Mikimoto Pearl Necklace Clasp Identification

Look at the clasp of the necklace bracelet or earrings for the mikimoto trademark the letter m.

Mikimoto pearl necklace clasp identification.

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. Inquire about the grade of the mikimoto pearl. Freshwater cultured pearl come from the rivers of china.

5 out of 5 stars 96 96 reviews 3 500 00. On necklaces and bracelets look on the back of the clasp. Often oval shaped the long hook was inserted and locked into place. 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.

The hook and box clasp also called fish hook clasp was commonly used on pearl necklaces or necklaces with gemstone beads. Mikimoto necklaces and bracelets are also fitted with a signature m charm. From shop socaljewelbox. Mikimoto jewelry is identified by the mikimoto trademark showing as the outline of an oyster or the engraving of the mikimoto name.

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 pearl necklace 18k gold clasp 6 6 1 2 mm grade a plus cultured pearls 30 inches purchased from shreve co. In 1893 the founder kokichi mikimoto was the first in the world to successfully culture a pearl. How do i know that my pearl jewelry is authentic mikimoto.

On earrings see. Conch pearls are from the gulf of mexico and the caribbean.