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The value of pearls, assuming they are pearls from a mollusk and not from a factory mold, depend on size, color, luster, shape, complexion, and how well matched they are to each other. The first test is to lightly rub two pearls together. If they feel slippery, not pearl. If they feel gritty, like two pieces of fine sand paper, probably pearl. By the time the string, usually silk, looks old, it is usually time to have them restrung. They usually only break when one is all dressed up and ready to go out, and they usually break near the clasp where the thread looks frayed and discolored. If you can give me a clue about their size and general appearance I can give you a very wide price range that will probably encompass the correct value.

They are like sandpaper. They are small about 1/4 inch. These do not match each other each looks a different shape very shiny. These do need restringing. Thanks for your help.

Go to a website called Hallmarks.com in this site you will be able to find the maker and the age of the item. As for the pearls they need to be checked by a local pearl expert the measurements need to be correct meaning the momee of each pearl as it is called in pearls. It does sound – read like if you have a special piece can we take a look at it if possible. send some pics to [email protected] if you cannot find the link to the hallmark page go to our homepage and click on the link hallmarks. Be aware however of pearl know hows they normally always give you a lower value when appraised. We only know of one single company in Miami that we trust for our pearls anyone ells always barks up the wrong tree if you know what i mean.

I use the “teeth” test method for pearls sometimes I go by it and sometimes I do not..if the pearl feels like a very light sand paper then it “could” be real, the best and safest way for you to get a “real value” is to go to an antique store or jewelry store and ask their opinion about the pearls..jewelers will want money to do an appraisal. However Antique stores generally will tell you..do not tell them you want to sell the item, or they may not give you the correct value thinking they could buy it from you for less money, tell them you want an insurance value for a keepsake. I have a pair of pearl earrings that I have been pondering on for the correct price for months..I have done extensive research and the prices are all over the place anywhere from $99.00 to thousands..even for earrings..
You can google Hallmarks, there are lots of websites telling you about the marks..three animals, like a lion, an eagle and…there are so many marks..but you will find them if you google hallmarks, it will take research, you can also go to a very large book store and look for a hallmark book, it will most of the time show you pictures of the marks the same as online..I do that as well.
Good Luck and I hope I have given you some more info that you needed.
Susan