If you are looking for perfectly round, smooth pearl necklace, in a 10-11 mm size, you won't find it for under $10,000(certainly not for the price of this necklace!)but if you are looking for a beautiful, bold, large and dramatic pearl necklace with charming inperfections, this necklace is perfect! The pearls are so large and the luster is wonderful. I can wear it to work with a suit as well as with a cocktail dress to a special evening out. Just beautiful.