This item features genuine freshwater cultured pearls.Pearl Information:
Pearl Type: Freshwater cultured pearls. Size: 9-10MM. Shape: Near Round. Body Color: Creamy White. Overtone: Light Pink. Luster: High. Surface: Very Slightly Blemished. Nacre Thickness: Thick. Origin: China. Length: 18-inch (Princess). Clasp: 14K Yellow Gold.
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.