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Jill Garber Baroque Angel Lavalier Drop Necklace in Silver with Freshwater Pearl
By Jill Garber
Located in Saginaw, MI
silver lavalier drop necklace • 19.5 in. figural cherub link chain • Five 12 x 10 mm freshwater pearl
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2010s American Baroque Drop Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

Luna Medium Freshwater Pearl, Chain and Keshi Drop Necklace In Sterling Silver
Located in London, GB
white freshwater pearls and sterling silver rectangular link chain to dramatic effect. Accented with a
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

Nugget & White Freshwater Pearl Necklace In Sterling Silver
Located in London, GB
From our Luna Pearls range, this necklace features white cultured freshwater pearls interspaced
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

Nugget & Mixed Freshwater Pearl Necklace In Sterling Silver
Located in London, GB
From our Luna Pearls range, this necklace features mixed cultured freshwater pearls in white, dove
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

3-Strand Pearl Sterling Silver Chain Drop Pendant Leather Necklace
By Vicki Orr Designs
Located in Naples, FL
White, Gray and Tahitian Pearl 3-strand sterling silver chain dangle pendant on black leather cord
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

Jill Garber Baroque Figural Angel Drop Necklace in Sterling Silver with Pearls
By Jill Garber
Located in Saginaw, MI
Baroque-style cherub with outstretched wings and Freshwater pearl drop. We hope you will review our
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2010s American Baroque Drop Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

Skull, Garnet, freshwater pearl and crystal necklace by Sebastian Jaramillo
Located in BOGOTÁ, CO
Stunting freshwater pearl and crystal necklace by Sebastian Jaramillo. Featuring a decadent drop
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2010s Colombian Artist Drop Necklaces

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Crystal, Garnet, Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver, Brass

Jill Garber Diamond and Pearl Starburst Drop Necklace - 14 kt. Gold and Silver
By Jill Garber
Located in Saginaw, MI
freshwater pearl drop. We hope you will review our numerous pictures from every surface angle so you can see
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2010s American Baroque Drop Necklaces

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Pearl, Diamond, Onyx, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

82" Long Pink and White Freshwater Pearl Necklace with Tourmaline and Moonstone
By Sabrina Balsky Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Sabrina Balsky Jewelry 82" long Natural Pink and White Freshwater Pearl Necklace with Prehnite
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Drop Necklaces

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Moonstone, Freshwater Pearl, Tourmaline, Sterling Silver

Silver, Clear Glass Drops and Freshwater Pearls Triple Strand Statement Necklace
Located in London, GB
Beautiful triple strand necklace featuring faceted clear glass drops and freshwater pearls. The
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Late 20th Century Drop Necklaces

Long Baroque Pearl & Pebble Necklace In Sterling Silver
Located in London, GB
Handcrafted in sterling silver, this long chain necklace is adorned with seven organically-shaped
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Pearl, Sterling Silver

Long White Baroque Pearl Chain Necklace In Sterling Silver
Located in London, GB
Made in our London studio, this sterling silver long necklace features large, lustrous white
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Pearl, Sterling Silver

Handcraft Galalith Snake 9 Karat Yellow Diamonds Turquoise Pearls Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
9 karat yellow gold and 800 thousandths silver drop necklace. Handmade by our craftsmen assembled
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Long White Baroque Pearl Chain Necklace In 18ct Gold Vermeil
Located in London, GB
Made in our London studio, this sterling silver long necklace features large, lustrous white
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Vermeil

Jill Garber Elizabethan Style Necklace of the Gods with 19th Century Cameo Suite
By Jill Garber
Located in Saginaw, MI
approximately 11 x 14 mm. Double chaining joins each exquisite cameo, with 8-9 mm freshwater pearl "buttons
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2010s American Renaissance Drop Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

Jill Garber 19th Century Sistine Madonna Angels Portrait Necklace with Amethyst
By Jill Garber
Located in Saginaw, MI
freshwater pearl button completes this divine drop. Austria-Hungary - often referred to as the Austro
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2010s American Rococo Drop Necklaces

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Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Crescendo III Amethyst Gold Opal Diamond Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
, agate, amber, ruby, diamonds, 14k solid gold, sterling silver, 14k gold plating, ebony wood, and pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Opal, Diamond, Amethyst, Amber, Agate, Sterling ...

