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Earrings set with pearl and mother-of-pearl 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k bicolour gold earrings with pearl and mother-of-pearl – diameter 1.5 cm Detailed description
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

White Pearl and Mother of Pearl 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
Prismatic black mother of pearl encompasses a white pearl for these earrings. 18k yellow gold
Category

2010s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

White Pearl and Mother of Pearl 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
White Pearl and Mother of Pearl 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
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W 0.98 in D 0.94 in L 1.1 in
Handcraft Pearls 14 Karat Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Barrels Cufflinks
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
with pearls and mother-of-pearl barrels. Cufflinks total weight 6.40 grams Pearls weight 1.20 grams
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cufflinks

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ouroboros' 18kt Gold Black Shell and Mother of Pearl Pendant
Located in London, GB
OUROBOROS' "The Mother And Father Of Pearl," black pearl and mother of pearl pendant set in 18kt
Category

2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Ouroboros' 18kt Gold Black Shell and Mother of Pearl Pendant
Ouroboros' 18kt Gold Black Shell and Mother of Pearl Pendant
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W 1.19 in D 0.4 in L 1.19 in
Rockrageous Natural Quartz Mother Of Pearl And Pearl Ring In Sterling Silver
By Stephen Dweck
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
, meticulously crafted to capture the essence of nature's beauty. The Rockrageous Natural Quartz Mother Of Pearl
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cluster Rings

Materials

Pearl, Quartz, Sterling Silver

Syrian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Syrian mother of pearl inlaid wooden chest of drawers. With five drawers. The wood is profusely
Category

20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

18 Karat White Gold with Black Pearl Amazing Handemade Cocktail Ring
Located in GALLARATE, IT
Very amazing ring in white gold 18kt with Mabè (Blach Pearl and mother of pearl) handemade in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mother of Pearl Inlaid Ebonized Commode
Located in Newport Beach, CA
bronze handles and locks with center shields. The round clawed feet have a center dot of mother of pearl
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

Mother of Pearl Inlaid Ebonized Commode
Mother of Pearl Inlaid Ebonized Commode
H 40.5 in W 63.5 in D 27 in
Long Necklace with Mother-of-Pearl & 18K Solid Gold Beads
By Amanda Clark for Altfield
Located in Central, HK
From our Amalfi collection, an exquisite hand-made long necklace with mother-of-pearl quatrefoil
Category

2010s Asian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Love - Mother of Pearl Inlay Four Drawer Dressers
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Mother of Pearl Inlay Dresser, an undeniable statement piece for any
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Che...

Materials

Wood, Mother-of-Pearl

Continental 19th Century Biedermeier St. Walnut and Mother of Pearl Commode
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
and a mother of pearl cabochon.
Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Fruitwood, Walnut

Anglo Indian Mother of pearl Inlay Seven Drawer Dressers
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Mother of Pearl Dresser, handmade with the finest small mother-of-pearl
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Che...

Materials

Wood, Mother-of-Pearl

Victorian Medallion 14 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings with Coral and Pearl Accents
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Natural coral, petite pearls and mother of pearl inlay adorn the facade of these ornately engraved
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue and White Anglo Indian Style Inlaid Mother of Pearl Tall Chest
Located in Yonkers, NY
A blue and white Anglo-Indian style tall chest with mother-of-pearl inlay, six drawers and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Anglo-Indian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Multi Strand Italian Pearl / MOP Necklace with Chic Floral Accent
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Company Ottaviani Bijoux. A 10 strand neclace of silver mini beads draped with pearls and mother of pearl
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Korean Mother-of-Pearl Stool
Located in Chicago, IL
beautiful mother-of-pearl inlay, a decorative technique known as "najeonchilgi." During the Joseon era (1392
Category

20th Century Korean Furniture

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Lacquer, Paper

Korean Mother-of-Pearl Stool
Korean Mother-of-Pearl Stool
H 14.5 in W 19.25 in D 9.5 in
Necklace with Aquamarine, South Sea Pearls, Gold & 18K Solid Gold Beads
By Amanda Clark for Altfield
Located in Central, HK
collection of Wearable Jewels created from aquamarines, dark blue kyanite, lustrous pearls, and mother-of
Category

2010s Asian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Brass and Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses
By LeMaire Paris 1
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
iridescent mother of pearl inlaid pieces. Dating from the late 19th to early 20th century, this practical
Category

