This item features genuine freshwater cultured pearls. We can alter the length per your request (price will vary). Please contact us before placing your order. Pearl Information:
Pearl Type: Freshwater cultured pearls. Size: 5.5 to 6MM. Shape: Near Round. Body Color: Dark Gray. Overtone: Gray. Luster: High. Surface: Very Slightly Blemished. Nacre Thickness: Thick. Matching: Very Good Match. Origin: China. Length: The finished necklace is 18 inches long. Hand knotted between each pearl. Earrings are 1 inch long. Setting: Sterling Silver. Center heart is 0.84 inch high,
For Cultured 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.