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Mikimoto - A guide to pearl quality

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Discover the brand that brings you unrivalled pearl quality. Discover Mikimoto.

At C W Sellors we are passionate about luxury jewellery and strive to deliver the very best of the jewellery world to our customers. Over nearly 40 years, we have built up a big collection of products from top luxury brands that customers can either buy from our boutiques or order through our website.

Pearls continue to be popular amongst collectors of fine jewellery, as they are known to represent elegance, purity and are associated with one of the earth’s greatest natural wonders; the oceans.

We are proud to stock a large collection from Mikimoto; a leading brand for quality cultured pearls. In 1893, Kokichi Mikimoto succeeded in creating the world’s first cultured pearl. His achievement secured Mikimoto’s position as the foremost authority on these brilliant gems of the sea. Since then, Mikimoto’s pearl farmers have dedicated their lives to understanding the sea, researching the oyster and growing the finest quality cultured pearls.

However, like gemstones, the quality of a pearl is strongly influenced by the surrounding environment in which they form. Luxury brands, such as Mikimoto, aim to source pearls with the highest available quality.

Pearls are graded based on factors such as their:

  • Lustre
  • Surface quality
  • Shape
  • Size  

The pearls are then assigned a grade e.g. A-D, with Grades 'A' and above representing the best quality. The grading chart from Mikimoto (below) shows how these fine quality pearls compare to others at lower grades. As you can see from the pyramid, Mikimoto strive to maintain a high standard, sourcing pearls in the top 5% of the grading system. The Mikimoto sorting process and proprietary grading system are unique in the industry, assuring that every customer acquires only the most superb pearls.

Mikimoto pearl Quality

Where can I buy Mikimoto jewellery?

We currently have a great collection available to view in our Ashbourne, Bakewell and Ludlow boutiques. However, you can easily view and order from our Mikimoto range online at:

 https://www.cwsellors.co.uk/collections/mikimoto

Some classic Mikimoto pieces include

Mikimoto 18ct Yellow Gold Diamond Pearl Flower Necklace

This beautiful Mikimoto necklace features 3 Akoya cultured pearls that ascend in size from 4.5 - 5.75mm and are fixed elegantly below a blue enamel flower pendant. The pendant also holds a total 0.03ct diamonds for an extra sparkle and hangs from a stunning 18ct Yellow Gold chain. Matching items are available within the collection.

Mikimoto 18ct Yellow Gold Diamond Pearl Flower Necklace

Mikimoto Dandelion 18ct Rose Gold Diamond Akoya Pearl Ring

This Mikimoto 18ct Rose Gold Pearl ring is a stunning piece that features a gorgeous 7mm White Akoya pearl that rests next to a total 0.06ct exquisite diamonds that are embellished within a floral dandelion design. The Mikimoto Dandelion Collection is inspired by the popular and pretty flower. A perfect addition to any jewellery lovers collection.

Mikimoto Dandelion 18ct Rose Gold Diamond Akoya Pearl Ring

Mikimoto 18ct Yellow Gold Champagne Pearl Drop Earrings

These Mikimoto Pearl Drop earrings showcase exquisite 18 ct yellow gold settings that twist and wind down the lobe revealing a stunning golden south sea pearl at the end. The settings are further embellished by a gorgeous arrangement of dazzling diamonds.

Mikimoto 18ct Yellow Gold Champagne Pearl Drop Earrings

Mikimoto 18ct White Gold 0.17ct Diamond Pearl Twist Necklace

This elegant Mikimoto necklace features two exquisite white Akoya cultured pearls; a 6mm pearl that rests between the 18ct White Gold chain and pendant and an 8mm pearl that hangs beautifully at the base. The necklace is further embellished with a total 0.17ct diamonds, adding a luxurious sparkle. A beautiful addition to any jewellery lover's collection. The gorgeous chain is 46cm in length and can also be worn at 40cm.

 Mikimoto 18ct White Gold 0.17ct Diamond Pearl Twist Necklace

Mikimoto 18ct White Gold White Pearl Bracelet  

This classic Mikimoto bracelet features 6.5mm-7mm white A1 cultured pearls on a beautiful knotted strand. The bracelet also features an 18ct white gold Mikimoto signature design pearl-set clasp. A beautiful addition to any jewellery lover's collection.

 Mikimoto 18ct White Gold White Pearl Bracelet

 

https://www.cwsellors.co.uk/products/mikimoto-18ct-white-gold-white-pearl-bracelet-ud-70707-w-pw

With thanks | The C W Sellors Team

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