Antique 19th Century French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Brass and Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses
Brass and Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses
H 2.76 in W 4.34 in D 1.78 in
Necklace with Aquamarine, Kyanite, South Sea Pearls, Gold & 18K Gold
By Amanda Clark for Altfield
Located in Central, HK
, lustrous pearls, and mother-of-pearl with hand-crafted 18-carat gold captures the beauty of nature and
Category

2010s Asian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, South Sea Pearl, Kyanite, Gold, 18k Gold

Moroccan Brass and Mother of Pearl Dagger
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-452 Moroccan brass and mother of pearl inlayed wood dagger.
Category

Vintage 1940s Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Brass

Mother-Of-Pearl And Gold Snuff Box
Located in New Orleans, LA
This charming snuff box is crafted of beautifully lustrous mother-of-pearl inlay and gold
Category

Antique 19th Century French Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Gold

Mother-Of-Pearl And Gold Snuff Box
Mother-Of-Pearl And Gold Snuff Box
H 0.25 in W 3.13 in D 0.63 in
Tessellated Mother of Pearl Obelisk
By Maitland Smith
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Tessellated mother of pearl obelisk by Maitland Smith.
Category

Vintage 1980s Philippine Hollywood Regency Obelisks

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Mother of Pearl Bowl 8.5"
Located in Somis, CA
A spectacular mother of pearl bowl, completely hand made by the Indonesian craftsmen. Bowl is
Category

2010s Indonesian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Mother of Pearl Bowl 8.5"
Mother of Pearl Bowl 8.5"
H 2.5 in Dm 8.5 in
Mother of Pearl and Black Lacquer Decorative Planter
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black lacquer decorative planter with prnate mother of pearl inlaid details. Signed and Numbered
Category

20th Century Dutch Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Lacquer, Mother-of-Pearl

Mother of Pearl and Bone Box
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Mother of pearl and bone box.
Category

Early 2000s Decorative Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Mother of Pearl and Bone Box
Mother of Pearl and Bone Box
H 3.5 in W 8.25 in D 5 in
Decorative Planter in Mother of Pearl
By DK Home
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oversized black lacquer planter with intricate flower and stylized designs in mother of pearl
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Lacquer, Mother-of-Pearl

Camilia Mother of Pearl Armoire
By Koket
Located in Manassas, VA
the aristocratic palaces of the Alexandrian pashas of Egypt, the mother of pearl Camilia is crowned by
Category

2010s Portuguese Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Gold Leaf

Camilia Mother of Pearl Armoire
Camilia Mother of Pearl Armoire
H 101 in W 46 in D 20 in
Camilia Mother of Pearl Cabinet
By Koket
Located in Manassas, VA
the aristocratic palaces of the Alexandrian pashas of Egypt, the mother of pearl Camilia is crowned by
Category

2010s Portuguese Cabinets

Materials

Brass, Gold Leaf

Camilia Mother of Pearl Cabinet
Camilia Mother of Pearl Cabinet
H 36 in W 74 in D 21 in
Alhambra Mother of Pearl Sideboard
Located in Coulsdon, GB
Alhambra Sideboard features mother of pearl furniture where small pieces of the shell are cut into
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Sheet Metal

Alhambra Mother of Pearl Sideboard
Alhambra Mother of Pearl Sideboard
H 29.5 in W 59 in D 16.5 in
Mother of Pearl Seashell Caviar Dish
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful white mother of pearl seashell caviar dish polished smooth. One dish available. Piece
Category

20th Century Organic Modern Barware

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Mother of Pearl Seashell Caviar Dish
Mother of Pearl Seashell Caviar Dish
H 0.5 in W 9.5 in D 8 in
Coil Mother of Pearl Inlay Nesting Tables
Located in New York, NY
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your home with our handcrafted Mother of Pearl Nesting Table in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Mother-of-Pearl

Louis XV Mother-of-pearl Snuffbox
By Louis Robin
Located in New Orleans, LA
This Louis XV-period gold-mounted snuff box features lustrous panels of inlaid mother-of-pearl. The
Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Gold

Louis XV Mother-of-pearl Snuffbox
Louis XV Mother-of-pearl Snuffbox
H 2 in W 1.5 in D 1.5 in
Long Necklace with Kyanite, Aquamarine, South Sea Pearls & 18K Solid Gold Beads
By Amanda Clark for Altfield
Located in Central, HK
created from aquamarines, dark blue kyanite, lustrous pearls, and mother-of-pearl with hand-crafted 18
Category

2010s Asian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, South Sea Pearl, Kyanite, Gold, 18k Gold

