6 x 6.5mm A Quality 36 Inch Cultured Pearl Necklace
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 rosé overtones and order. Otherwise, please visit the links below.
STRAND DESCRIPTION (GIA PEARL GRADING SYSTEM)
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Luster |
Low (A) |
FACE="Times New Roman">Bodycolor |
White |
| Shape |
All Round |
| Overtone(s) |
Silver or Rosé |
| Surface |
Very Clean/Flawless |
| Nacre |
Very Thick |
FACE="Times New Roman">Matching |
90% |
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Clasp |
14K Gold |
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Length |
16 inches |
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Oyster |
Akoya |
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Origin |
Japan |
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Waters |
Saltwater |
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Stringing |
Hand Knotted on Silk
Thread |
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