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Under The Midnight Sun Sapphire Diamond Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Our signature Symbol Tree Necklaces are each unique and made to be versatile. Attaches to 17 inch
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Peridot, Rainbow Moonstone, Tourmaline, Sapphire, Freshwater Pearl, Diam...

CLARISSA BRONFMAN "Me Myself Divine III" Ruby Gold Diamond Sapphire Symbol Tree
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
, aquamarine, rose quartz, sapphire, garnet, freshwater pearl, ***PLEASE NOTE -- MODEL MAY BE WEARING ITEM
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Agate, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Sap...

Leather-polished Turquoise & Freshwater Pearl Necklace & Earrings Set
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a leather-polished turquoise and freshwater pearl necklace & earrings set. Nouveau Boutique
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2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Nathalie Jean Contemporary Pearl Sterling Silver Silk Drop Link Pendant Necklace
By Nathalie Jean
Located in Milan, Lombardia
sterling silver ivy, these undulating pieces become a drop pendant necklace, ending in a large freshwater
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2010s Italian Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

Nathalie Jean Contemporary Pearl Sterling Silver Silk Drop Link Pendant Necklace
By Nathalie Jean
Located in Milan, Lombardia
other to form a sterling silver ivy, these undulating pieces become a pendant necklace, ending in a
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2010s Italian Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

Nathalie Jean Contemporary Pearl Sterling Silver Silk Drop Link Pendant Necklace
By Nathalie Jean
Located in Milan, Lombardia
necklace fold and unfold with harmony and grace like shell fragments or metalized leaves. Linked to each
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2010s Italian Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

Freshwater Pearl and SeaShell Multi Strand Choker Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning choker necklace features multi-strand freshwater pearl beads complimented with a
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Early 2000s Unknown Romantic Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Silver Plate

Freshwater Pearl and SeaShell Multi Strand Choker Necklace
Freshwater Pearl and SeaShell Multi Strand Choker Necklace
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W 1.7 in Dm 2.88 in L 19.69 in
Edwardian Marcasite and Garnet Pendant
Located in New York, NY
garnets in unusual rose cuts. 2 tiny freshwater tooth pearls fall from bail and base of pendant. Circa
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Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Drop Necklaces

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Garnet, Marcasite, Sterling Silver

Edwardian Marcasite and Garnet Pendant
Edwardian Marcasite and Garnet Pendant
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W 3 in L 2 in
6.56Ct Cubic Zirconia Sterling Silver Eliana 10mm Pearl Art Deco Drop Earrings
By Lustre of London
Located in London, GB
freshwater pearl that sits perfectly within a fluted case of 925 sterling silver, equisitly hand set with
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21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver, Silver

Baroque Pearl and Sterling Silver Drop Earrings with Yellow Gold French Wires
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These pretty drop earrings feature large, freshwater baroque pearls with gorgeous silvery pink
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Drop Earrings

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Freshwater Pearl Diamond Odette Swan Pendant Torsade Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Multiple strands of minuscule freshwater pearls have been intercepted with larger round pearls to
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21st Century and Contemporary American Romantic Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Brown Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver, Vermeil

Square Opal Drop Necklace
By Angely Martinez
Located in New York, NY
signature rosebuds found within Angely Martinez Jewelry, both in silver and as a pearl, set near the rock
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

6.56 Carat Cubic Zirconia Sterling Silver Eliana 10mm Pearl Drop Pendant & Chain
By Lustre of London
Located in London, GB
Pendant Necklace This elegant, sophisticated drop pendant features a stunning freshwater pearl that sits
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21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver, Silver

Edwardian 1910 Pearl Drop Y Shape Necklace in 18kt Gold with European Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
, (10.87 Dwt). Measurements: Length of 16 Inches (40 Cm). The drop element with the pearl has 1.35 Inches
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Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

Miriam Haskell Grey, Pink and Freshwater Pearl Beads
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Dramatic Miriam Haskell Grey, Pink and Freshwater Faux Pearl Beads in 6 strand graduated
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Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate

Keishi Pearls Kyanite Rock Crystal Georgian Enamel Silver Paste Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Ayla Necklace. Freshwater keishi pearls, with their gorgeous silky nacre, have been hand-linked
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21st Century and Contemporary American Georgian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Vermeil, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Multi-Strand Pearl and Turquoise Necklace
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This one-of-a-kind piece will grab attention with any outfit! 6-strand freshwater pearl necklace
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Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Silver

14 Karat White Gold Bamboo Contemporary Necklace with Garnets and Pearls
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary necklace from the Bamboo collection features garnets and pearls set in 14 karat
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Garnet, Natural Pearl, Gold, 1...

