This item features genuine Akoya cultured pearls.Pearl Information:
Pearl Type: Akoya saltwater cultured pearls. AA+ grade. Size: Graduated from 5.5MM to 8.5MM. Shape: Round. Body Color: White. Overtone: Light Pink. Luster: High. Surface: Very Slightly Blemished. Nacre Thickness: Thick. Matching: Good Match. Origin: Japan.
Length: 24 inches. Clasp: 14K Yellow Gold. Fishhook clasp. The necklace does not have knots between each pearl in order to show the best result of graduated look.
For Akoya pearls, we use the cultured pearl grading standards provided by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) and The Guide for Grading Akoya Cultured Pearls by Gemworld International, Inc. We use the G.I.A. Gem Pearl Master Comparison Set to actually compare with the pearls we grade.
