Ebay has an authenticator glitch that causes VTG Mikimoto's with silver clasps to fail due to not clasp being able to be x-rayed by authenticator.  So this one is all authenticated...except the clasp metal won't x-ray!  My loss, your gain, as long as you are wanting baroques with tails instead of perfectly round.  The Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Necklace Strand is a rare vintage piece from Japan, featuring a stunning single strand of ivory Akoya pearls with a baroque shape. The 17.5" necklace is marked with a safety fish hook clasp stamped with the Mikimoto signature, and the pearls are strung on a Japanese style knotting technique. This exquisite piece is perfect for special occasions like Christmas, anniversaries, or birthdays, and is a true representation of beauty and elegance in fine jewelry. Vintage Japan Saltwater Akoya Pearls. Check my store for others!