Apatite Pink Topaz Pearls Art Nouveau Enamel Locket Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
with sparkling pink topaz rondelles flanked between creamy freshwater pearls stationed along the chain
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, Topaz, Pinchbeck, Sterling Silver, Vermeil

Apatite Pink Topaz Pearls Art Nouveau Enamel Locket Necklace
Apatite Pink Topaz Pearls Art Nouveau Enamel Locket Necklace
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H 3.375 in Dm 1.62 in L 31.5 in
Mini Flower Peridot Necklace
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
in Italy from 18-karat gold-plated silver, this delicate necklace is strung with a sweet floral charm
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2010s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Peridot, Vermeil, Palladium, Sterling Silver

Mini Flower Peridot Necklace
Mini Flower Peridot Necklace
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W 0.4 in D 0.04 in L 17.72 in
Paul Eaton Sculpted Horse Head Pendant with One or Two Pearl Drops
Located in Charleston, SC
x 5/8"h x 3/8"d) which is elegantly framed with one or two drop freshwater pearls (2"h). The
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2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Sterling Silver

Paul Eaton Sculpted Horse Head Pendant with One or Two Pearl Drops
Paul Eaton Sculpted Horse Head Pendant with One or Two Pearl Drops
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Paul Eaton Sculpted Doberman Dog Head Pendant with One or Two Pearl Drops
Located in Charleston, SC
silver Freshwater Pearl drops are $320/each. Inquire about necklaces 18” for $160, 20” for $190
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2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

Paul Eaton Sculpted Spaniel Dog Head Pendant with One or Two Pearl Drops
Located in Charleston, SC
silver Freshwater Pearl drops are $320/each. Inquire about necklaces 18” for $160, 20” for $190. The
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2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

Paul Eaton Sculpted Retriever Dog Head Pendant with One or Two Pearl Drops
Located in Charleston, SC
which is elegantly framed with one or two drop freshwater pearls. The bespoke Retriever dog sculpture is
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2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Sterling Silver

Paul Eaton Sculpted Greyhound Dog Head Pendant with One or Two Pearl Drops
Located in Charleston, SC
alone is $390, sterling silver Freshwater Pearl drops are $320/each. Inquire about necklaces 18” for
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2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

2.8ct Diamond Pendant in Platinum w South Sea Pearl Drop & 18K White Gold Chain
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
to eliminate the pin option altogether and add a pearl drop -- our way of dragging this venerable old
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Early 20th Century American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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South Sea Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18...

2.8ct Diamond Pendant in Platinum w South Sea Pearl Drop & 18K White Gold Chain
2.8ct Diamond Pendant in Platinum w South Sea Pearl Drop & 18K White Gold Chain
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H 2.96 in W 0.79 in Dm 0.52 in L 15.87 in
Opulent Sterling Marcasite Pink Fresh Water Pearl Choker and Earrings
Located in University City, MO
Opulent sterling marcasite pink fresh water pearl choker necklace and earrings. The elegant
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Marcasite, Sterling Silver

Citrine Nugget Apatite Cartouche Chatelaine Scent Bottle Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
freshwater pearls which repeat the magnificent coloring of the glass found in the Victorian chatelaine scent
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21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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Citrine, Freshwater Pearl, Gilt Metal, Sterling Silver, Vermeil

Multicolored Moonstone Palais Royal Grand Tour Scent Bottle with Seal
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Luna Necklace. During the Victorian Era, young American adults often spent a year abroad studying
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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Carnelian, Moonstone, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Vermeil, Sterling Sil...

Multicolored Moonstone Palais Royal Grand Tour Scent Bottle with Seal
Multicolored Moonstone Palais Royal Grand Tour Scent Bottle with Seal
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H 3.5 in W 1.2 in D 0.58 in L 32 in
Multi-Strand Embellished Jade, Amazonite Gemstone and Swarovski Crystal Necklace
Located in Milton Keynes, GB
, amazonite gemstones with white ivory freshwater mother of pearl carved leaves and gold-tone metal components
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21st Century and Contemporary British Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Citrine, Crystal, Jade, Quartz, Agate, Amazonite, Chalcedony, Gold Plate...

