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
Tridacna pearls are very rare, organic gems produced by the largest living bivalve mollusk from the Cardiidae family, known as the Tridacna gigas or Giant Clam. Tridacna clams can be found in the shallow waters of the Indo-Pacific, inhabiting coral reefs. They can live for up to 100 years, can grow as large as 4 feet across and weigh up to 440 pounds! Natural Tridacna pearls are known for their porcelaneous appearance, sometimes displaying beautiful flame patterning.
This magnificent, 1-of-a-kind ring features an 8.64 carat natural tridacna pearl set in a darkened platinum setting with 2.35 carats of pavé diamond accents. Accompanied by GIA Pearl Identification Report.
Accompanied by GIA Pearl Identification Report #2201324708.
