Mikimoto Brooches
Japanese
Born to a noodle-shop owner, Japanese jeweler Kokichi Mikimoto (1858–1954) worked in the seafood business before shifting his focus to pearl cultivation. In 1893, he successfully developed the world’s first cultured pearls with a semispherical specimen. His further experimentation would include black and white South Sea pearls. This development gave Mikimoto a supply of what had once been a notoriously rare natural element and earned him the nickname “The Pearl King.” As he once said, “My dream is to adorn the necks of all women around the world with pearls.”
In 1899 in Tokyo’s Ginza district, Mikimoto opened his first, eponymous store in a white-stone building reminiscent of the color of pearls. He quickly earned a reputation for dazzling designs that blended Japanese craftsmanship and European influence. Mikimoto sent his jewelers to Europe to study the latest trends in jewelry and design; they brought back knowledge of Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles, which were incorporated into designs featuring Mikimoto’s pearls.
But Mikimoto’s creations were not met with enthusiasm by all. In 1921, a London newspaper called the designer’s jewelry “only imitations of real pearls” and claimed the company was “misleading” its customers. It developed into a lawsuit in the French courts, which ruled in Mikimoto’s favor, and raised the jeweler’s global profile.
He also brought his work international acclaim through exhibitions and world’s fairs, including the 1926 Sesquicentennial Exposition in Philadelphia where he unveiled a replica of the Liberty Bell covered with pearls. In 1927, Mikimoto met with Thomas Edison, who gave the jeweler’s invention probably its best compliment: “It is one of the wonders of the world that you were able to culture pearls. . . . This isn’t a cultured pearl, it’s a real pearl.”
Following World War II, Mikimoto opened stores around the world, with locations now in Paris, New York City, Los Angeles and Shanghai. Though its founder died in 1954, the Mikimoto company has continued to build on the legacy he established, producing collections of pearl necklaces and other pearl-centric jewelry that span a wide range of styles.
In 2017, the brand reopened its flagship Tokyo store, tapping architect Hiroshi Naito to design a new glittering facade whose 40,000 tiny glass plates are meant to evoke the movement of the ocean as they catch the light. The place where Mikimoto had his legendary success over a century ago is now known as Mikimoto Pearl Island and includes a museum on his life and pearls. A highlight is the “Boss’s Necklace,” which was the first made by Mikimoto and is the model for all the brand’s classic strands that have followed.
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Creator: Mikimoto
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver M389
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate sterling silver brooch has 8 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls.
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Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Vintage Mikimoto Akoya Cultured Pearl and Sterling Silver Brooch or Pin
By Mikimoto
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine vintage Mikimoto Akoya cultured pearl and sterling silver brooch or pin.
With graduated round white pearls set on sterling silver bouquet...
Category
20th Century Japanese Modern Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
1950s Mikimoto Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch
By Mikimoto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mikimoto Cultured Pearl and Yellow Gold Brooch, circa 1950.
SPECIFICATIONS:
PEARLS: Cultured Pearls from 3.4mm to 7.6mm.
METAL: 14K yellow gold
WEIGHT: 10.7 grams.
DIMENSION...
Category
1950s Modern Vintage Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch 1.5 x 1" 14k Y Gold 6.60-5.50 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch 1.5 x 1" 14k Y Gold 6.60-5.50 mm M370
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto 14k Gold brooch has 5 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls ranging in size from 6...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Gold
Mikimoto Modernist 14k Gold & Akoya Pearl Brooch or Pin
By Mikimoto
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Japanese Modern gold & pearl brooch.
By Mikimoto.
In 14k gold.
Set with 8 round white Akoya pearls.
Signed to the reverse.
Simply a wonderful Japanese modernist brooch!
