This necklace is beautiful and well worth the money. I looked around quite a bit locally at cultured pearls and they were always less than perfect in this price range. They are a gift for my daughter to wear for her wedding and I know she will be proud to wear them often. After I purchased the necklace I went back to Amazon and purchased the matching bracelet and it too is perfect.  I will purchase again for myself and my other daughter from this manufacturer.