This is a lovely mid-century Mikimoto Japanese akoya saltwater cultured pearl tie bar.

The pearl is 6.50mm round. It has fantastic luster with bright rosy overtones.

It is made of solid sterling. Stamped "K MIKIMOTO TOKYO", "M" in a clamshell for Mikimoto and "SILVER" which older Japanese mark for sterling silver. Total length is 1 5/8 Inch. From mid-century Japan.

All pearls are truly vintage and have only been lightly cleaned.