The pearls are between 9 and 9.5mm, pretty much round, none are perfect, but they're nice. Luster is good/very good, but not excellent. Reflections are a little diffused, so the pearls look soft and creamy. Lightly spotted. The main body color is a deep chocolate brown, with an iridescent purple overtone. They are very pretty, but I think the rating is a letter generous.