Akoya Pearl Necklace
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Details
Cultured white Akoya pearls of 6 to 6.5 mm on a 16 inch strand. Akoya is the pearl with the highest mirror luster, and 16 inches is the length that sits right at the collar.
It comes in 14k yellow gold. It weighs about 0.39 grams in 14k yellow gold. The 16 inch strand is a choker-adjacent length. If you want a longer drop, look at the 18 inch freshwater strand.
The pearls are cultured: grown in a mollusk with human help, not found wild. Standard processing for luster and color is common in cultured pearls, and our team can tell you what we know about a specific pair. Put pearls on last and take them off first, after perfume and hairspray. Wipe with a soft damp cloth and store separately, because pearl is soft and scratches on harder stones.
A pearl gift tends to age well: it fits a graduate and a grandmother equally, and rarely goes out of fashion.
Specifications
Shipping & Returns
Every order ships via complimentary insured UPS Express, signature required on delivery. Ready-to-ship pieces leave us in 2–3 business days; made-to-order pieces in 5–10. Returns accepted within 30 days, and every piece carries our free lifetime warranty.
Answers, before you ask
Your Questions
Pearl Necklace FAQ
What metal is this made of?
It is made in 14k yellow gold. The metal is solid karat gold, not plated or filled. Each metal is its own option on the page, with its own photo and price.
Are these real pearls?
Yes. They are cultured pearls, which are real pearls formed in a mollusk with human help. They are not imitation or glass. Cultured pearls commonly receive standard processing for luster and color.
Which metals can I choose?
This style is offered in 14k yellow gold. The listing shows each metal with its own photo and price.
Is this a good gift?
It suits a mother, sister or friend. The chain is 16", which sits near the collarbone to the chest depending on the wearer.
How should I care for it?
Put pearls on last and take them off first, after perfume and hairspray. Wipe with a soft damp cloth and store separately, because pearl is soft and scratches on harder stones.
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