Diamonds with Freshwater Pearls & Large Aquamarine in a Sterling Silver Necklace
By Jane Magon Collections
Located in New York, NY
Jane Magon Collections "Lady Marina" Necklace with Large Lustrous Freshwater Pearls in a single
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

Freshwater Grey Pearl Necklace with Diamond Cut Beads
By Kaufmann de Suisse
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Grey Pearl Necklace with Dangled Pearls and Diamond Cut Beads - Features 24 Hand Picked Freshwater
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

Grey Pearl Necklace with 7 Large Baroque Dropped Pearls
By Kaufmann de Suisse
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Pearls Designed in a Graduated Dropped Fashion. Beautifully Spaced with Sterling Silver Diamond Cut Beads
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

Grey Pearl Necklace with Five White Baroque Pearls and Diamond Cut Beads
By Kaufmann de Suisse
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Features 17 Hand Picked Grey Pearls Measuring 6.5-8mm Each and 5 White Baroque Pearls Measuring 21
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

Sterling Beloved Sacred Heart Cross Pearl Necklace
By Shannon Koszyk
Located in Seattle, WA
- Handmade Beloved Necklace by Shannon Koszyk - grey fresh water pearls 18" - sterling cross caged
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2010s American Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

Elegantly Long Multi-Color Baroque Pearl Tassle Necklace
By Helen Ringus
Located in TRYON, NC
The oxidized silver wrapped necklace of pinkish baroque fresh water pearls is 36 in. long without
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1990s American Artisan Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Silver

Statement Amethyst, Rose Quartz, and Chalcedony Sterling Silver Necklace
Located in New York, NY
wrapped with Chalcedony, Rose Quartz and freshwater pearls all on a 26-inch Sterling Silver chain. There
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2010s Australian Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Chalcedony, Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, Sterling Silver

Coral Semi Precious Stone Necklace Set
Located in TRYON, NC
This very unusual coral necklace has everything but the kitchen sink in it. Pearls, all manner of
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Artisan Drop Necklaces

Materials

Peridot, Topaz, Amethyst, Citrine, Coral, Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Gar...

Pearl Sterling Silver Soleil Drop Earrings Natalie Barney
By Natalie Barney
Located in Crows Nest, NSW
The ‘Soleil’ Pearl Drop Earrings by Natalie Barney feature 9mm Freshwater Pearls which gently
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

Intini Jewels Freshwater Pearl Coral Chrysoprase Sterling Silver Beaded Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
Jewels Necklaces. • 925 sterling silver lobster closure • Freshwater pearls, coral, chrysoprase • Total
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces

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Chrysophrase, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

Intini Jewels Freshwater Pearl Wrap Around Long Chain 925 Silver Beaded Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
unique and modern wrap around Intini Jewels Necklaces. • 925 sterling silver. • Freshwater • Rock
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

Peacock Green Cultured Drop Pearls Baroque Pearls Citrine Tassel Lariat Necklace
By Lucy de la Vega
Located in Coral Gables, FL
The drop cultured pearls in this necklace are peacock green in color and finished with a keshi
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver, Vermeil

Pearl Sterling Silver Mauresque Necklace Natalie Barney
By Natalie Barney
Located in Crows Nest, NSW
The ‘Mauresque’ Pearl Necklace by Natalie Barney features a 12mm Freshwater Pearl with small
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

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Freshwater Pearl Silver Drop Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate freshwater pearl silver drop necklace for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Silver, Sterling Silver and Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect freshwater pearl silver drop necklace among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic freshwater pearl silver drop necklace over the years, but those made by Jill Garber, Nathalie Jean and Stambolian are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A freshwater pearl silver drop necklace of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Freshwater Pearl, from our inventory of 21, is particularly popular. See these pages for an oval cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also uncut cut and bead cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a freshwater pearl silver drop necklace, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Freshwater Pearl Silver Drop Necklace?

On average, a freshwater pearl silver drop necklace at 1stDibs sells for $2,350, while they’re typically $245 on the low end and $23,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage necklaces designed by David Webb — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.