Certified 8.0-8.5 mm 18 Inch Natural White Hanadama Akoya Pearl Necklace Yellow gold polished ball clasp
Certified 8.0-8.5 mm 18 Inch Natural White Hanadama Akoya Pearl Necklace white gold polished ball clasp
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Certified 8.0-8.5 mm 18 Inch Natural White Hanadama Akoya Pearl Necklace matte finish white gold clasp
8.0-8.5 mm 18 Inch Natural White Hanadama Akoya Pearl Necklace featuring a classic strand of lustrous white akoya pearls with a gold clasp, elegant and timeless jewelry piece.
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8.0-8.5 mm 18 Inch Natural White Hanadama Akoya Pearl Necklace

ItemHDN-AHDRDW85-N1814WGBP

$6,500.00

Metal
Clasp style 14K White Gold Polished

Every clasp is solid gold with a safety catch.

14K Gold
18K Gold and Diamond
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
8.0-8.5 mm
Shape
Round
Grade
Hanadama
Length
18 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

Akoya grading

What Hanadama 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+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.
  • HanadamaThis piece. Certified 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.

The first time you wear these pearls, the emanating glow will be unmistakable – this is an extra-fine strand of natural-white akoya pearls. You will never want to take them off.

The pearls measure an ungraduated 8.0-8.5 mm in size. This is considered a substantial strand and perfectly suited for such fine quality. Every pearl is individually knotted on twin silk so the pearls never rub or scratch, and the necklace is finished with a solid 14 karat clasp with a safety catch. At 18 inches, it will sit just below your collarbone. It’s one of the most popular lengths we offer.

Most akoya pearls are lightly pinked after harvest to enhance their color. Natural white akoya pearls are different. These pearls are selected for their naturally white body color and fine luster and are not subjected to the pinking process, resulting in a naturally white appearance.

For decades, we have worked closely with a small network of pearl producers and specialists in Japan who understand our standards and select these rare pearls specifically for us from the very top range of the hanadama category.

Once imported, every strand is carefully reviewed by our Chief Creative Officer, Hisano, to ensure consistency, balance, and overall quality.

Each strand is accompanied by a uniquely numbered, laminated certificate from the Pearl Science Laboratory of Japan. This report verifies not only their Hanadama quality but also confirms that no color treatment has been applied. 

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 9 reviews.

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Ethereal Glow

"I cannot believe the quality and beauty of these pearls. The value is exceptional. They are a stunning heirloom-worthy piece. High, highly recommend. I also feel the 8.0-8.5mm size is perfect for a white strand."

Katherine K. (5/5)

Great pearl necklace

"I love this 8-8.5 mm 18 inch akoya natural white hanadama a lot. The luster looks shining. Great buy. Highly recommended."

Liqun Y. (5/5)

Pearl Necklace

"Excellent quality! Very impressed."

Brian c. (5/5)

Worth every penny

"This necklace far exceeded expectations. After looking at so many other jewelers, I have yet to see comparable quality. The package arrived promptly just in time for an upcoming anniversary and she absolutely loved this gift. I definitely plan to return for future purchases."

Davis A. (5/5)

Beautiful

"Love the necklace. Exceeded our expectations."

Jonathan B. (5/5)

Natural White Hanadama Akoya Pearl Necklace

"I recently bought 8.0-8.5 mm 18 Inch Natural White Hanadama Akoya Pearl Necklace at Pearl Paradise. It’s simply extraordinary in beauty and value. The pearls have inner glow and glamour that fully justifies their rare “hanadama” designation. Wow!"

Ruah D. (5/5)

First Purchase

"From the outstanding customer service, the quick delivery, and the finished product, I couldn’t be more delighted with my first purchase from Pearl Paradise. I bought the 18 inch natural white hanadama 8.0-8.5 pearl necklace but shortly after purchase, I was enticed into adding dangle earrings. Erin helped by locating the necklace and making sure the hanadama pearl earrings were perfectly matched. I wanted them on the Violet wire and I have to say, everything took my breath away. I’ve worn them every day since I got them. They are perfect in every way. I also appreciated receiving the report that verifies their value for insurance purposes. Thank you! I’ll be back for more, I promise!"

Theresa A. (5/5)

8-8.5 mm 18 inch Natural White Hanadama necklace

"Wow, this necklace is absolutely beautiful. I've wanted a classic strand my entire life and finally decided it was time. I am so happy I spent time researching, and that I found PP and this necklace. For all of its simplify, it really is stunningly beautiful necklace. It's more than I'd ever hoped for. After purchasing it, I purchased a multicolor ripple from PP, and can tell you, I will definitely order more in the future."

Brittany M. (5/5)

Mind blown. I was happy

"Mind blown. I was happy when I opened the box but later I saw them in the evening. They glow. They really glow. Incredible."

Forrester W. (5/5)

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