The Chinese are now farming Freshwater Cultured Pearls to compete with the traditional Japanese Akoka cultured pearls. Pearls have never gone out of style, but the introduction of these Chinese pearls has created a whole new excitement to the pearl scene. This lovely 17 1/2 inch strand of 10-11mm pearls has been carefully knotted between each pearl and it has an easy-access invisible clasp. The pearls have a gorgeous white pink luster. Classic elegance!!!!