This is a stunning but petite Mikimoto Japanese akoya saltwater cultured pearl brooch.

The pearls are 5.25mm round. They have great luster with rosy overtones.

It is made of solid sterling silver and has swirling engraved ribbon details. It is stamped "M" in a clamshell for Mikimoto and "S" in a square for sterling silver. It measures 1 3/16 inches long. From Japan 1950's.

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