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How can I tell if a pearl is real?

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How can I tell if a pearl is real?
To tell if a pearl is real, examine it closely. Genuine pearls are reflective and lustrous, while fakes won't have reflective properties. A real pearl will be cool to the touch and warm up when worn. One test is the "tooth test," where you rub the pearl against your front teeth. If the texture is slightly rough, then it's a genuine pearl. Shop a collection of expertly-vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Tiffany & Co. 18K White Gold Pearl Necklace 18.5" #14735
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18K White Gold Pearl Necklace Gorgeous 18K white gold Tiffany necklace with 58 beautiful pearls! Pearls approximately 7.2mm each. White with a pink hue Lengt...
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co Ziegfeld Black Onyx Pearl Bead Silver Daisy Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Step into timeless glamour with the Tiffany & Co. Ziegfeld Black Onyx Pearl Bead Silver Daisy Pendant. Inspired by the elegance of the Ziegfeld era, this pendant features a striking ...
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Silver

Tiffany & Co. Pearl and Diamond Station Dangle Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
18 kt Yellow Gold Length: 16 inches Total Weight: 5.42 grams Diamond: 0.10 ct twd Color: E Clarity: VS Pearls: 4mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Pearl, Lapis Lazuli & Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti White Pearl, Lapis Lazuli & Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace. Beautiful multi stone necklace from the renowned Elsa Peretti collection. Th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Tiffany & Co. Hardwear White Freshwater Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Link Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Tiffany & Co Hardwear White Freshwater Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Link Pendant Necklace. Beautiful and rare freshwater pearl link necklace from the Tiffany & Co Hardwear line. Tiff...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co necklace 'Peretti Pearls'
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
Introducing the Tiffany & Co Peretti Pearls Necklace, a symbol of timeless elegance and sophistication. Crafted from sterling silver 925, this exquisite necklace boasts a weight of 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

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