This item features genuine Tahitian cultured pearl. Pictures and description are of the actual item. What you see is what you will receive. Pearl Information: Pearl Type: Tahitian cultured pearls. Size: 8.42MM. Shape: Round. Body Color: Black. Overtone: Redish. Luster: Very High. AAA grade. Surface: Clean. A grade. Nacre Thickness: Thick. Origin: Tahiti. Size: 5. Setting: 14K Yellow Gold. Heavy built high polished setting. Ring weights 4.2 grams. For Tahitian pearls, we use The Guide for Grading Tahitian pearls provided by the Tahitian Government.