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Found Pearls in Oysters

by Vivian
(Friendswood, Texas)

I have found a few pearls in my oysters in the past years and just found another last night.

I would like to know how to clean these or what is the best thing to do with them.

Can anyone give me some advice?
Thank you

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Found Pearls in Oysters

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Apr 29, 2012
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two pearls
by: KBKB

I found 2 small pearls in the oyster I was eating last night. I just wondered how often that happens?

Nov 05, 2010
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help
by: eli

hi im eli i found a pearl last night is very smal is a cream color one an is about three millimiter diameter...where can i go an find the value on it thank you any one that can tell me where can i go....

Aug 25, 2010
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general rule
by: Kari

Hi,

As a general rule, pearls from edible oysters do not have a high value. There is always the exception, of course. Luster is the most important feature of pearls and size, shape, color are also taken into consideration when determining value.

I offer a few pearls for sale on my site that belong to my website readers. If offering your pearl on this website may interest you, please contact me for more information.

There is no fee to list your pearl on my site.

God bless and congrats to all who have found a natural pearl! Natural pearls are special!

Aug 25, 2010
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Found pearl
by: Anonymous

I found a pearl in an oyster when I was a waitress in the late 80's, I still have this pearl and was wondering what it is worth and can I go about selling it?

Feb 19, 2009
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Found Pearl in Oysters
by: Anonymous

I found a pearl in my oysters. What should I do and are they valued anything

Mar 21, 2008
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Help
by: Latoya

I bit down on a round pearl while eating my oyster. I want to know the value, what should I do?

Jan 12, 2008
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by: Vivian

Kari,

I have not taken a picture as of yet. It will be forthcoming though. I found one last night and the others have been found through the years. My husband and I eat them as often as we can, plus I have some good friends in the shrimping business.
Thanks for the advice.

Jan 12, 2008
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Unusual to find pearls
by: Kari

Hi Vivian, I think it's unusual that you have found more than one pearl....you must eat oysters often.

You should be able to clean them with soap and water.

One idea is to have them made into a special piece of jewelry for yourself and as an heirloom to pass on. A local jeweler may be able to help you design a neat piece.

Natural pearls are very special. The value depends on many factors.

Thanks for sharing. Any photos?

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