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Hiroko Ikeda

Hiroko Ikeda has been the owner and president of Shinju Pearl Ltd for more than 27 years. She imports AAA-quality pearls from her family pearl farm in Ise, Japan. The Ise farm has been cultivating gem-quality pearls for 76 years.

Miss Ikeda spent her childhood in Japan, where she was immersed in the world of pearl cultivation. At a very early age, she learned to appreciate the gem’s unique natural beauty. When she moved to the United States as a young adult, she put her experience to use by founding Shinju Pearl. The company has grown to international prominence for its high-quality pearls and award-winning jewelry design.

Miss Ikeda graduated from the Gemological Institute of America and is a member of Jewelers of America and Cultured Pearl Association of America. She has consulted on gem-quality pearls with the U.S. Customs Service, National Geographic magazine, and several news publications. Miss Ikeda will happily discuss all of your personal pearl needs with you personally.

Expert Staff, Award Winning Designers

Also serving you at Shinju Pearl is an outstanding professional staff. World-famous English designer Steve Clark, GIA graduate gemologist Dena Anderson, and Emma Villedrouin all design, fashion, and handcraft many of Shinju’s special creations. Our other designers meticulously string and repair pearl jewelry. Manager and Vice President Dena Anderson will be pleased to share her expertise and her eye for value. All of Shinju’s staff will gladly assist clients in choosing the most appropriate adornment. We want our clients to be completely satisfied.

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