【COLLECTIBLE】"Umihotaru" Akoya Pearl (No. SU58240)
Collect, Re-attach, Display
These are jewelry pieces that allow you to fully appreciate the unique character of each individual pearl, "collecting pearls."
The pearls prepared for COLLECTIBLE PEARL are truly valuable and rare, carefully selected from a vast array of options.
Please find your own unique pearl.
◆You can view the production story here.
【Pearl Details】
SQ (SPECIAL PEARL QUALITY)
| NUMBER: SU58240 | ORIGIN: Tsushima, Japan |
| SHAPE: Baroque | SIZE: aprx.8-9ｍｍ |
| COLOR: Blue family | GRADE [Nacre]: Thick |
| GRADE [Luster]: AAA | GRADE [Blemishes]: AAA |
The slightly greenish blue color has a refreshing hue, with purple-pink overtones as iridescence.
When viewed with the clasp facing down, the luster of the top surface is extremely strong, and the beautiful sparkle when sunlight hits it is breathtaking.
※About Umibotaru
Umibotaru are naturally colored blue baroque Akoya pearls cultivated in Tsushima, Nagasaki Prefecture, by one of Japan's leading pearl farmers with a 120-year history.
Only pearls with a mysterious blue color, as if reflecting the sea of Tsushima, are given the name "Umibotaru" and certified as a pearl brand.
Naturally colored blue Akoya pearls are created when organic components from the oyster penetrate the nacre layers, producing beautiful iridescence. Since the color appears accidentally, it is rare and very valuable for the blue to beautifully cover the entire pearl.
Naturally colored blue Akoya pearls are known to be susceptible to color changes, but "Umibotaru" pearls have thick nacre layers and a deep color, and undergo a preservation process under strict management to minimize color changes.
You can read an interview with the producers of Umibotaru here.
◆For more details on pearl quality and grading, please refer to the Our Pearls page.
※Each pearl is fitted with an K18YG screw receiver part.
【Dedicated Parts】※Dedicated parts are sold separately. Dedicated parts can be found here
We offer dedicated rings and earrings in K18 Yellow Gold or Pt900, to which COLLECTIBLE PEARL can be attached.
When attaching COLLECTIBLE PEARL to dedicated rings or other dedicated parts, please screw it in clockwise until it is fully tightened before use.
Please note that the screw may loosen slightly after prolonged use or if force is applied to the pearl.
【Specimen Stand】
A specimen stand, crafted by recorder and flute maker Kiyoto Hoshika, designed to display COLLECTIBLE PEARL.
This unique specimen stand, made for pearls, features beautiful curves created with delicate craftsmanship and the attractive grain of the wood.
※If you purchase COLLECTIBLE PEARL, specimen stands are available for custom order. If desired, please add it from the COLLECTIBLE PEARL product options. Please note that if there is no stock, it may take some time to produce.
Regarding Delivery Time
・If you purchase only COLLECTIBLE PEARL, delivery usually takes within 1 week.
・For dedicated rings, some sizes are always in stock while others are not. Sizes that are out of stock will be custom-made after your order, so please allow 2 to 6 weeks for production.
・Specimen stands may take approximately 2 to 6 weeks for production. (Shipping for separate deliveries is free)
Regarding Stated Sizes
・Pearl sizes may vary slightly depending on the measurement point.
・Keshi and baroque pearls are approximate values measured by sieving.
※If you wish for gift wrapping, please add it to your cart here.
*Each pearl sometimes has blemishes and flaws on the surface which actually indicate that a pearl is authentic. *For any enquiries and further information about our products, please do not hesitate to contact us before the purchase. *The pearls and jewelries on the image may slightly differ from their actual color, texture and design due to the display resolution on different devices.
