These pearls are little beauties which have nice luster and are not quite round, just a slightly oval. They are nice quality off round shaped white freshwater pearls that range slightly in size about 8-9mm. Package of 55 (approximately and 16" strand). These pearls were produced in the early heyday of Chinese pearl production 20-30 years ago. At that time rigorous standards required good pearl nacre thickness and good luster.