Strand Of Pearls
Late 20th Century Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
20th Century Art Deco More Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Retro Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Silver
Vintage 1980s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Jade, Pearl
Late 20th Century Moroccan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl
Vintage 1960s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Italian Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Pearl, Tourmaline, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl
Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings
Oil, Linen
Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold
1990s Asian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Onyx, Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Sapphire, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14...
2010s Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Aquamarine, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Regency Multi-Strand Necklaces
Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate
Vintage 1980s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Pearl, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Amethyst, Cultured Pearl
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Cultured Pearl
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil
2010s American Regency Multi-Strand Necklaces
Garnet, Peridot, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces
White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Natural Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 22k Gold, Vermeil
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Cultured Pearl
Mid-20th Century American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Cultured Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Silver
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Tsavorite, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
1990s Unknown Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Citrine, Peridot, Amethyst, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Go...
Vintage 1980s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Romantic Multi-Strand Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Natural Pearl
Vintage 1960s European Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Onyx, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Vermeil
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How Much are Strand Of Pearls?
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023You can wear many kinds of earrings with a strand of pearls. Create a unified look by opting for pearl earrings like studs, clusters and drops. A pair of hoop earrings can also complement pearls, as can more dramatic dangle earrings set with gemstones. When choosing earrings, consider the occasion. Bolder, larger earrings tend to be more appropriate for night and special events. Explore a wide variety of earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023The tradition of the royals wearing three strands of pearls comes from Queen Elizabeth II. Her father, King George VI, presented her with a three-strand pearl necklace on her wedding day, and she wore the necklace many times in the years that followed. To honor the late queen, Kate Middleton, the Duchess of York, wore the queen's three-strand pearl necklace to Elizabeth II's funeral. The royal tradition of wearing pearls as mourning jewelry traces back to Queen Victoria. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of pearl necklaces.
- Are black pearls real pearls?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Yes, some black pearls are real pearls. Genuine black pearls typically come from Tahiti, sourced from black-lip pearl oysters. Some jewelry features synthetic black pearls created in laboratories. Explore a selection of black pearl jewelry from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023There isn't a hard-and-fast rule about whether you should wear pearl earrings with a pearl necklace. While pearl earrings can complement a pearl necklace, you're free to mix and match pieces as you see fit. For example, you might join a multi-strand statement necklace with a pair of simple gold hoops or diamond studs. A dramatic gemstone necklace can be balanced with a pair of understated pearl button earrings. On 1stDibs, shop a large assortment of pearl jewelry.
- What is a pearl clasp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A pearl clasp is an opening and closing device that holds a necklace together - in this case, a pearl necklace. The clasp works by hooking one end of the necklace into the other end and locking in place. Shop a collection of expertly vetted jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Are there freshwater pearls?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Yes, there are freshwater pearls. Certain species of pearl-producing mollusks do live in bodies of freshwater. Among them are Hyriopsis cumingi and Hyriopsis schlegeli. Most freshwater pearls come from the United States and Japan. Shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Why are pearls so special?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023Pearls are so special because they are rare in nature. They form only when something gets inside an oyster or mussel and causes irritation. The mollusk then secretes substances similar to those found on its shell. These harden around the foreign body to create a pearl. Only about one out of every 10,000 wild oysters will ever make a single pearl, and the vast majority of the pearls that occur naturally are too small to use in jewelry. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of pearl jewelry.
- Where are pearl earrings from?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023No one knows for sure where pearl earrings originated, but scholars have determined that they date back to ancient times. According to surviving records, the ancient Chinese often presented members of royal families with pearls as gifts. During the 1st century B.C., Julius Caesar passed a law stating that only members of the ruling class could wear pearl jewelry. Shop a large collection of pearl earrings on 1stDibs.
- What is a coin pearl?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Coin pearls are a type of flat rounded pearls that are almost coin shaped. They can be worn casually or as an elegant accessory. There is a range of pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What are Mikimoto pearls?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Mikimoto pearls are cultured pearls sourced from Akoya oysters located in the waters off the shores of Honshu, Japan, by the jewelry house of Mikimoto. Cultured pearls are genuine pearls produced with human assistance to encourage production and promote the development of a more attractive product. Find a variety of Mikimoto pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is a Biwa baroque pearl?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Baroque pearls are pearls with an irregular, non-spherical shape. They are sometimes called Biwa baroque pearls because of their discovery in Lake Biwa, Japan. Baroque pearls are coveted for their uniqueness as no two baroque pearls are alike. Baroque pearls are long and round with dips along the surface. Shop a wide range of baroque pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is a mother of pearl spoon?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A mother of pearl spoon is a small spoon made of natural material specially used for serving and eating caviar. These spoons are handmade from mother of pearl shells found near the coast of Vietnam. On 1stDibs, you will find a range of mother of pearl spoons from different periods and in unique designs.
- What do black pearls symbolize?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What black pearls symbolize is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some people associate them with mystery due to their color. Others believe they represent mental strength, wealth or freedom. You'll find a variety of black pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is a black pearl rare?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Because black pearls only form when sand is trapped in a specific type of oyster, the Tahitian black-lipped Pinctada, they are very rare. Black pearls occur once in every 10,000 pearls.
- Can I get gray pearls?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, pearls are available in a gray hue. The most common color for pearls is white, off-white and gray, but pearls can also come in a range of soft pastels as well as black and chocolate brown. Shop a wide selection of pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Do real pearls have a clasp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, real pearls can be on a strand with a clasp. The addition of a clasp has nothing to do with determining if the pearls are real or fake. The clasp is simply a design aspect for the piece of jewelry. Always purchase real pearls from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Shop a large collection of authentic pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Are Chanel pearls real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Although some Chanel jewelry contains real freshwater pearls, much of their costume jewelry is made from coated glass, though they are still high quality.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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.
- Are mabé pearls expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mabé pearls are less expensive than traditional pearls due to their unique dome-like shape and accessibility. Mabé pearls are desirable for jewelry designs meant to lay flat on the surface, like stud earrings or pendants, while still giving the appearance of pearls without the higher price point. Shop a selection of mabé pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
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