Mikimoto, Cultured Pearl Earrings with an Unsigned Cultured Pearl Necklace
Mikimoto, Cultured Pearl Earrings with an Unsigned Cultured Pearl Necklace
The necklace set with cultured pearls measuring approximately 2.70 - 7.40 mm, the clasp set with single cut diamonds, and the earrings set with cultured pearls measuring approximately 7.40 mm. 14 and 18 karat yellow gold. Necklace: 19 1/2 inches long. Earrings: 1/4 inch long.
Necklace stamp: 14K.
Earrings stamp: (Mikimoto maker's mark) 750.
Gross weight: 10.95 dwt.
Provenance
Established in 1893, Mikimoto was founded by Kokichi Mikimoto, known by many as the ‘Pearl King.' Mikimoto earned acclaim after creating the first semi-spherical cultured pearl and later developing the techniques to create fully spherical cultured pearls, revolutionizing the pearl industry. He opened his first boutique in Japan in 1899, and, in 1927, following a New York Times article detailing his visit with Thomas Edison, Mikimoto became a household name. The firm is renowned for its exquisite designs and superb pearls, only designing with pearls that pass its rigorous standard. Mikimoto pieces often feature Akoya, South Sea, and Tahitian pearls. Today, you can visit the Mikimoto Museum on Pearl Island to see the original cultured pearl necklace, which serves as the template for all traditional Mikimoto pearl strands.
Condition
Overall Condition: We recommend that you periodically have your jewelry restrung. Light scratching, wear, and discoloration to metal.Pearl Strand Characteristics: Shape: Near round.Color: Cream.Luster: Very good.Surface Condition: Moderately spotted.Matching: Good.Any information appearing in the Condition Report should be treated as opinion and is provided as a courtesy. Freeman's is not responsible for any discrepancies, errors, or errors of omission. Please contact jewelrycr@freemansauction.com to request a Condition Report, if none is provided, or to request additional information or photographs of this lot. All lots are sold “AS IS”.
Mikimoto, Cultured Pearl Earrings with an Unsigned Cultured Pearl Necklace
The necklace set with cultured pearls measuring approximately 2.70 - 7.40 mm, the clasp set with single cut diamonds, and the earrings set with cultured pearls measuring approximately 7.40 mm. 14 and 18 karat yellow gold. Necklace: 19 1/2 inches long. Earrings: 1/4 inch long.
Necklace stamp: 14K.
Earrings stamp: (Mikimoto maker's mark) 750.
Gross weight: 10.95 dwt.
Provenance
Established in 1893, Mikimoto was founded by Kokichi Mikimoto, known by many as the ‘Pearl King.' Mikimoto earned acclaim after creating the first semi-spherical cultured pearl and later developing the techniques to create fully spherical cultured pearls, revolutionizing the pearl industry. He opened his first boutique in Japan in 1899, and, in 1927, following a New York Times article detailing his visit with Thomas Edison, Mikimoto became a household name. The firm is renowned for its exquisite designs and superb pearls, only designing with pearls that pass its rigorous standard. Mikimoto pieces often feature Akoya, South Sea, and Tahitian pearls. Today, you can visit the Mikimoto Museum on Pearl Island to see the original cultured pearl necklace, which serves as the template for all traditional Mikimoto pearl strands.
Condition
Overall Condition: We recommend that you periodically have your jewelry restrung. Light scratching, wear, and discoloration to metal.Pearl Strand Characteristics: Shape: Near round.Color: Cream.Luster: Very good.Surface Condition: Moderately spotted.Matching: Good.Any information appearing in the Condition Report should be treated as opinion and is provided as a courtesy. Freeman's is not responsible for any discrepancies, errors, or errors of omission. Please contact jewelrycr@freemansauction.com to request a Condition Report, if none is provided, or to request additional information or photographs of this lot. All lots are sold “AS IS”.
