Vintage Mikimoto 15.7mm South Sea Pearl & 0.60ctw Diamond 18K Gold Earrings

Presenting an exceptional, investment-grade vintage Mikimoto pearl and diamond earring set. These magnificent earrings feature exceptionally large 15.7mm white South Sea cultured pearls, perfectly complemented by brilliant 0.30-carat diamonds. Set in heavy, finely crafted 18K yellow gold, this set includes a striking red presentation box and an impressive $9,000 appraisal.

Historical Significance: The Legacy of Mikimoto

Kokichi Mikimoto, famously known as the “Pearl King,” made history in 1893 when he successfully created the world’s very first cultured pearl. Recognizing that natural pearls were a rare luxury for the wealthy—occurring in less than one in a thousand oysters in the wild—he dedicated his life to perfecting the cultivation of magnificent pearls. Beyond his iconic Akoya pearls, Mikimoto expanded his expertise to cultivate extraordinary white and black South Sea pearls. To own a piece of Mikimoto jewelry is to possess a testament to decades of traditional Japanese metalworking combined with European manufacturing techniques, ensuring unparalleled luster, perfectly round shapes, and thick, flawless nacre.

Item Specifications

• Maker: Mikimoto.

• Hallmarks: Stamped with the signature Mikimoto trademark “M” within an oyster shell and the “750” gold purity mark.

• Material: 18K Solid Yellow Gold.

• Total Weight: 14.4 grams.

• Pearl Dimensions: 15.7mm each (South Sea Cultured Pearls).

• Diamond Weight: 0.30ct each (0.60 carats total weight).

• Total Earring Height: 23mm each.

• Appraised Value: $9,000.00.

Condition & Photographic Details

These earrings are in outstanding vintage condition. The pearls showcase remarkable luster and perfectly round shapes, indicative of Mikimoto’s uncompromising quality standards.

• The earrings are beautifully displayed in a classic red presentation box.

• A stunning macro view of the exceptional 15.7mm pearl and the 0.3ct brilliant diamond setting is clearly visible in the photo.

• The authentic Mikimoto hallmark (the “M” inside an oyster shell) alongside the “750” 18K gold stamp is clearly photographed on the clip backing .

• The exquisite craftsmanship of the 18K gold settings, featuring an intricate scalloped cup embracing the pearl and an elegant leaf motif on the clip mechanism, is showcased from the reverse angle in the photos.

Shipping & Handling

• Shipping: Fully insured and tracked international shipping via premium courier. The earrings, original box, and appraisal document will be professionally packaged to ensure safe and secure delivery to your collection.