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Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Modernist Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold
Mikimoto White Akoya Cultured Pearl Spray Brooch Set in 14 Karat White Gold
By Mikimoto
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This lovely Mikimoto brooch features exquisite akoya cultured pearls set in lustrous 14 karat white gold. The brooch design showcases the timeless elegance of pearls, with each pearl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Tree of Life Brooch 14k Gold
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Tree of Life Brooch 14k Gold M310
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto 14k Gold brooch has 13 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls and ha...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold
Mikimoto Pearl Brooch 14k Yellow Gold
By Mikimoto
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications:
Designer: Mikimoto
Metal: 14k yellow gold
Gemstones: 9 pearls
Pearl Diameter: ~5 mm - 6 mm
Brooch Diameter: 1.75" x 1.10"
Total Weight: 8.0 grams
Stampe...
Category
Late 20th Century Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mikimoto 14k Yellow Gold Southern Cross Constellation Cultured Pearl Brooch
By Mikimoto
Located in Fairfield, CT
14k yellow gold brooch. This spectacular vintage brooch by Mikimoto is the Southern Cross constellation (the arms are intentionally slightly askew to mimic the stars in the sky). Eac...
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Modern Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 7.10 mm M277
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate sterling silver brooch has 8 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls ranging in si...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.16 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.16 mm M321
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate sterling silver brooch has 1 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls 6.1...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver 5 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver 5 mm M342
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya pearl brooch pin is made of sterling silver and has 4 Akoya Cultu...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.74 mm M303
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate sterling silver brooch has 7 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls 6.7...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Estate Akoya pearl Brooch 7 mm Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya pearl Brooch 7 mm Silver M307
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya pearl brooch pin is made of sterling silve...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Silver
1950s Retro Mikimoto Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a beautiful 1950s Retro Mikimoto pearl brooch made in sterling silver. The brooch features four, 4.50-5.50mm round pearls that are ...
Category
1950s American Retro Vintage Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver 5.5 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver 5.5 mm M322
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate sterling silver brooch has 4 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls and has a weight o...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Flower Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.16 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Flower Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.16 mm M415
This elegant Authentic Rare Mikimoto Estate sterling silver brooch has 1 Saltwater Akoya Cu...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Pearl Wreath Brooch, 14k Yellow Gold, Length 1.38 Inches
By Mikimoto
Located in McLeansville, NC
Embrace timeless elegance with this exquisite Mikimoto pearl wreath brooch, crafted in 14k yellow gold. Measuring 1.38 inches, this stunning piece features lustrous cultured pearls a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin 14k Gold
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin 14k Gold 6 mm M273
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto 14k Gold brooch has 3 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls ranging ...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold
Mikimoto Pearl Brooch 14k Yellow Gold
By Mikimoto
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications:
Designer: Mikimoto
Metal: 14k yellow gold
Gemstones: 14 pearls
Pearl Diameter: 4 mm - 6.5 mm
Brooch Diameter: 1.5" x 2.25"
Total Weight: 12.7 grams
Stampe...
Category
Late 20th Century Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver 6 mm 5.24 Grams Estate
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver 6 mm 5.24 Grams M439
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate sterling silver brooch has 5 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Sterling Silver Pearl Double Loop Pin/Brooch #14648
By Mikimoto
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Mikimoto pearl and sterling silver double loop pin/brooch.
Beautiful sterling silver loops adorned with freshwater pearls. Mikimoto is known for the highest grade of pearls availabl...
Category
20th Century Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto 18K Gold Akoya Pearl and Diamond Angel Pin Brooch
By Mikimoto
Located in Henderson, NV
Crafted in 18K yellow gold, the brooch features a stylized angel design with flowing lines. The head is represented by a round cultured Akoya pearl in white, topped with a gold halo....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Contemporary Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver 5.3 mm Estate
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver 5.3 mm Estate M444
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate sterling silver brooch has 8 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls in size ...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6 mm 4.89 gr M186
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate sterling silver brooch has 3 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls in size ...
