Pearls have passed all tests for authenticity: —gritty feel —size of pearls are not identical (irregular sizes) —Pearls have tiny irregularities and ridges —hardness —iridescent glow —natural, unaltered color with a smooth surface and luster —flame test had pearls producing no odor with a light pop sound —hand tied Pearls have a sterling silver inside box clasp that has been dated to between 1890s-1920s. I’m a Poshmark Ambassador II with over 2,500 items sold, have a 4.9 rating, am a top seller, and ship daily (except for Sunday’s). Please take a good look and consider the photos as part of the description. Please ask any and all questions you may have before purchasing. Bundle discounts on multiple items! Check my other listings for vintage sterling silver. 925, 950, gold, 10k, 14k, 24k, abalone, abstract, agate, Amber, amethyst, anniversary, antique, aquamarine, bead, beaded, birthday, bling, blue, bold, box, bracelet, brass, brooch, chain, China, clip on earrings, chipped, Christmas gift, cocktail, copper, costume, crushed, crystal, cubic zirconia, cuff, cz, dangle, double, earring, domed, engagement, estate, etched, fall, fishhook, flower, glass, gray, green, hammered, heart, hinge, hinged, Italy, Japan, Jasper, kids, Korea, looser claw clasp, love, man, marcasite, marquis, matching set, men, Mexico, minimalist, modern, modernist, moonstone, mother of Pearl, necklace, opal, oyster, pendant, picto, picture, post, present, prong, quartz, 20573