6.0-6.5 mm White Akoya AA+ Pearl Necklace wg
6.0-6.5 mm White Akoya AA+ Pearl Necklace yg
Model wearing a 16, 18 and 22 inch strand of 6.5 mm Akoya pearls
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6.0-6.5 mm White Akoya AA+ Pearl Necklace

ItemSWN-A2ARDW65-N1614WGFH

$995.00

Metal
Clasp style 14K White Gold Fishhook

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
6.0-6.5 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 Fishhook
Stringing
Double-knotted silk

Akoya grading

What AA+ means on this strand

Our akoya grades consider luster, shape, surface, nacre and matching together, and luster is what they turn on. There is no universal akoya standard, so AAA means different things at different companies and the letters alone are not worth much. Ours is an internal standard.

  • ABright luster that goes hazy at the edges. Round to near round, 75 to 85% clean, with thin nacre.
  • AA+This piece. Bright, with the edge of a reflection nearly sharp. Round, 85 to 95% clean, with medium nacre.
  • AAABright and sharp. Round, 95% clean or better, with visibly thick nacre and close matching.
  • HanadamaCertified in Japan by an independent laboratory, then selected by us from the upper end of that range. Hanadama is a quality range rather than a single level, so two certified strands can differ considerably.
Read the full grading standards

Graceful and classic, this 6.0–6.5 mm AA+ white akoya pearl necklace embodies timeless elegance. It’s the perfect choice for everyday wear or gifting, offering a refined look that never goes out of style.

Each strand features round akoya pearls from Japan’s cold coastal waters. Every pearl is carefully selected through our own strict internal grading process for its bright luster, clean surface, and balanced shape. While there are no universal grading standards for pearls, our AA+ represents a level of quality that exceeds what is typically associated with this grade.

The 18-inch princess length sits just below the collarbone and remains the most popular choice for its classic drape. For comparison, we’ve included a photo of a model wearing 16-, 18-, and 22-inch strands. Each necklace is hand-knotted on twin silk in our Los Angeles studio and finished with a solid 14 karat gold clasp and safety hook for lasting beauty and security.

Since every strand is made to order, we’re happy to customize the length to your preference. Simply contact our support team, and we’ll tailor your necklace for a perfect fit.

We’ve partnered for decades with a small group of family-run farms in Japan who share our dedication to precision and craftsmanship. Their expertise allows us to offer akoya pearls that capture the essence of Japan’s pearl heritage—elegant, enduring, and beautifully made.

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.

We knot to order, so you may see the pearls before they have been strung and clasped.

What you will see

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

We hold the exact pearls we photograph for you for 24 hours while you decide.

We usually reply within one business day, Monday through Friday.

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: 5.0 / 5 from 3 reviews.

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Reviews

My daughter absolutely loves her

"My daughter absolutely loves her graduation present. She's worn them everyday since recieving them. The pearls are so beautiful, lovely feel to them. Truly special gift."

— shanaz m. (5/5)

Luminous Beauty

"I was looking for a small, simple Akoya necklace for summer. I received a gorgeous, luminous, soap bubble orient, necklace. I was awestruck when I received ithe package and opened the box. I am absolutely thrilled with my necklace!!"

— Susan R. (5/5)

Good quality

"Putting the pearls in my hand for the first time you can tell the quality is good. I’m happy with them."

— Jacob H. (5/5)

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