their freshwater pearls are round enough and good enough to pass as Japanese akoya. China already sells round white pearls up to 7mm for perhaps a tenth the price of Japanese cultured saltwater ...

Japan's akoya oysters have been preëminent among cultured pearls ever since Kokichi Mikimoto first established the industry in the early part of this century. But since 1994, something has been ...

$1,467 at Blue Nile (Save $163) Blue Nile Classic Akoya Cultured Pearl And Diamond Stud Earrings In 18k White Gold These timeless pearl and diamond earrings are sure to impress this holiday season.

$1,467 at Blue Nile (Save $163) Blue Nile Classic Akoya Cultured Pearl And Diamond Stud Earrings In 18k White Gold These timeless pearl and diamond earrings are sure to impress this holiday season.