Are they real? I don't know, but they look great and are affordable.
I'm not sure how you would determine if these are actual pearls, but for the cost I am not really concerned if they are or not. They look good. I like the larger size 8.0-8.5 mm in black. I have worn them every day for a week new to try them out. I shouldn't shower in them, but I have for my vine review. They have not fallen apart or shown any signs of stress. I have very sensitive acidic skin, and anything that isn't stainless/surgical steel, 925 sterling, or gold corrodes in a VERY short period of time. These have not turned my skin black or green. Additionally, I like the length of the post as it never stabs my neck when I lay down. On a rare occasion I need to push the post backing further on the post before it falls off (it hasn't yet) but I *am* sleeping in these (even though I shouldn't).
Rating: 5 stars