An elegant Akoya pearl strand necklace with a barrel clasp in 18 carat yellow gold.

The necklace is set with Akoya pearls from Japan. The strand is knotted between the pearls to protect them from scratching each other. It is then secured with a polished yellow gold barrel-shaped clasp. These Akoya cultured pearls displayed a white to cream body colour and a pink overtone, which shows an iridescence bright lustre under lights. The tiny growth marks of the pearls shows its natural oceanic nacre. Due to its design and size, the necklace makes an elegant and classic statement piece. It can be worn on various occasions, either as a single-strand opera length or double-strand choker to princess length. A valuation for insurance and authenticity will accompany this piece.

• Metal: 18 carat yellow gold, fully hallmarked
• Pearls: 121 round Akoya pearls from Japan; diameter 0.65 to 0.7 cm
• Dimensions: Length 90 cm
• Weight 53.5 grams