This is the perfect starter necklace for young girls. Gift a single pearl on their 1st birthday and "add a pearl" every year following. The original presentation box is included. The pearls are in good shape. The chain is a bit fragile and the clasp needs to be repaired. The clasp is in the box. This necklace is probably over 40 years old and I would not recommend repair. I didn't want to throw away the pearls but they would be great to add to an existing add-a-pearl necklace. The total number of pearls is 7.