Category
1990s American Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Brooch - Yellow Gold 18k Ribbon Bow Pin
By Mikimoto
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Mikimoto
Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold
Stone Information
Akoya Pearls
Size: 5mm - 5.2mm
Style: Brooch
Fastening Type: Hinged Pin and Whale Tail Clasp
Theme: Ribbon
Feature...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 5.54-5.16 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 5.54-5.16 mm M434
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate sterling silver brooch has 5 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearl...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6 mm M335
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya pearl brooch pin is made of sterling silver and has 10 Akoya ...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver 6.25 mm 6.8g
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver 6.25 mm 6.8g M245
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate sterling silver brooch has 9 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls and has a we...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.10 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.10 mm M420
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Silver brooch has 5 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls sized 4.50 - 6.10 m...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Brooch, Yellow Gold 14k Leaf Swirl Botanical Pin
By Mikimoto
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Mikimoto
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold
Stone Information
Genuine Akoya Pearls
Diameter Range: 5.5mm - 7.7mm
Style: Brooch
Fastening Type: Hinged Pin and Whale Tail Bullet...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Yellow Gold
Mikimoto 14 Karat Yellow Gold Akoya Pearl Tie Bar Clip Pin
By Mikimoto
Located in Baltimore, MD
Mikimoto 14 Karat Yellow Gold Akoya Pearl Tie Bar Clip Pin
Metal: 14k yellow gold
Weight: 7.36 grams
Pearls: 3 cultured Akoya white pearls, 4,5 - 5.5mm
Length: 2.30 inches
Width: 12...
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Retro Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 7 mm M289
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya pearl brooch pin is made of sterling silver and has 5 Akoya Cultured Pearls ranging in size from 7 mm and a weight of 6.7 grams.
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5 Fine Quality Japanese Akoya Pearl
Measurements: 7 mm
Weight: 6.7 grams
This Authentic Mikimoto brooch...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Circular Flower Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Circular Flower Brooch Pin Sterling Silver M421
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Silver brooch has 5 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls with a wei...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Yellow Gold Pin Brooch Angel Pearl Motif
By Mikimoto
Located in New York, NY
Mint condition
Yellow Gold
Pearl & Diamonds
Category
2010s Mikimoto Brooches
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 5 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 5 mm M409
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Silver brooch has 6 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls sized 5 mm and with a...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Silver 5 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Silver 5 mm M357
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate sterling silver brooch has 3 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls.
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Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Silver
Vintage Mikimoto Pearl Brooch 18k Yellow Gold Leaf Akoya 6.5 Grams
By Mikimoto
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a vintage Mikimoto brooch in 18K yellow gold, designed with Akoya pearls in a beautiful leaf motif.
The piece has a weight of 6.5 gram...
Category
1990s Japanese Contemporary Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver 6.5 mm 5 Grams
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver 6.5 mm 5 Grams M240
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate sterling silver brooch has 3 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls and has a ...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch 6.80 mm Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch 6.80 mm Silver M374
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Silver brooch has 5 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls size is 6.80 mm and has a weight of 5.4 gr...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Silver
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin 5-7 mm Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 5-7 mm 5.1 Grams M410
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate sterling silver brooch has 5 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls rang...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Silver
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Cross Brooch Sterling Silver 4 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Cross Brooch Sterling Silver 4 mm M379
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Silver brooch has 5 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls ranging in size from 4 mm...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Leaf Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Leaf Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.65 mm M297
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya pearl brooch pin is made of sterling silver and has 1 Akoya Cul...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.37 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.37 mm M427
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate sterling silver brooch has 4 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls in ...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch 5.60-7.30 mm Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch 5.60-7.30 mm Silver M375
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Silver brooch has 11 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls size is 5.60-7.30 mm and a weight of...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Silver
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 4.5 mm M270
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Silver brooch has 8 Saltwater Akoya Cultured...
