Description
Akoya pearls
The akoya pearl is a saltwater cultured pearl from the akoya oyster (Pinctada fucata martensii). Because akoya are the most abundant type of saltwater pearl with the longest cultured history, information on akoyas is abundant!
Because Akoya pearls are a high–quality pearl, you’ll find them set with gold posts and clasps, and you’ll find they are well matched for size, shape, and color. You’ll also find few blemishes and a deep, beautiful luster. … Akoya pearls are on average larger, smoother, rounder, and more lustrous, but more expensive than Freshwater pearls.
Because Akoya pearls are a high–quality pearl, you’ll find them set with gold posts and clasps, and you’ll find they are well matched for size, shape, and color. You’ll also find few blemishes and a deep, beautiful luster. … Akoya pearls are on average larger, smoother, rounder, and more lustrous, but more expensive than Freshwater pearls.