Necklace having graduated pearls from 7.5mm to 3.5mm. Bracelet 3.5mm pearls. Purchased 1947 from Mikimoto directly by Miss Ruth Bliefield. From the collection of Ruth Bliefield, War Crimes Defense Division attorney, 8th army, Yokohama, Japan. 1946-1948. Miss Bliefield collected during this time in Japan and returned home with several mementos of her experience. See additional photos of her visit to the Mikimoto Pearl Company. One of her with Mikimoto, photo of pearl sorting, and photo of Mikimoto's operation. These photos have been returned to the family and are not included with this lot.