Category
1990s American Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 5.56 Grams
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.5 mm 5.56 Grams M199
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate sterling silver brooch pin has 4 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 5.05 mm M279
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Silver brooch has 3 Saltwater Akoya Culture...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Leaf Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Leaf Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 4.5 mm M296
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya pearl brooch pin is made of sterling silver and has 5 Akoya Cult...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Vintage Mikimoto Blue Enamel Yellow Gold Key Brooch Pin
By Mikimoto
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Vintage Blue Enamel Key Pin Brooch by Mikimoto.
With Blue Enamel.
Details:
Measurements: 52mm x 18mm
Weight: 8.9 grams
Stamped Hallmarks: 18k...
Category
1980s Japanese Vintage Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Enamel
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 5.4 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 5.4 mm M287
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya pearl brooch pin is made of sterling silver and has 5 Akoya Cultured Pearls ranging in size from 5 - 5.4 mm and a weight of 5.9 grams.
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5 Fine Quality Japanese Akoya Pearl
Measurements: 5 - 5.40 mm
Weight: 5.9 grams
This Authentic Mikimoto brooch...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 4.65 mm M280
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate sterling silver brooch has 3 Saltwater A...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Large Giraffe Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
By Mikimoto
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Large Giraffe Pin Brooch by Mikimoto.
Details:
Measurements: 26mm x 76.5mm
Weight: 16.5 grams
Stamped Hallmarks: Mikimoto Logo K18
*Free ...
Category
1980s Japanese Vintage Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Mikimoto Estate Pin Brooch Sterling Silver 7.47 Gr 5.50 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Pin Brooch Sterling Silver 7.47 Gr 5.50 mm M164
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate sterling silver brooch has 13 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls ranging in size ...
Category
1990s American Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver 6.8 mm Estate 8 Grams
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver 6.8 mm Estate 8 Grams M443
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate sterling silver brooch has 9 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls ...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Silver 6 mm 9.5 Grams
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Silver 6 mm 9.5 Grams M367
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate sterling silver brooch has 9 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls and has a weight of...
Category
1990s Japanese Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Silver
Mikimoto Pearl Starburst Brooch
By Mikimoto
Located in London, GB
Here we have a distinctive brooch from the master of pearls, Mikimoto. The piece showcases a dynamic design with round white pearls as the focal point. These pearls are elegantly arr...
Category
1970s Vintage Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mikimoto Sixties Mod Pearl-Set Gold Brooch
By Mikimoto
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 14k, by Mikimoto, Japan. A sublime example of Mikimoto jewelry, this elegant Sixties pop art brooch is set with perfectly matched Akoya pe...
Category
1960s Japanese Vintage Mikimoto Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mikimoto brooches for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a range of Mikimoto brooches available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using silver. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Mikimoto jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Mikimoto pearl brooches, from our inventory of 65, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 68 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider brooches by Heidi Daus, Mousson Atelier, and Dilys'. Prices for Mikimoto brooches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $144 and tops out at $13,800, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $279.
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Questions About Mikimoto Brooches
- Does Mikimoto have sales?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, the Mikimoto online store sometimes runs sales, especially around Valentine's Day and at the start of the holiday season. Third-party retailers may also discount prices on Mikimoto pieces, and you may find deals on their jewelry year-round on various online platforms. Shop a variety of expertly vetted Mikimoto jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What are Mikimoto pearls?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Mikimoto pearls are cultured pearls sourced from Akoya oysters located in the waters off the shores of Honshu, Japan, by the jewelry house of Mikimoto. Cultured pearls are genuine pearls produced with human assistance to encourage production and promote the development of a more attractive product. Find a variety of Mikimoto pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Are Mikimoto pearls Akoya?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021No, not all Mikimoto pearls are Akoya. Mikimoto also uses Black South Sea cultured pearls, White South Sea cultured pearls, Golden South Sea cultured pearls, and Conch pearls to create their jewelry. Shop Mikimoto Akoya pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, Mikimoto pearls are Akoya, meaning they come from Akoya oysters. The brand largely pioneered the production of cultured pearls, which are genuine pearls developed with human assistance. Mikimoto creates Akoya pearl necklaces, pendants, earrings, bracelets, rings and brooches. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Mikimoto pearl jewelry.
