Semi-baroque Japanese Akoya Necklace, cultured 9mm pearls, 35 inches. 14kt clasp. C. 1950s. j-nlbd1273

A single strand of Semi-Baroque Japanese Akoya Cultured Pearls, circa 1950's, measuring 35 inches in length and 9mm in diameter. Each pearl displays a "tadpole" formation and offers a high, uniform luster of white pearl color with subtle rose and blue overtones. The 14kt yellow gold clasp provides the option to wear the necklace either doubled or as a single strand. During this period, Japan was producing the majority of the world's cultured pearls.