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If you looking to buy an Akoya pearl necklace, knowledge about pearls will help you in buying the right jewellery. Akoya pearls are salt water pearls from Japan,

Akoya pearls are usually are sized between 6 and 8 millimeters. These pearls are flawless or have very little flaws in them. They are round in shape and have good luster. Today jewellers use Akoya pearls to make necklace, rings, bracelets and pendants.

Before buying an Akoya, it is prudent to check various styles and sizes of necklaces available. A collar Akoya necklace is about 12 inches long. An Akoya necklace is usually a single strand of Akoya pearls. It is referred to a dog collar when multiple strands of Akoya pearls are used. Chokers are a few inches longer than a collar necklace. A princess Akoya pearl necklace is between 17 to 19 inches in length, and the matinee Akoya pearl necklace is between 20 and 24 inches. Matinees are often used as double strand chokers. The longest Akoya pearl necklace is the opera, which is up to 28 inches in length.

There are many online suppliers of Akoya pearl necklaces. Before you buy an Akoya pearl necklace, look for the guarantee that the retailer should give you. Also check the return policy of the retailer. It will be an added advantage if the retailer has a certified gemologist on its payroll. This will help you in making any clarifications before buying Akoya pearl necklace.