Rare Japanese Akoya Cultured Pearl 8.5 mm Necklace 46 cm in Top AA+ to AAA Grading, 14K Yellow Gold This classic string of cultured pearls necklace features large, rare, perfectly round, beautifully-matched, top quality 8.5 mm Japanese Akoya pearls. Professionally hand-knotted between each individual pearl on double silk threads, the necklace measures 46 cm (including the clasp) and drapes just below the throat. It secures to a classic, highly polished 14K solid gold 8mm Corrugated Ball pearl clasp for easy and comfort wearing. Akoya pearls are known for their deep luster and their lovely color. The pearls in this strand are of large 8-8.5 mm size range, have a lovely, sought after natural white body color with silvery overtones with slight rose tints, excellent mirror-like luster, very clean surface quality, and perfectly sphere round shape. Pairs easily with a wide array of wardrobe colors and jewelry choices, this premium strand of exquisite Akoya pearls makes a classic gift and is a symbol of elegance and good taste. Hallmarked: 585 Pearl Information Origin: Japan Number of Pearls: 49 Pearl Type: Akoya cultured Overall Grading: AA+ to AAA Surface Markings and Blemishes: AA+ to AAA Very clean Shape: AAA Round Luster: AAA Excellent Luster Color: White with silvery overtones with slight rose tints, as shown in pictures. Pearl Size: 8-8.5mm Uniformity: Very-good Stringing Method: Double-knotted Packing: Luxury Navy Blue Leatherette Jewelry Presentation Box accompanied by Care Card Shipping: FedEx Express from Hong Kong (2-6 days delivery lead time)