White akoya pearls on gold for classic earrings with timeless elegance. So simple & beautiful, pearls are always a must have & Akoya pearls are just so special. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s for the blushing bride, a special occasion or just jeans. Gorgeous white Akoya pearls are paired with hammered, artisan earwires that are modern, simple & make a perfect finishing touch. A treasured heirloom! These are petite pearls, be sure to check picture 5 for size. Earrings measure about 7/8 from top to bottom Pearls are 6mm, Cultured Salt Water Akoya Pearls 14k gf wire Akoya pearls are cultured in the Pinctada fucata martensii, also known as the akoya oyster. This mollusk is found & farmed primarily in Japan & China. Renowned for their luster, akoya are considered the classic pearl. They are generally white or cream colored, with overtone colors of rose, silver, or cream. The akoya oyster is the smallest pearl-producing oyster used in pearl culture today, so akoya pearls also tend to be small, ranging in size from about 2 to 11 millimeters. They also tend to be the most consistently round & near-round pearls. Payment I accept paypal, direct checkout & gift cards at time of purchase & all items will be shipped when payment is complete. Same day or next for most pieces during the week. How PayPal Works on Etsy http://etsy.me/1CDwiEP How to use a credit card (Vis for payment Pearl Earrings, White Gold Aa Akoya Salt Water Pearls, Classic Earrings - Timeless