Vintage Pearl Bracelet with Sapphire Cluster Clasp

• The bracelet is 7 1/4″ (18cm ) long
• Cultured pearls approx. 6.5mm
• Cluster clasp 3cm (1.2″)
• Clasp Tests 9ct gold
• Box push clasp with double safety clasp
• It weighs 35 grams
• The bracelet in excellent condition
• Pearls are smooth and blemish free
• They are even coloured with good lustre
• This vintage pearl bracelet with sapphire clasp comes in the presentation box illustrated
• Our ref :22221

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Pearls, amber and coral are precious gems produced by plants and animals. These gems are adored because they are so attractive and rare and have thus been worn as jewellery for thousands of years. The most highly prized and the most expensive of this group are the fabulous and amazing pearls, they have one unique quality, which is, they can be worn by anyone, at any time, in any situation!
Factors affecting the price of pearls.
Pearl types, Lustre, thickness of nacre, colour, shape, size, surface quality, treatment status. The most expensive type of pearl is the natural pearl, these were the only type available until about 1900, when Mikimoto started to produce cultured pearls. Cultured pearls are from farmed oysters, whereas natural pearls come from “wild” oysters. Also, we have sea water pearls from the oceans and fresh water pearls from the rivers and streams. Seed pearls were very small pearls used extensively in Victorian jewellery. Artificial pearls are made from many materials often coloured glass.
Pearls are traditionally the birth stone for June.
Care of your antique pearl necklace.
Pearls are delicate and can easily be damaged, pearl is just 2.5 on the Mohs hardness scale. They should be wrapped in cloth or tissue so as not to be scratched by other hard objects or jewellery.
Also, pearls are not resistant to sprays and perfumes.