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."





$6,500.00
Every clasp is solid gold with a safety catch.
This strand
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
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.
Photographs of the exact strand we would use for your necklace.
The same on everything we sell
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.
Matched and finished by our own team rather than pulled off a shelf, and still out the door within one business day.
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
Individually prepared, stating the origin, quality and characteristics of your purchase.
For presenting it and for keeping it safe between wearings.
A polishing cloth and instructions for keeping the nacre bright.

From people who bought it
Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 9 reviews.
Review topics: [quality, necklace, shipping, piece].
"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."
"I love this 8-8.5 mm 18 inch akoya natural white hanadama a lot. The luster looks shining. Great buy. Highly recommended."
"Excellent quality! Very impressed."
"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."
"Love the necklace. Exceeded our expectations."
"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!"
"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!"
"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."
"Mind blown. I was happy when I opened the box but later I saw them in the evening. They glow. They really glow. Incredible."