I recently found a purple pearl from a baked clam. My local jeweler knew nothing about it. He put me in touch with a gemologist who said they are not appraising these pearls at this time but hold on to it and call back in 6 months. Alot of confusing information on the internet. Does anyone know where to go with this?
Apr 20, 2008 Rating
clam pearl by: Teri
hi, I found a purple clam pearl several years ago I watched on New's 12 about a pearl found 2 carats, white. worth 1 million dollars... it was brought to n.y city...
I would hope because it is rare.... that these pearls would be worth a good amount of money. I too, will be taking it to my nearby jeweler to see, and hope that it is worth my while....
Jan 12, 2008 Rating
Clam Supplier by: Fred Dyer
My company, Dyer Shellfish, Inc. was the supplier
of clams to which this pearl apppeared. Contrary to previous reports, it actually came from an aquacultured clam that was grown in the waters off of Cedar Key, Florida. This area is in the Gulf of Mexico near the Suwanee River in northwest Florida and is the nation's largest producer of farm raised clams. Congratulations to Leslie, and everyone keep eating Florida farm raised clams! The benefits are many!
Jan 04, 2008 Rating
Current Market Value by: Kari
I thought you may be intested in what one buyer is willing to pay for purple pearls. I know it isn't as much as everyone is hoping for, and maybe after the sale of the Golash Brooch, prices will rise, but I talked with a fellow today who pays about $200/carat for nice purple or lavender Quahog pearls. For white clam pearls the price is $50+/carat.
These natural pearls are most often sold by weight and other characteristics also count, like shape, condition, color, size.
There are maybe other markets as well, but that is at last one practical price point to consider, if you're thinking about selling your pearl.
Your local jeweler may be able to help you out with finding your pearl's carat weight.
Keep us informed of what you find out about your pearl.
Kari
KariPearls.com
Jan 02, 2008 Rating
Great find by: Patti
We found a pearl several years ago. Ours is a very dark purple in color. I have searched the internet but haven't found much on clam pearls. We also would be interested in finding the value if any. patticf@comcast.net
Jan 01, 2008 Rating
We have almost identical pearl! by: Anonymous
Hi, leslie. We have almost the same pearl as you. We met with Antoinette Matlins last year but could not give us definites on value and the market. Please let us know what you find out as we are also interested in selling ours. Congratulations on your find! How exciting! Thank you - genevieve weber
phone: 516 463 6658
Jan 01, 2008 Rating
Pearl by: Jamie
About 5 years ago, the same thing happened to me eating cherrystone clams. My pearl looks like yours. I had a ring made out of it so I wouldn't loose it. I have no idea where to take it for appraisal. Please let me know what your going to do with yours. My email is missjamieb@optonline.net
Dec 31, 2007 Rating
clam pearls by: Anonymous
Very interested in your story (saw it on CNN) about the clam pearl you found. I also found a pearl in a littleneck clam a few months ago. Same purple color, about 5mm. Would love to hear feedback on value and if there is a market for these.
Dec 31, 2007 Rating
GREAT FIND !!! by: Anonymous
your pearl is very nice. Its great to see thise pearls being found,They are the most beautiful Ive ever seen. GREAT FIND!
