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Mikimoto, King of Pearls
Mikimoto, King of Pearls (Japan)
By Patricio Estay
Image ID: 050_50_012

Long ago, Ama women dived for pearl oysters. Today, they are on exhibit for tourists on Mikimoto Island and work in the pearl industry.