This beautiful black Akoya pearl necklace consists of beautiful and lustrous pearls in AAA quality, and is mounted on 14K gold. The option to upgrade to AAA quality pearls are available for an additional fee. Known as the 'icon' of cultured pearls, Akoya pearls have graced the necks, ears, fingers, and wrists of women for decades. The Pearl Source imports their Akoya pearls from the saltwaters of Japan, grown in the Pinctada fucata oyster. All of our Akoya pearl bracelets are made on site, and our extensive experience and careful attention to detail allows us to create truly beautiful Akoya pearl jewelry.