Summary
A thrift shopper bought a necklace for $10, believing it to be a black pearl necklace. After visiting a jeweler, it was confirmed to be genuine freshwater pearls. The shopper shared methods for identifying real pearls on Reddit, gaining significant attention.
Key Facts
- A shopper purchased a black pearl necklace for $10 at a thrift store.
- The necklace was taken to a jeweler, who confirmed the pearls were real freshwater pearls.
- The shopper shared identification tips on Reddit, leading to over 4,000 upvotes.
- The identification tips included checking for a 925 marking on the clasp, looking for knots between pearls, and performing texture and shape tests.
- Real pearls feel gritty when rubbed together, while fake ones are smooth.
- Authentic pearls have slight shape and color variations, unlike uniform plastic or glass beads.
- The story sparked discussions on creative ways to wear the vintage necklace.
