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Akoya Pearl Necklace, Diamond Clasp, 9mm Luxury Size Pearls, circa 1980s, Iconic

$4,300
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About the Item

This is a stunning vintage pearl necklace measuring 18 inches in length and composed of 55 9mm-9.4mm round cultured Akoya pearls and finished with an 18K white gold beaded ball clasp which glitters with a multitude of small full-cut diamonds that total approximately .50 carats. The necklace was purchased in the United Kingdom but bears no hallmarks. It's very well-made and remains on its original silk, which still appears sturdy. I believe the necklace dates to the 1980s. Cultured Akoya pearls over 8mm in diameter are the most coveted of all Akoya pearls because fine ones are difficult to achieve. The longer a pearl remains inside the oyster the thicker the nacre and larger it grows but the greater the opportunity for any number of variables to come along and spoil the pearl. These large 9-9.4mm pearls are luminous and stunning: they are creamy-white with a soft pink overtone. The pearls possess a nice, sharp shine. This 18" necklace truly represents the quintessential cultured Akoya pearl necklace: huge, round pearls with a stunning, luminous finish. It's pictured with a vintage natural pearl and diamond brooch, which you can find by entering item number LU1589120366332 if you are so inclined.
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    53.14 g
  • Dimensions:
    Length: 18 in (457.2 mm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1980s
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  • Seller Location:
    Southbury, CT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1589111026612

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