Genuine Pearls, Choose between Akoya & Cultured Freshwater

Akoya

• 6.5-7mm Natural Akoya Pearls

• 7.5 Inches Long - Knotted

• 14K White Gold Lobster Clasp & End Ring

Freshwater

• 6-6.5mm Genuine Cultured Freshwater Pearls

• 8 Inches Long - Knotted

• 14K Yellow Gold Pearl Clasp

What is the difference between Akoya and Freshwater Pearls?

• Akoya pearls are grown in the Pinctada fucata martensii saltwater oyster, native to the colder waters of the Pacific Ocean surrounding Japan, and abutting southern China and Vietnam, as shown in the map above.

• Less expensive than saltwater cultured pearl types like Akoya, Tahitian and South Sea pearls, Freshwater pearls are farmed in natural and man-made freshwater lakes and ponds in China.