Mother-of-pearl pendant light, 1960s
By Verner Panton
Located in JASSANS-RIOTTIER, FR
Large pendant light from the 60s ceiling rose for fining Association of mother-of-pearl forming 3
Category

Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

20th Century Wood and Faux Mother of Pearl Italian Chest of Drawers, 1970
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
, rosewood, faux mother of pearl, ebonized wood, beech and fruitwood. Dresser for bedroom or living room of
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Mother of Pearl Caviar Serving Spoon
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Mother of Pearl seashell caviar serving spoon. Spoon measures: 2.25" width x 5.13
Category

Late 20th Century Organic Modern Barware

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Mother of Pearl Caviar Serving Spoon
Mother of Pearl Caviar Serving Spoon
H 5.13 in W 2.25 in D 0.07 in
Mother-of-Pearl Mexican Silver Box
By Taxco
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mexican silver box with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay. Lid opens to a wood lined interior. Very nicely done
Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Mother-of-Pearl Mexican Silver Box
Mother-of-Pearl Mexican Silver Box
H 0.75 in W 5 in D 3 in
Antique Chinese Wood and Mother of Pearl Planter
Located in Toronto, ON
A unique Antique Chinese hexagonal wood planter with inlaid mother of pearl and bronze details.
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Chinese Mother-of-Pearl and Black Lacquer Table
Located in London, GB
A CHINESE MOTHER-OF-PEARL AND BLACK LACQUER TABLE, 19TH CENTURY. Inlaid throughout with
Category

Antique 19th Century Center Tables

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Lacquer

Four Chinese Hardwood and Mother of Pearl Inlaid Panels
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A set of four antique Chinese decorative panes with mother of pear inlay. The panels with floral
Category

Antique Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Paintings and Screens

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Hardwood

Mother of Pearl Mirror
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mother of pearl mirror.
Category

Vintage 1980s Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Mirror

Mother of Pearl Mirror
Mother of Pearl Mirror
H 52 in W 30 in D 2 in
3 Syrian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Wall Shelves
Located in Dallas, TX
Group of three Syrian mother of pearl inlaid wooden wall shelves. The intricately carved wood of
Category

20th Century Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Syrian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Wedding Chest
Located in Dallas, TX
Syrian mother of pearl inlaid wooden wedding or dowry chest. The trunk is profusely inlaid with
Category

20th Century Blanket Chests

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Syrian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Wedding Chest
Syrian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Wedding Chest
H 40.5 in W 52.5 in D 20.75 in
Pair of Papier Mâché and Mother of Pearl Vases
Located in London, GB
This pair of large Chinese papier mâché vases feature a brown ground and extensive mother of pearl
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Vases

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Damascus Syrian Mother of Pearl Display Cabinet
Located in Houston, TX
A stately and rare 1900s or earlier Damascus vitrine. This beautiful mother-of-pearl display
Category

Early 20th Century Vitrines

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Glass, Wood

Mother of Pearl Floral Motifs Inlay Desk
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite black mother of pearl inlay desk, a statement piece that seamlessly
Category

2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood, Mother-of-Pearl

Pair of Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Stands
Located in London, GB
with mother-of-pearl inlay in a simple yet effective floral motif, that complements perfectly the
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Pair of Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Stands
Pair of Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Stands
H 39.77 in W 17.33 in D 17.33 in
19th Century Holy Land Mother-of-Pearl Icon
Located in London, GB
This fantastic mother-of-pearl icon was made in Jerusalem at the end of the 19th century, and is
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Israeli Religious Items

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

19th Century Holy Land Mother-of-Pearl Icon
19th Century Holy Land Mother-of-Pearl Icon
H 17.33 in W 16.15 in D 6.7 in
Mother Of Pearl And Abalone Tea Caddy
Located in Tampa, FL
An early 19th century mother of pearl and abalone tea caddy with original key. There's a wonderful
Category

Vintage 1910s English Tea Caddies

Materials

Ivory, Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl

Mother of Pearl Handled Fish Slice and Fork
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a beautiful set of mother of pearl handled fish slice and fork. The stainless steel blade
Category

Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel

Syrian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Wedding Chest
Located in Dallas, TX
Syrian mother of pearl inlaid wooden wedding or dowry chest. The trunk is profusely inlaid with
Category

20th Century Blanket Chests

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Antique Thai Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Offering Tray
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Antique Thai Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Offering Tray. Crafted of assembled wood in an elevated and
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Thai Other Lacquer

