American Pearl 6x6.5mm A Quality pearl Japanese Akoya cultured pearl necklace 17"

6 x 6.5mm - Generally for older teens, 16 to 18 years. This size more or less follows the same guidelines as for 5.5 x 6mm (above), except that it is generally bought for older girls who are closer to their adult height. This fine quality pearl strand contains pearls perfectly matched in shape, color and luster. This strand is an A quality, the first grading out of (1) A, (2) A+, (3) AA and (4) AAA. The better the grade, the more luster the pearls have. Luster is the mirror like quality of the pearl. It is the amount of light that reflects off the surface of the pearl. Higher luster pearls with an A+ grade are more valueable than the A grade. This neckalce comes standard length at 16 inches long. All the pearls are over 6 millimeters and under 6.5 millimeters. These pearls were farmed in the saltwater oceans off the shores of japan. This is where the inventor of the cultured pearl made his first round cultured pearl that changed the world. A great graduation gift, 6mm x 6.5mm sized pearls are ideal for young women. This strand is 16 inches long and is strung with silk and a 18K Gold clasp. The quality of this strand can be seen in the chart above under A. If you are interested in a a better quality pearl strand with higher luster, please choose A+. If this is the strand for you, please request silver or ros_ overtones and order. Otherwise, please visit the links below.