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African Opal 17-Inch Beaded Necklace with Sterling Silver Clasp

$520

Pay in 4 interest-free installments of $130.00, or from $46.93/mo with .

Ships from Bellevue, WA

Subtotal$520

Necklace fitting guide

Falls just below the collarbone. The classic first strand, and our default length.

Full length guide

Description

Bring an element of natural color and authentic artisan craftsmanship to your fine jewelry collection with this exquisite 17-inch African opal beaded necklace. Handcrafted for Holly Zhang Pearl Gallery, each organic opal bead is individually hand-selected for its distinctive, striking play of earth-toned green, cream, and silver hues—ensuring that every single strand remains truly one of a kind.

Finished with a high-polish, durable sterling silver clasp, this versatile piece pairs beautifully with both elevated casual wear and formal evening attire.

Natural Gemstone & Sizing Specifications

  • Genuine African Opal Beads: Premium, vibrant natural gemstones showcasing unique, matrixed organic color variations in every bead.
  • Solid .925 Sterling Silver Clasp: Crafted with a heavy, secure closure mechanism designed explicitly for resilient everyday wear.
  • Classic 17-Inch Princess Length: A highly popular, tailored strand length engineered to sit beautifully right at the collarbone.
  • Comfortable Beaded Layout: Perfectly balanced and lightweight on the skin, offering an ideal profile for effortless all-day wear.

Versatile Styling and Unisex Gifting Appeal

With its neutral, nature-inspired color palette, this statement gemstone strand provides a sophisticated unisex appeal. It transitions seamlessly as a bold accent piece for a contemporary men's style profile or a classic addition to a fine women's jewelry collection. Packaged with care, it makes a stunning, memorable gift for birthdays, milestones, anniversaries, or special holidays.

Details & materials
Type
Necklaces
Color
Green, Silver, Yellow
Jewelry material
Opal, Precious/Semiprecious stones, Sterling silver
Jewelry type
Fine jewelry
Necklace design
Beaded
Necklace length type
Choker
SKU
7060
Shipping & returns

Pieces in stock ship within 1–3 business days; made-to-order pieces ship in 3–4 weeks. Shipped fully insured from Bellevue, with a signature on delivery. Returns are free for unworn pieces in their original packaging: a full refund within 14 days of delivery, or full store credit within 30 days.

Pearl care

Put pearls on last and take them off first. Wipe with a soft, slightly damp cloth after wearing and store flat.

Pricing explained

Each piece is priced by the pearls in it and the work behind it. Here is what sets the price, and what is already included.

What sets the price

  1. Pearl type and originFreshwater, Akoya, Tahitian and South Sea pearls each have their own rarity and cost.
  2. Size and shapeLarger and rounder pearls are rarer and cost more.
  3. QualityLuster, surface, nacre and matching, graded to our standards.
  4. Metal and gemstones14K or 18K gold, platinum or sterling silver, and any diamonds or gemstones set with the pearls.
  5. Design and craftsmanshipDesigned by Holly and finished by hand in our studio.
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Included in every price

  • Insured shippingComplimentary, with a signature on delivery, in plain, discreet packaging.
  • Signature gift boxEvery piece arrives gift-ready, in our box with a handwritten card.
  • Full refund within 14 days, store credit within 30For unworn pieces in their original packaging, counted from the day your order arrives.

Optional, at an added cost

  • Restringing serviceSilk stretches with wear. We restring by hand in the gallery, with silk knotting, for a fee.

Pay over time with Shop Pay

Choose Shop Pay at checkout and select Installments to split orders from $35 to $30,000 into payments. You see your exact plan and total before you confirm, and checking your options does not affect your credit score.

  • $35 to $49.992 interest-free payments
  • $50 to $149.993 interest-free payments; 4 interest-free payments; 3 monthly payments at 15% APR; 6 monthly payments at 15% APR
  • $150 to $249.993 interest-free payments; 4 interest-free payments; 3 monthly payments at 15% APR; 6 monthly payments at 15% APR; 12 monthly payments at 15% APR
  • $250 to $999.993 interest-free payments; 4 interest-free payments; 6 monthly payments at 0% APR; 3 monthly payments at 15% APR; 12 monthly payments at 15% APR
  • $1,000 to $1,699.996 monthly payments at 0% APR; 12 monthly payments at 15% APR; 18 monthly payments at 15% APR
  • $1,700 to $30,0006 monthly payments at 0% APR; 12 monthly payments at 15% APR; 24 monthly payments at 15% APR

Included with every purchase

Hands placing a pearl bracelet into a cream jewelry box, with a shipping carton behind

Full refund within 14 days, store credit within 30

Return unworn pieces in their original packaging within 14 days of receiving your order for a full refund, or within 30 days for full store credit.

A plain, unmarked parcel handed over at a front door

Discreet, insured shipping

Your order ships fully insured in a plain, unmarked box, with a signature on delivery.

Holly Zhang Pearl Gallery gift boxes in cream with black trim, one tied with a satin bow, and the shopping bag

Signature gift box

Every piece arrives in our gift box, ready to give or to keep.

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Frequently asked questions

Is my piece ready to ship or made to order?

Each product page says which. A piece marked “In stock, ready to ship” is on our shelf and leaves the gallery within 1 to 3 business days. A piece marked “Made to order” is chosen and strung for you once you order and ships in 3 to 4 weeks. Bespoke designs from a custom consultation follow their own timeline, typically 4 to 6 weeks.

How long will my order take to process and arrive?

Pieces in stock are typically processed within 1 to 3 business days; made-to-order pieces ship in 3 to 4 weeks. Standard domestic shipping takes 5 to 7 business days following dispatch. Expedited shipping options are available at checkout.

What is your return and exchange policy?

Unworn pieces in their original packaging can come back for a full refund to your original payment within 14 days of receiving your order, or for full store credit within 30 days. To start a return, contact the gallery or bring the piece to our Bellevue gallery. Custom and altered pieces are final sale.

The full terms are in our refund policy.

How should I clean and care for my pearl jewelry?

Remember the rule: “Pearls should be the last thing you put on and the first thing you take off.” Keep them away from perfume, hairspray, and household chemicals. Wipe them gently with a soft microfiber cloth after each wear. Never submerge pearls in ultrasonic cleaners or harsh chemical dips.

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