Minimalist Freshwater Pearl Necklace with Two Round Pearls

Two round freshwater pearls spaced along a fine chain. This freshwater pearl necklace is built for daily wear, and the pairing keeps the design minimal while giving the pearls room to be seen.

Materials

• Copper base
• 18K gold plated finish
• Freshwater pearl
• 925 sterling silver

The chain is finished in sterling silver or yellow gold plating, letting the pearls sit against either a cool or a warm tone.

Size

The necklace measures 18 inches with a 2 inch extender chain, which is 45 cm plus 5 cm. That places the pearls at the collarbone, and the extender allows a little more length when layered over a shirt.

A "freshwater pearl" like this one forms slowly, which is why the surface carries a soft glow rather than a hard shine.

About the Pearls

Freshwater pearls form inside the mollusk, so no two are identical. Shape, size, color, luster and surface texture vary slightly from pearl to pearl, which is normal and part of what makes each necklace a little different from the next.

Wearing It

The design works alone as a single quiet line, or layered with a shorter chain or a pendant. It suits a wedding party, an office outfit and a plain t-shirt equally well.

Care

Pearls are soft and sensitive to chemicals. Put the necklace on last, after make-up, perfume and hairspray have dried, and wipe the pearls with a soft cloth after wearing. Store the piece flat, away from harder jewelry that could scratch the surface.

Because it is strung only once the order is placed, the two pearls are set for one wearer; it arrives in a gift box.