These freshwater pearls are exceptional. They are big enough for a statement necklace. They are almost a burnished brass gold and have just a few green highlights. Some of the pearls within the strand are darker than others, but overall the presentation is of a cohesive color. The pearls have a lovely luster and thick nacre. The pearls are almost round with just a few deviations. Each strand is 16 inches long and contains approximately 42 pearls.