Akoya Stud Earrings (Nature Blue)

Pearl Color: Akoya, no color treatment (natural blue tones; silver-blue pearls with pink overtones)
Pearl Quality: Strong luster, near round, extremely minor blemishes on the front, blemishes on the underside
Pearl Size: 9 mm
Metal: 18K White Gold
Pearl Origin: Japan

Akoya pearls are formed by the Akoya pearl oyster (Pinctada fucata) and are primarily produced in Japan. They are classic seawater cultured pearls, known for their “mirror-like luster.” Each oyster typically produces only one pearl at a time; because the waters around Japan are cooler, the nacre forms slowly and finely, giving Akoya pearls their signature sharp luster.

Akoya pearls are predominantly white, with common overtones of rose pink, silver, green, and blue. There are also naturally rare blue bodycolors and rare pale gold tones. Overtones shift with the viewing angle, giving the pearls greater depth and dimension. Common sizes range from 6–9 mm. Pearls over 9 mm are considered larger, while those over 10 mm are rarer and markedly more valuable. Our pearls are sourced from Japan.