Cultured Akoya Pearl Lapis Lazuli Necklace Strand Endless Rope Sautoir 130 inch

Elegant vintage cultured saltwater Akoya pearl necklace and lapis lazuli bead endless rope. This is approximately 130 inches in length, with 414 cultured pearls and 69 lapis beads. Pearls are 5.5-6mm, ivory with rose to blue overtones, acceptable nacre and good luster. Pearls are round to off round, minimal to moderately blemished, with a few having pits and nacre loss (please see pics). Genuine lapis beads are approximately 6mm. Individually knotted, some stretch in string as would be expected, but string in strong with no areas of fraying or weakness. This absolutely fabulous piece can be worn so many different ways, at a really good price.