Akoya Necklaces
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Frequently asked questions
Why are Akoya pearls so lustrous?
The cold winters in Japan slow nacre deposition, producing tighter, denser nacre layers. This is why Akoya pearls have the highest mirror-luster of any cultured pearl. Pinctada fucata takes 10-18 months to produce a harvestable pearl.
What is Hanadama Akoya?
Hanadama is the highest grade of Akoya — only 1-3% of harvest qualifies. Surface 95%+ clean, mirror luster, near-round to round, uniform overtone. Authentic Hanadama comes with PSL (Pearl Science Lab) certification from Japan.
What necklace length should I order?
Princess length (17-19 inches) sits at the collarbone and is the most universally flattering. Choker (14-16in) hugs the neck. Matinee (20-24in) drops just above the bust line. Opera (28-34in) reaches the sternum. Each length has a different impact — see our length guide for visuals.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes. We ship worldwide with insured tracked delivery. Free shipping on orders over $150 USD. Each piece arrives with certificate of authenticity.
Akoya pearls come from Pinctada fucata, the Japanese akoya oyster native to Japanese pearl farms in Mie and Ehime prefectures. The pieces in this collection are hand-graded against the AAA-AA-A scale: surface clean to 95%+ for AAA, 85%+ for AA, with mirror luster the defining marker of AAA. Strands and pendant necklaces in classic lengths (collar, choker, princess, matinee, opera, rope). Hand-knotted between pearls with silk thread — the traditional method that prevents wear and keeps pearls separate if a strand breaks. Akoya pearls are the original cultured pearl, perfected in Japan in 1893 by Kokichi Mikimoto. Sizes typically 5-9.5mm with the highest-luster mirror shine of any cultured pearl. Sourcing: direct from oyster farms in Japan. Each necklace ships with our certificate of authenticity and origin notation.