Measuring pearl necklace sizes japanese akoya cultured pearl necklaces are measured in half millimeter increments.
Perfect pearl necklace length.
Our pearl necklaces glisten with style.
Different necklace lengths suit various occasions and styles.
They can range from 14 to 16 inches and typically should rest at the base of your neck right below the little hollow at your throat.
For example a necklace may be 7mm x 7 5mm or another may be an 8mm x 8 5mm where the pearls measure from 7mm on either end of the necklace and slowly graduate to 7 5mm in the necklace s largest center pearl.
Perfect for office settings and evenings out this.
Before we go any farther you should know that the most popular classic and versatile pearl necklaces are in the 7 0 8 0mm size range the 7 0 8 0mm size range is widely acknowledged to be the go anywhere size perfect for nights out office wear or even a quick trip to the grocery store in a t shirt and jeans.
Akoya pearl oysters are seeded with a perfect round bead and put back into the water for hopefully a period of 1 5 2 years.
The princess necklace 17 to 19 inches.
It also complements low plunging necklines.
These are slightly longer at 14 to 16 inches and sit comfortably at the base of the neck.
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Pick the perfect length.
This is a classic akoya pearl necklace length.
This length is very versatile and looks just as much at home at the office as it does for a fancy night out.
Shop single pearl necklaces pearl strands and other gorgeous pearl necklaces to find the perfect piece to fit your style.
Choker necklace length.
This is the most common length and runs 17 to 19 inches.
The princess necklace is 17 19 inches in length.
This is quite a huge range so finding the right length is important if you want to get the most out of your strand.
Pearl chokers are the quintessential pearl necklace that s been popular for the last 60 to 70 years.
This length adds a dash of personality to conservative outfits while still looking elegant.
The length of a pearl necklace is a personal preference.
The pearls might look similar in the beginning but they won t last more than a couple of years.
Pearls are incredibly versatile and because of their soft light hue pair beautifully with any color.