design
opportunity.
Donated by GYSO, China Two uniquely shaped Freshwater
cultured pearls. One “Fireball” bead nucleated
Freshwater pearl measuring 14.3mm with
lavender/lilac metallic body color. One bead
nucleated with peach/pink/lilac metallic body
color measuring 13.4mm.
