Antique Jewelry Exhibition

Collection spanning from ancient Rome to modern times

Cathy Cawood Jun 27, 2015 - 1 min read

<p>Model of the United States' Liberty Bell made entirely of pearls</p>

<p>This model of a ship stands at the entrance of the exhibition hall</p>

<p>Closeup of the dolls on the ship. I wonder if they are Toba pirates?</p>

<p>One of two magnificent crowns featuring pearls</p>

<p>A beautiful 1930s sash clip that can be worn in twelve different ways</p>

<p>Pearl earrings from 19th century India</p>

<p>Extravagantly gorgeous art deco necklace</p>

<p>Swan brooch made from a fresh water pearl</p>

<p>Elegant European pendant from about 1600</p>

<p>At first I thought this pendant was a horse, but it is a ram.</p>

<p>Delicate necklace of jade, gold and pearls from ancient Rome</p>

Pearls have been precious jewels since the dawn of history, and I was fascinated by this exhibition of antique jewelry displayed at Mikimoto Pearl Island. The oldest pieces in the collection were Roman, and the newest were twentieth century. The collection also includes what I can only describe as art objects, such as the model of the Liberty Bell and the pearl pagoda. Don't miss this exhibition when you go to Mikimoto Pearl Island!

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Cathy Cawood @cathy.cawood

I came to Japan in 2003 to teach English. I lived in Shiga prefecture for 1 year, and it still holds a special place in my heart. I lived in Kyoto for 9 years, then moved to Machida, Tokyo in 2014 after meeting my Japanese partner. I love to take photos, and my Japan in Pictures Facebook page ha...