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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Aug 28, 2022
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starstarstarstarstar 		Oyster pearl found in Gulf coast FL
by: Anonymous

I found pearl from Gulf coast FL while enjoying a plate of Oyster . Color is rare… amber brown, white and pink colors.
How can I find the value if this nature pearl?
Aug 08, 2022
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starstarstarstarstar 		PEARLS
by: T J


I FOUND 6 BEAUTIES IN 1 OYSTER

2 PURPLE

2 PINK

1 BLUE BLACK

1 LAVENDER


THEY AS BIG ERASER ON PENCIL

WOULD THEY BE WORTH ANYTHING
Jan 04, 2022
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starstarstarstarstar 		I also found a Pearl in a New Orleans Restaurant Oyster!
by: Anonymous

They must be popular in Louisiana. I was thinking of putting it in a shadow box as a keepsake, but now I'm thinking I should get it appraised in case it's worth something (I could certainly do with the money!).
Jul 09, 2021
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starstarstarstarstar 		Found a small pearl
by: Kevin

Hi everyone, I was in New Orleans at dinner with my wife and found a small pearl in a Oyster. Ive looked but cant find details on how to clean a raw pearl. Any suggestions? Thank you.
Jan 16, 2020
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starstarstarstarstar 		Are The Replies Serious
by: Anonymous

Many pearls found today are cultured pearls. They are farmed. Natural pearls are considered the most expensive pearls you can find because they are natural and real. I find it absolutely funny that people are passing off peoples finds in natural pearls.

If you found a pearl in an oyster that was gathered naturally rather than specifically made so that it has a pearl, then you should be happy because your pearl has value.
Aug 29, 2017
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starstarstarstarstar 		Beautiful White Pearl
by: Alexis

Eating oysters at Pineapple Willie's in Panama City Beach Fl and found a small pearl.
Dec 16, 2015
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starstarstarstarstar 		Wow my tooth still hurts from the huge bite to the pearl I found in my oyster
by: Maria Rios

I was enjoying the second oyster of my plate when I bite the hardest thing, and surprise it was a pearl is pretty small, round between pink and tan color I love the fact that I felt lucky for once in my life :)
Dec 28, 2014
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starstarstarstarstar 		THREE PEARLS FOUND.
by: Anonymous

My son was eating some oysters with me last night and he paused and pulled out a small white round pearl. Then said.."wait, " and pulled out another one. Again saying "wait, wait" and pulled out yet another one. All small white ones. The biggest being the size of a popcorn kernal. We are anxious to know how to find out if there is any value at all.
Aug 22, 2014
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starstarstarstarstar 		Found a pearl
by: Anonymous

I'm glad to find this site. I found someone who said edible oysters don't make pearls...right after I'd found one in my oysters (which I ate and enjoyed muchly, thank you very much!). :) It's not large, but what a thrill!
Feb 14, 2014
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starstarstarstarstar 		Happy Valentine's Day
by: Kari

Hey, what a great way to celebrate Valentine's Day....by finding a pearl.

You can add photos by checking on the left hand nav bar to "Found a Pearl?" and clicking on it. It will take you to a page where you can upload photos and tell your story.

Looking forward to your submission and congrats again!

Kari
Feb 14, 2014
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starstarstarstarstar 		pearl
by: corey

Me and my wife gone out to for early Valentine's dinner..and had some raw osysters and the very frist one i eatten had a pearl not to pretty though..looks white with purple mix in it with white cracks lines but i dont think its crack..but email me at coreywoods.cctx@gmail.com for a photo ..and i would love to sell it if it has any value..thxs alot for any info about my pearl..
Sep 07, 2012
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starstarstarstarstar 		Pearl appraisers
by: Kari

Hi and congrats to all for finding natural pearls.

Please don't get your hopes up too high about pearls from edible oysters being valuable. Some may be, especially if they have high luster, but most are best as keepsake items, conversations pieces, or they can be made into nice jewelry.

EGL (gemological lab)in New York City, not only identifies pearls but also appraises them.

Long time pearl expert, Gina Latendresse, in Nashville, TN, also appraises natural pearls.

If you suspect your natural pearl may have significant value, I suggest getting it appraised by either of those experts.

If you are interested in putting your pearl up for sale, I am happy to discuss the possibility of listing it on my site. No fee to list.

It's a thrill to find a natural pearl, regardless of its value. Natural pearls are rare and often quite lovely.
Sep 04, 2012
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starstarstarstarstar 		TWO PEARLS FOUND IN ONE OYSTER
by: Anonymous

I WAS EATING OYSTERS AND I FOUND TWO PEARLS IN ONE OYSTER. WHAT DO THIS MEAN? THE FIRST WAS THE BIG ONE AND THE COLOR WAS BLACK AND THE SECOND WAS PURPLE AND THAT WAS THE SMALL ONE. PLEASE HELP!!!!
Sep 03, 2012
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starstarstarstarstar 		Double Whammy
by: BME

On Thursday 8/30 I found a small pearl in an oyster. Three days later I found another pearl in another oyster. What are the chances of that !?!? I'd like to go play the lottery, but I just know that George Clooney will be knocking on my door any second now!!!
Jun 07, 2012
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starstarstarstarstar 		My lucky pearl
by: Linda

i was eating an oyster po-boy and bit on something hard ,and it was a pearl I was shocked and suprise I didn't really think pearls came out of oysters that you eat, taught only fishermans got them from the bottom of the ocean or something.I feel lucky and all my friends think the same way.LOL..of course I"m from Louisiana
Apr 29, 2012
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starstarstarstarstar 		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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starstarstarstarstar 		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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starstarstarstarstar 		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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starstarstarstarstar 		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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starstarstarstarstar 		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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starstarstarstarstar 		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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starstarstarstarstar 		Reply
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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starstarstarstarstar 		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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