In February 2016 Dr. Laurent Cartier had the opportunity of visiting Jewelmer pearl farms near Palawan Island in the Philippines and observing the different culturing techniques required to harvest golden South Sea pearls.
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These pearls (0.7-9.3 ct) were submitted to SSEF for identification and
This magnificent vintage cocktail ring is crafted in solid 14k white gold and features an elegant bypass design that carries two, GIA certified button shape cultured saltwater pearls with light cream body color and pink overtone. The bypass design is also adorned with two channels of fine quality baguette cut diamonds that add a glamorous touch to the ring and total approximately 0.40 carats in weight.
Vintage 14K White Gold GIA Certified 9.9mm & 9.8mm Cultured Saltwater Akoya Pearl with 0.40ctw Baguette Channel Diamond Bypass Cocktail Ring
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Cartier Mid Century Cultured Pearl Platinum 14 Karat Gold Pin Brooch