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GIA 2.99 ctw. Natural Quahog Pearl & Diamond Earrings in Platinum
GIA 2.99 ctw. Natural Quahog Pearl & Diamond Earrings in Platinum
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ABOUT US
Global Gemology & Appraisals is an NAJA Accredited Gemological Laboratory, owned and operated by one of the gem and jewelry industry's most highly-credentialed experts. Scott Papper is a Graduate Gemologist (GIA), Certified Master Appraiser (NAJA), Accredited Senior Appraiser (ASA), Registered Gemologist Appraiser (ISG), and Accredited Senior Gemologist (AGA), to name only a handful. Scott is a fourth generation gem and jewelry professional with experience as an independent appraiser, gemologist, jewelry buyer, pawnbroker, and expert witness. In addition to having performed appraisal services for both private clients and those within the trade, he has also been engaged as a subcontractor to assist with the valuation of jewelry and watches that have been confiscated by US government agencies, including the US Secret Service (USSS), the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and the US Coast Guard (USCG).
ABOUT THE ITEM
Quahog pearls (pronounced KO-hog) are extremely rare organic gems produced naturally by the bivalve clam, Venus mercenaria or Mercenaria mercenaria.
Quahog pearls are found by fishermen off the eastern coast of the United States, typically in the New England region, where clams are harvested for their delicious meat for use in popular dishes such as clam chowder. It is estimated that only 1 out of every 100,000 quahog clams will produce a pearl of any kind and the majority of them are not attractive enough to be used in jewelry. Purple and lavender are considered to be the most valuable shades of quahog pearls.
In 2005, a Rhode Island jeweler named Alan Golash purchased a brooch from an antique store for $14, that was believed to be costume jewelry. This brooch turned out to be a Georgian Era enameled high karat gold brooch, circa 1835, set with one of the world's largest, and finest quality, quahog pearls along with an additional quahog pearl dangle. The brooch was later named The Golash Brooch after its discoverer. The large, center pearl was named Pearl of Venus by Golash.
In 2015, a 6-plus carat lavender Quahog pearl was found by a policeman while eating a seafood soup. This pearl received national media attention and wound up selling at Kaminski Auctions for $16,500.00.
This pair of custom-made platinum earrings feature two natural purple quahog pearls, totaling 2.99 carats. The natural pearls are framed by halos of round brilliant cut diamonds, totaling 0.61 carats. The overall diameter of each earring is 11 millimeters. They are fastened by butterfly pushbacks, for pierced ears. Hallmarked "PLAT".
Accompanied by GIA Pearl Identification Report Number 1216073387.
| ITEM DETAILS | |
| Metal: | Platinum |
| Gender: | Lady's |
| Earring Size: | 11mm Diameter |
| Hallmarks: | "PLAT" |
| Gross Weight: | 4.0 grams (2.6 dwts) |
| Age: | Contemporary |
| Condition: | Brand New |
| PEARL DETAILS | |
| Quantity: | 2 |
| Type: | Quahog |
| Nature: | Natural |
| Environment: | Saltwater |
| Measurements: | a.) 6.40 x 4.68mm, b.) 6.62 x 4.82mm |
| Shape: | Button |
| Color: | a.) Deep Purple & Cream, Natural, b.) Deep Purple, Natural |
| Luster: | Porcelaneous |
| Treatments: | No Indications of Treatment |
| Carat Weight: | a.) 1.33 ct., b.) 1.66 ct. |
| Total Carat Weight: | 2.99 ct. |
| GIA Report Number: |
1216073387 |
| DIAMOND DETAILS | |
| Quantity: | 30 |
| Shape/Cutting Style: | Round Brilliant Cut |
| Color: | G-H |
| Clarity: | VS2-SI1 |
| Measurements: | 1.70mm Diameter |
| Total Carat Weight: | 0.61 ct. |
