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CX0091 – Sterling Silver OT Toggle South Sea White Keshi Strand – 38cm
£985.00 GBP
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Named for the Torres Strait word meaning "precious" and "beautiful," Miriam celebrates the oceanic heritage of South Sea pearls with a 36cm strand of varied white keshi treasures. This name carries deep significance—the Torres Strait lies in the heart of South Sea pearl cultivation waters, between northern Australia and Papua New Guinea, where these magnificent pearls are born.
Each keshi in this strand tells the story of those pristine waters, formed naturally without human intervention in the vast Pinctada maxima oysters that call these tropical seas home. The varied sizes and organic shapes create a symphony of natural beauty—no two alike, each one a unique expression of oceanic artistry.
The name Miriam honours both the indigenous Torres Strait Islander heritage and the precious nature of these South Sea treasures. Like the diverse communities of the Torres Strait islands, each keshi brings its own character to the collective beauty, creating harmony through diversity.
The lustrous white surfaces catch and reflect light like sunbeams dancing on tropical waters, whilst the varied shapes—from elongated ovals to rounded buttons to organic free-forms—create visual rhythm and movement. This natural variation is what makes keshi pearls so captivating; they refuse to conform, celebrating instead the beautiful unpredictability of nature.
The 36cm length provides elegant versatility, sitting beautifully at the collarbone for sophisticated grace. The sterling silver OT (over-and-through) toggle clasp adds contemporary functionality whilst maintaining the strand's organic aesthetic—its circular form echoing the endless cycles of tide and time that create these oceanic gems.
Miriam represents more than jewellery; it's a connection to place, to heritage, and to the patient artistry of nature itself. Each time you wear this strand, you carry with you the story of the Torres Strait waters and the precious beauty they nurture.
Product Highlights:
- South Sea white keshi pearls from Australian cultivation waters
- 38cm length perfect for elegant collarbone positioning
- Varied organic shapes celebrating unique keshi formation and lustrous surfaces
- Sterling silver OT toggle clasp for secure, stylish closure
- MADE TO ORDER ONLY
Perfect For:
- Those who appreciate meaningful jewellery with cultural connection
- Lovers of South Sea pearl quality and natural variation
- Collectors seeking authentic oceanic heritage pieces
- Gifts celebrating natural beauty and cultural significance
- Elegant everyday wear with sophisticated presence
- Anyone drawn to the stories behind their treasures
✧ Note ✧
- Made to order item processing time varies depending on item ordered, please enquire for details.
- For back order or additional orders, slight variations in shape, size, and colour are expected.
- Hand measurements are approximate.
- All our products feature natural surface variations, blemishes, and irregularities. These are inherent characteristics of genuine materials, not manufacturing defects.
- Please read our shipping and return policies before completing your order.
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Something about pearls
A little bit more about Tahitian pearl, South Sea pearl, and Keshi from both bivalves (according to GIA)
Although commonly known as Tahitian Black Pearl, its body colour varies from silver to black to green to purple, with multiple coloured overtone which not seen in other pearls from the same oyster family. From Pinctada margaritifera (black-lipped pearl oyster), Tahitian pearls are cultivated primarily around the islands of French Polynesia (the most familiar of which is Tahiti), these saltwater cultured pearls usually range from white to black. Other colours include dark metallic greens and purples (sometimes called aubergine). The usual size is about 8 mm to 17 mm, although larger pearls exist in limited quantities. (GIA: These overtones and/or secondary hues may be green, pink, purple, or a combination of colours leading to such exotic and descriptive terms as “Peacock,” “Aubergine,” or “Pistachio.” On rare occasions, white, brown, and yellow primary bodycolours with a range of overtones may also be found.)
South Sea pearls have much softer but equally shiny body colours of white, cream, silver, or golden. Produced by Pinctada maxima mollusk, commonly referred to as the “South Sea pearl oyster,” is the largest of the Pinctada genus. It has 2 common forms: Silver-lipped and gold-lipped, producing the white body-coloured pearls and golden body-coloured pearls.
There are bead-cultured pearl and non-bead-cultured pearl, also known in the trade as Keshi (Japanese for “poppyseed”) Pearls from both of the Pinctada genus, formed without being intentionally nucleated in mollusks while undergoing pearl cultivation, resulting an accidental non-bead-cultured pearl. Although a by-product, Keshi is a wonder of nature in its own right, and is valuable and in demand.
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Some common words used in pearl trading:
Round shape
Near/semi Round shape
Baroque shape
Round Baroque shape
Keshi pearls
White South Sea Pearl
Gold South Sea Pearl
Tahitian Pearl
Akoya Pearl
Edison Pearl
Freshwater Pearl
Marbe Pearl
Colour enhancement
Pinctada margaritifera (black-lipped pearl oyster)
Pinctada maxima (white/gold-lipped pearl oyster)
Bead Cultured (BC)
Non-bead Cultured (NBC)
Body colour: the pearl’s dominant overall colour
Overtone: one or more translucent colours that lie over a pearl’s bodycolour
Orient: a shimmer of iridescent rainbow colours on or just below a pearl’s surface
Shipping & Returns
SHIPPING
- All items are dispatched from the United Kingdom.
- Standard UK orders are shipped via Royal Mail.
- International orders (including to the US) are shipped via Royal Mail International Tracked & Signed, or an equivalent tracked courier.
- Shipping insurance is optional but highly recommended for all orders, especially international shipments. Without insurance, customers assume full risk of loss or damage during transit. Claims can only be processed for insured shipments.
- Please ensure that your shipping address is correct at checkout. I am not responsible for parcels lost due to incorrect addresses provided by the buyer.
RETURNS & EXCHANGES
Please read carefully before placing your order.
Your Statutory Rights You have the right to cancel your order within 14 days of delivery without giving any reason under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013. This does not affect your statutory rights for faulty, damaged, or misdescribed items.
Return Window 14 days from delivery date for eligible items.
Items Excluded from Returns
✧ Earrings and other intimate items I do not accept returns on earrings or pierced jewellery due to hygiene reasons, in line with UK consumer protection regulations.
✧ Made-to-order pieces Made-to-order or custom pieces are non-returnable. These items are crafted specifically for you and cannot be resold.
✧ Insurance add-ons Insurance add-ons are non-refundable once delivery is completed.
✧ Items marked as final sale
All Other Items Returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery, provided the item is returned in its original condition (tags attached and in original packaging), unused and undamaged.
Costs & Fees
- Original shipping costs: Non-refundable (except for faulty/misdescribed items or our errors)
- Return shipping: Buyer responsibility - must use tracked method with appropriate insurance
- Restocking fee: 15% applies to all eligible returns
- Inspection: Items subject to inspection upon return
Return Process To request a return, please contact me via email within 14 days of delivery. I will provide return instructions and address.
Damage Claims I inspect and carefully package every item prior to dispatch. If your item arrives damaged, please contact me within 48 hours of delivery with photos.
Refunds Refunds processed 5-10 business days after receipt and inspection of returned items. Refunds issued to original payment method. I reserve the right to refuse refunds if return conditions are not met.
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