8.5-9.0 mm 18 inch AAA White Akoya Pearl Necklace White gold

8.5-9.0 mm 18 inch AAA White Akoya Pearl Necklace Yellow gold

Model wearing 16, 18 and 22 inch strands of 8.5-9 mm Akoya Pearls

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8.5-9.0 mm AA+ White Akoya Pearl Necklace

ItemSWN-A2ARDW90-N1614WGBP

$2,760.00

Metal

Clasp style 14K White Gold Polished

Every clasp is solid gold with a safety catch.

Necklace Length 16 inch

These are our standard sizes, not our only ones. We finish every piece here, so we can make yours to fit.

Want to see the pearls before you decide?

Made and shipped within one business day
Free insured FedEx 2-day shipping, and free returns
90 days to return it for a full refund

This strand

Matched by hand, then made for you

Pearl size

8.5-9.0 mm

Shape

Round

Grade

AA+

Length

16 inch

We can add pearls to lengthen it, or remove pearls to shorten it. Ask before you order.

Pearl type

Akoya

Origin

Japan

Clasp

14K White Gold Polished

Stringing

Double-knotted silk

Bold yet classically elegant, this 8.5-9.0 mm AA+ quality white akoya pearl necklace represents the upper end of akoya pearl sizing—making it an ideal choice for those who want a more commanding look while maintaining timeless refinement.

Each pearl is sourced from the cold coastal waters of Japan and carefully selected for round shape, clean surface, and soft, glowing luster. This size is considerably more rare in akoya pearls, and it offers a substantial feel and appearance without losing the delicate beauty the variety is known for.

The 18-inch necklace, known as the princess length, sits just below the collarbone and remains our most popular choice. To help you compare how it wears alongside other lengths, we’ve included a photo of a model wearing the 16-, 18-, and 22-inch strands side by side.

Each strand is made to order and finished with a solid 14-karat gold clasp and safety hook. This allows us to accommodate custom lengths—just contact our support team and we’ll be happy to create the perfect fit for you.

We’ve worked with the same trusted family-run pearl farms in Japan for decades—relationships that allow us to select pearls within the finest range of the AA+ grade. This necklace is a celebration of scale, quality, and classic craftsmanship—perfect for those who want something truly special.

Before you decide

We can show you the pearls first

The pearls are here in our Los Angeles office. Before you buy anything, we will photograph the exact strand we would use for your necklace and send it to you.

What you will see

Photographs of the exact strand we would use for your necklace.

The same on everything we sell

What you can count on before you look at a single pearl

We do our own buying

We do not outsource our buying, and we do not pick from someone else's catalog. Every pearl we sell is sourced, inspected and bought by us, from the growers, producers and dealers we have worked with for decades.

Made in Los Angeles

Matched and finished by our own team rather than pulled off a shelf, and still out the door within one business day.

Graded to our own standard

There is no universal pearl grading standard. Ours is internal, applied the same way across everything we sell, and luster is what it turns on.

Included with purchase

It arrives ready to give, or to keep

Certificate of authenticity

Individually prepared, stating the origin, quality and characteristics of your purchase.
Presentation box and pouch

For presenting it and for keeping it safe between wearings.
Care kit

A polishing cloth and instructions for keeping the nacre bright.

From people who bought it

What owners say about this necklace

Overall rating: 4.75 / 5 from 4 reviews.

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Reviews

Stunning necklace and great service

"When looking to purchase my first quality pearl necklace, I heard great things about PP. After looking through online stock, I contacted customer service to help answer some of my questions. Kacie was unfailing in her patience and kindness and pulled several strands so I could compare overtones and luster between various sizes and types of strands. I settled on this akoya strand and couldn't be happier with it. It is my go-to pearl necklace and it really glows on my skin. The luster is sharp, the overtone is exactly what I requested (silver) and the pearls themselves are near perfect. So very happy with my purchase and with my first (of many!) experiences with PP."

— Sarah W. (5/5)

Pearl errings with gold settings

"The pearl errings are lovely, but the backs are so small they aredifficult to but on andto remove. Do you have any suggestions ?"

— Richard R. (4/5)

Wonderful pearls!

"Wonderful pearls!"

— Richard R. (5/5)

I love my pearls!

"My first order was the 8.5-9.0 mm White Akoya Pearl Necklace. I am so thrilled with the superior quality and high luster of these pearls! I receive so many compliments wearing them; and I wear them every day! I would love to purchase another pair soon. It is always a great experience shopping with Pearl Paradise; a very trusted and wonderful company! Thank you!"

— Ann W. (5/5)