Mikimoto Pearl Necklace Clasp Identification

Mikimoto is japan s representative jeweler.

Mikimoto pearl necklace clasp identification.

Freshwater cultured pearl come from the rivers of china. The hook and box clasp also called fish hook clasp was commonly used on pearl necklaces or necklaces with gemstone beads. South sea cultured pearl come from indonesia australia and the philippines. How do i know that my pearl jewelry is authentic mikimoto.

5 out of 5 stars 96 96 reviews 3 500 00. Mikimoto necklaces and bracelets are also fitted with a signature m charm. Conch pearls are from the gulf of mexico and the caribbean. On necklaces and bracelets look on the back of the clasp.

Favorite add to vintage faux pearl gold vermeil sterling silver clasp bracelet socaljewelbox. From shop socaljewelbox. 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. In 1893 the founder kokichi mikimoto was the first in the world to successfully culture a pearl.

Inquire about the grade of the mikimoto pearl. As with bracelets commonly used vintage necklace clasps include ring clasps foldover clasps and box clasps. Often oval shaped the long hook was inserted and locked into place. Mikimoto jewelry is identified by the mikimoto trademark showing as the outline of an oyster or the engraving of the mikimoto name.

Antique vintage mikimoto pearl necklace strand genuine early c 1930 s 20 inch. On earrings see.