Vintage Kitami genuine Shell based pearl necklace with a 835 Sterling silver clasp. Excellent clean overall condition. Damage free. 30cm drop from clasp. These Pearls are Shell Pearls - man made - although beautiful and perfectly round and very hardy. They need the same care as cultured pearls. Note - Shell pearls are made from the same components as cultured pearls. The substance is ground to a fine powder, shaped, dyed and coated with a natural pearl nacre and then a protective coating to the pearl its lustre. They are very hardy and can have a long life span