Hanadama, meaning 'Flower Pearl,' represents the highest quality available in Japanese Akoya Pearls, certified by the Japan Pearl Science Laboratory. Only approximately 2% of the annual Akoya cultured pearl harvest qualifies for the Hanadama Grade. This beautiful Akoya pearl set ranges between 9.5-10.0mm in size and consists of all beautiful and extremely lustrous Hanadama pearls, along with certification for all pieces in the set. All pearls in the necklace and earrings are perfectly round and are strung with silk thread and double-knotted between each pearl. The Gold Posts for the earrings will match the color of gold selected for the clasp. 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 necklaces are made on site, and our extensive experience and careful attention to detail allows us to create truly beautiful Akoya pearl necklaces.