This is a stunning mid-century Mikimoto Japanese akoya saltwater cultured pearl tie bar.
It features three 5.00mm round pearls. They have mirror like luster with extremely bright rosy overtones.
It is made of solid sterling. Stamped “M” in a clamshell for Mikimoto and “SILVER” which older Japanese mark for sterling silver. Total length is about 1 1/4 inch.
All pearls are truly vintage and have only been lightly cleaned.