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Curious Wriggling Fish Made of Mother-of-pearl
Located in Berlin, DE
Curious wriggling fish made of mother-of-pearl Fish made of mother of pearl veneer. Very fine
Category

20th Century Unknown Models and Miniatures

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

19th Century French Mother-of-Pearl and Ormolu 'Palais Royal' Perfum
By Palais Royal
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A fine quality 19th century French Palais Royal mother of pearl and ormolu six-bottle perfume
Category

Antique 1860s French Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

A Fine Jingasa with Mother-of-Pearl ‘Mosaic’ Decoration
Located in London, GB
A Fine Jingasa with Mother-of-Pearl ‘Mosaic’ Decoration Lacquer, wood, leather, mother-of-pearl
Category

Antique 1860s Lacquer

Materials

Leather, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood, Lacquer

Pair Antique Chinese Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Circular Plaques
Located in New York, NY
featuring mother of pearl inlaid figures of female figures dress in colorful robes.
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Vintage Turquoise Mother-of-Pearl Coffee Table
By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
inlaid mother-of-pearl paper with a protective finish. Measurements: Overall: 48”W x 24”D x 15”H
Category

20th Century American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Lacquer, Mother-of-Pearl, Maple

Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses by Colmont Paris
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A gorgeous pair of antique Mother-of-Pearl opera or theatre glasses, by renowned maker 'Colmont
Category

Antique 19th Century French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Set of 63 Qing Dynasty Chinese Mother of Pearl Counters
Located in London, GB
Set of 63 Qing Dynasty Chinese mother of pearl counters Chinese, early 19th century Measure
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Games

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Mother of Pearl and Sterling Silver Barware Appetizer Fork
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and well-made small mother of pearl and sterling silver barware of appetizer fork
Category

Late 20th Century American Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Pearl And Mother Of Pearl For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the pearl and mother of pearl you’re looking for. Frequently made of shell, mother-of-pearl and wood, every pearl and mother of pearl was constructed with great care. Find 3226 options for an antique or vintage pearl and mother of pearl now, or shop our selection of 220 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer pearl and mother of pearl, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A pearl and mother of pearl, designed in the Victorian, Art Deco or mid-century modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made pearl and mother of pearl over the years, but those crafted by Interi, Verner Panton and Jules Leleu are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Pearl And Mother Of Pearl?

A pearl and mother of pearl can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,495, while the lowest priced sells for $30 and the highest can go for as much as $398,500.
Questions About Pearl And Mother Of Pearl
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Korean mother of pearl is abalone shell that comes from the Republic of South Korea. There, artisans use the shimmering shell fragments to decorate wooden furniture and decorative objects using an inlay technique called najeonchilgi. Shop a variety of wood furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mother of pearl furniture is crafted with pieces of mother of pearl delicately inlaid in the wood. The wood itself is usually overlaid with veneers, often in a rich dark tone to complement the lighter appearance of the mother of pearl. Browse a collection of mother of pearl furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Mother of Pearl can be worn daily, in fact, the natural oils from your skin can help to retain the luster of your piece. However, avoiding excess cosmetics, perfumes or soaps is advisable for the optimal care of your Mother of Pearl. Shop a collection of Mother of Pearl pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mother of pearl inlay furniture is a chair, table or case good usually made out of wood and embellished with fragments of oyster or mussel shells called mother of pearl. Furniture makers make carvings into the furniture and then carefully add the cut mother of pearl. On 1stDibs, find a range of mother of pearl inlay furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mother of pearl spoons are made of nacre. Nacre, often referred to as mother of pearl, is a composite material that some mollusks produce as an inner shell layer. Nacre is the same material that pearls are made of. Spoons can be made entirely of mother of pearl, just the handle or additional ornamentation. Find a collection of vintage and contemporary mother of pearl spoons on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Yes, 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 ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    No, most experts say you shouldn't wear Van Cleef & Arpels mother-of-pearl jewelry or any other fine jewelry in the shower. Although water may not damage a piece, chemicals in soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and other toiletries may harm mother-of-pearl and precious metals. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    There 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    Pearls 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    No 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Coin 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Mikimoto 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    No, you generally shouldn't get Van Cleef & Arpels mother-of-pearl jewelry wet. Remove rings and bracelets containing mother-of-pearl before you wash your hands, and take off all mother-of-pearl jewelry before showering, bathing or swimming. You may also want to skip wearing your Van Cleef & Arpels mother-of-pearl pieces if you anticipate being outdoors in heavy rain. Find a wide range of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Baroque 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What 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, 2022
    Yes. 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Because 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.