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Mikimoto celebrates 125th anniversary with a luxurious pearl collection

Mikimoto celebrates 125th anniversary with a luxurious pearl collection

SINCE THE DAWN OF FASHION, PEARL JEWELLERY HAS BEEN ACKNOWLEDGED TO BE ONE OF THE MOST ELEGANT. In ancient times, pearls were seen as a symbol of wealth and power because they were rare and reserved almost exclusively for the rich and powerful.

The Book of the Pearl, George Frederick Kunz and Charles Hugh Stevenson narrate one theory — that pearls No matter the origin, though, men and women have sought after the most iridescent and luminescent pearls over the centuries. Apart from being hailed as one of the most opulent and rare jewels, pearls were also associated with purity and modesty in many cultures.

Mikimoto, known as the father of the modern cultured pearl industry, produced the the science of pearl cultivation, thus giving birth to a viable cultured pearl industry. Since then, Mikimoto has built one of the greatest names in luxury jewellery, with

OPPOSITE PAGE Model wearing a necklace from the Jeuxde Rubans collection in 18K white gold with white South Sea cultured pearls, Akoya cultured pearls, sapphires, and diamonds THIS PAGE Necklace in 18K white gold with Akoya cultured pearls and diamonds