Akoya pearls are produced by akoya oysters, located in waters near Japan. These are commonly refered to as "salt water" pearls. With a beautifully elegant luster, they are the most popular of all cultured pearls. You can count on the quality of an Akoya cultured pearl to be very high on average.

Akoya pearls have a white color with a rose overtone, which compliments a fair complexion. Depending on the size of the oyster, they typically range in size from 5mm to 7mm in diameter. However, diameters up to 10mm are occasionally found. Akoya pearl strands are a classic, yet versatile choice.

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