- How do I clean Mikimoto pearls?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To clean Mikimoto pearls, use a soft, dry microfiber cloth to carefully wipe each individual bead. The brand recommends that you visit an authorized Mikimoto dealer for professional ultrasonic cleaning if a cloth alone doesn't produce the desired results. Find a selection of Mikimoto pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if pearls are Mikimoto, look at the clasp closely. Pieces produced by the luxury jewelry maker will usually be marked with the capital letter “M.” You will also usually see a hallmark indicating the metal's purity. Because convincing counterfeits exist, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert authenticate your jewelry. Shop a selection of Mikimoto pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Are Mikimoto pearls worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024Many jewelry lovers believe that Mikimoto pearls are worth it. After opening his first eponymous store in a white-stone building reminiscent of the color of pearls in Tokyo in 1899, founder Kokichi Mikimoto quickly earned a reputation for dazzling designs that blended Japanese craftsmanship and European influence. Mikimoto sent his jewelers to Europe to study the latest trends in jewelry and design. They brought back knowledge of Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles, which were incorporated into pieces featuring Mikimoto’s pearls.
Following World War II, Mikimoto opened stores around the world, with locations now in Paris, New York City, Los Angeles and Shanghai. Though its founder died in 1954, the Mikimoto company has continued to build on the legacy he established, producing collections of pearl necklaces and other pearl-centric jewelry that span a wide range of styles.
However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Mikimoto pearl jewelry is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection.
Find Mikimoto pearl jewelry and other jewelry on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022All Mikimoto pearls come from Akoya oysters sourced from Ise Bay in Japan. The brand cultures the pearls, meaning that they obtain them from real oysters but assist with the development of the precious gemstone. On 1stDibs, find a range of Mikimoto pearl jewelry.
- Where can I buy Mikimoto pearls?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022You can buy Mikimoto pearls from a variety of sources. The brand operates a retail website and has boutiques in New York City, Beverly Hills, Las Vegas and Costa Mesa, California. In addition, you can purchase their jewelry from authorized brick-and-mortar retailers and reputable online platforms. On 1stDibs, find a selection of expertly vetted Mikimoto pearl jewelry.
- Where is Mikimoto pearl island?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Mikimoto Pearl Island is found off the coast of Toba, Japan, in Ise Bay. The jewelry house of Mikimoto owns the island and sources its Akoya oysters from its shorelines. Tourists can visit the island and view exhibits in the brand's onsite museum. Find a collection of Mikimoto pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Is Mikimoto worth buying?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024Many jewelry lovers believe that Mikimoto is worth buying. Japanese jeweler Kokichi Mikimoto (1858–1954) worked in the seafood business before shifting his focus to pearl cultivation. In 1893, he successfully developed the world’s first cultured pearls with a semispherical specimen. His further experimentation would include black and white South Sea pearls. In 1899, in Tokyo’s Ginza district, Mikimoto opened his first eponymous store in a white-stone building reminiscent of the color of pearls. He quickly earned a reputation for dazzling designs that blended Japanese craftsmanship and European influence. Though its founder died in 1954, the Mikimoto company has continued to build on the legacy he established, producing collections of pearl necklaces and other pearl-centric jewelry that span a wide range of styles. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Mikimoto jewelry is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Mikimoto jewelry and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024Yes, many jewelry lovers believe that Mikimoto pearls are worth buying. During the early 20th century, founder Kokichi Mikimoto quickly earned a reputation for dazzling designs that blended Japanese craftsmanship and European influence. Mikimoto sent his jewelers to Europe to study the latest trends in jewelry and design; they brought back knowledge of Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles, which were incorporated into designs featuring Mikimoto’s pearls. Though its founder died in 1954, the Mikimoto company has continued to build on the legacy he established, producing collections of pearl necklaces and other pearl-centric jewelry that span a wide range of styles. