9mm Near-round Pearl Loose String, White AAA

9mm Near-round Pearl Loose String, White AAA

There are pearls, and then there are pearls like these. Graded AAA — the highest classification in freshwater pearl grading — these 9mm near-rounds represent the finest end of what freshwater pearl cultivation can achieve.

The lustre is exceptional: deep, bright, and almost mirror-like, with a clarity that is more commonly associated with saltwater pearls at two or three times the price. At 9mm they have genuine presence and weight on the neck, and the near-round shape means that once strung and knotted, the eye sees a necklace of striking uniformity and elegance.

For a maker who wants to produce something truly special — a gift, a commission, or a personal piece to be worn for decades — this is the string to reach for.

• Material: Freshwater pearl
• Shape: Near round
• Size: 9mm (approx, size may vary by +/- 0.5mm)
• Colour: White
• Skin: Good with some marks (please see photos)
• Lustre: Excellent
• Drilling: Through drilled, standard size drill (0.8-1mm)
• Quantity: 1 String (unfinished)
• String Length*:15.5 inches/approximately 47-48 pearls
• Pearls Direct Stock Code: PD250012

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Please see our other listings for many other pearl, bamboo coral and semi-precious gemstone strings that we have in stock for immediate delivery. We dispatch from our Wiltshire studios by Royal Mail. Please note that we may have more of any item in stock than the figure listed. If you require additional amounts, please inquire.

Not stringing it yourself? Ask about our expert stringing service! We also stock a wide range of clasps.

*Note on string lengths: Strings listed as 14-inches in length should make a necklace of 15-16-inches (approx) depending on knotting technique and size of clasp used. If you are unsure how many strings you will need for your project, we are happy to offer advice, so please contact us.