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Mikimoto pearls is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find a collection of Mikimoto pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Real Mikimoto pearl jewelry will have a mark on the back or inside of the piece that is either the Mikimoto name, an “M” logo or the outline of an oyster. In addition, strands of pearls will have a dangling “M” charm. Mikimoto stores and authorized retailers will also appraise and issue a certificate of valuation for any Mikimoto piece. Browse a variety of expertly vetted Mikimoto pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022All Mikimoto pearl jewelry is marked with either ‘Mikimoto’ or their ‘M’ logo. The pearls used by Mikimoto are exceptional in quality, with lustrous, thick nacre, beautifully round shape and no color imperfections. Shop a wide range of professionally authenticated Mikimoto pieces from top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The difference between Akoya and Mikimoto pearls comes down to specificity. Akoya is the general name for pearls derived from Pinctada fucata mollusks. These are prized for their smooth texture, round shape and attractive shine. Mikimoto pearls are pearls sold by the Japanese jewelry maker Mikimoto, which specializes in Akoya pearls. Nearly all Mikimoto pearls are Akoya pearls. However, other jewelers also sell Akoya pearl jewelry. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Mikimoto and Akoya pearls.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022You can get Mikimoto pearls appraised from any licensed appraiser who has experience determining the value of this type of jewelry. In addition, the brand will provide a Certificate of Valuation for a fee. To obtain one, you must visit or ship the jewelry to a Mikimoto boutique and provide the original purchase receipt. On 1stDibs, shop a range of expertly vetted Mikimoto pearl jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if Mikimoto pearls are real, first examine the clasp. On authentic pieces, you will find the brand's M trademark logo. Comparing the stamp on your piece to images of the markings on real Mikimoto jewelry published on trusted online resources may allow you to identify inconsistencies that could indicate your jewelry is a replica. Besides the stamp, you should also see a marking corresponding to the metal purity, such as “18K” for gold or “S,” “SL,” “Sterling,” “Silver” or “950” for sterling silver. Pieces that lack purity stamps are unlikely to be authentic. The pearls themselves may also help you authenticate your jewelry. Mikimoto pearls will usually be perfectly round, lustrous and between 3 and 10 millimeters in diameter. If questions remain about the authenticity of your piece, use the services of a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. Shop a selection of Mikimoto pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Vintage Mikimoto pearls are set with cream or white pearls. Colored pearls are a modern addition. All Mikimoto pearl jewelry includes marks on the back or inside of the piece that is either the Mikimoto name, an “M” logo or the outline of an oyster. In addition, strands of pearls will have a dangling “M” charm. Mikimoto stores and authorized retailers will also appraise and issue a certificate of valuation for any Mikimoto piece. Find a variety of expertly vetted Mikimoto pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To tell if Mikimoto pearls are real, look for the brand's hallmark. Depending on the piece, you may see an outline of an oyster or the full brand name. On necklaces and bracelets, the mark is on the back of the clasp. Earrings show it along the post, while pendants bear the name on the back of their bails. On 1stDibs, find a collection of expertly vetted Mikimoto pearl jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, Mikimoto pearls tend to at least hold their value over time. In some cases, the value of the brand's pearl jewelry increases over time due to demand and the effects of inflation. Keep in mind that the value of any piece of jewelry depends on its condition. Properly storing and caring for your pieces can help to ensure that they retain their value for years to come. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Mikimoto pearl jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021How much a Mikimoto pearl necklace is worth will depend on the size of the strand, the number of pearls used and the design. It could range from $920 to $21,000, with a wide variety of price points in between. From pendant and choker to multi-strand and rope versions, find Mikimoto pearl necklaces on 1stDibs.