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Cultured Pearl Necklace with White and Black Akoya Pearls
Located in Aspen, CO
Pearl necklace possessing both fine white pearls and black pearls. These pearls range in size from
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Exquisite Citrine, Ebony and Akoya Cultured Pearl Necklace
Located in Lucerne, CH
consisting of 172 round Akoya cultured pearls from 6.0 to 6.5 mm. The hook clasp is manufactured in 18 karat
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Late 20th Century Swiss Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Citrine, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Double Strand Akoya Pearl Necklace
Located in Southbury, CT
This double strand of cultured Akoya pearls was created in the 1950s and features exceptionally
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

Seaman Schepps Diamond, Pearl and Emerald Multi Strand 14 Karat Gold Bracelet
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
gemstones and bold design. Four strands of cultured Akoya pearls accented with natural emeralds fill the
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Mid-20th Century American Beaded Bracelets

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond & Ruby Multi-Strand Akoya Pearl Necklace
Located in Bloomington, MN
Glorious Diamond & Ruby Multi-Strand Akoya Pearl Necklace Experience the epitome of luxury with
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Mid-20th Century Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Frosty Baroque Akoya Pearls in 17" Two-Strand Necklace with Vintage Gold Clasp
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
We got these gorgeous and distinctive pearls at a trade show* in July of 2023. They're cultured
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2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Two-Strand Akoya Pearl Choker Necklace with Sapphire Spacers & 14K Diamond Clasp
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This versatile, sexy choker features two strands (16" and 15.5") of alternating Akoya cultured
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2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold,...

Ella Gafter Pearl Strand Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The 84” Japanese Akoya pearl necklace consists of 222 homogeneous round pearls (Pinctada Fucata) of
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Pearl, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Akoya Pearl Necklace, Circa 1970s
Located in Southbury, CT
This triple-strand cultured Akoya pearl necklace hails from the glamorous early 1970s. Think
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Pearl, 14k Gold

Akoya Pearl Necklace, Circa 1970s
Akoya Pearl Necklace, Circa 1970s
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Ella Gafter Long Multistrand Japanese Akoya Pearl Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The 86” Japanese pearl necklace consists of 251 homogeneous round Japanese Akoya pearls (Pinctada
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Four-Strand Pearl Diamond Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The high-class pearl and diamond necklace consists of a set of 4 independent strands for a total of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold White Akoya Pearl Adjustable Magnetic Choker Necklace Bracelet
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
18K White Gold White Akoya Pearl Adjustable Magnetic Choker Necklace Bracelet 18K White gold Akoya
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2010s American Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

White and Black Akoya Pearls w/ a fancy white gold clasp/pendant, Contemporary
Located in Aspen, CO
Fine Pearl Necklace possessing both fine white pearls and black pearls. These pearls range in size
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, White Gold

Antique Akoya Pearls with Tourmalines and Black Enamel in 18K Yellow Gold
By Andrew Glassford
Located in Dallas, TX
Estate Japanese Cultured Akoya Pearls meet a Modern styling in the Museum Series necklace by Andrew
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, Tourmaline, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Three Color Multi Strand Pearl Necklace w 14K Gold Ball Charm Clasp
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Classic creamy white, soft blush pink and hues of gray iridescent Akoya pearl strands create a
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Vintage 1970s Japanese Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Impressive Diamond & Pearl Bracelet Set in Platinum Retailed by David R. Balogh
Located in Brisbane, QLD
stem four strands of cultured akoya pearls with platinum and diamond separators between each. The piece
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Bracelets

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Gilin Premier Akoya Cultured Pearl Strand
By GILIN
Located in Central, HK
This elegant Akoya graduate cultured pearl strand, consisting of 47 pieces 8.5-9mm Akoya pearls, is
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21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl

Fine Akoya Cultured Pearl Long Strand
Located in Aspen, CO
Japanese Akoya cultured strand, 32 inches in length, with 112 pearls and finished with a 14K clasp
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary More Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

Ella Gafter Pearl Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The 75” Japanese Akoya pearl necklace consists of 205 round pearls (Pinctada Fucata) of 8.5/9mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Pearl, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Pearl Necklace
Ella Gafter Pearl Necklace
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Ella Gafter Pearl Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The 100” Japanese Akoya pearl necklace consists of 310 homogeneous round pearls (Pinctada Fucata
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

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White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Pearl Necklace
Ella Gafter Pearl Necklace
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Ella Gafter Japanese Pearl Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The 85” Japanese Akoya pearl necklace consists of 252 homogeneous round Japanese Akoya pearls
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

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White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Long Pearl Multistrand Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The 104” Japanese Akoya pearl necklace consists of 302 homogeneous round pearls (Pinctada Fucata
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21st Century and Contemporary Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Pearl, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Long Multistrand Pearl Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The 102” Japanese Akoya pearl necklace consists of 282 round pearls (Pinctada Fucata) of 8.5/9mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Japanese Long Multistrand Pearl Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The 66” Japanese Akoya pearl necklace consists of 189 round pearls (Pinctada Fucata) of 8.5/9mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mikimoto Akoya Cultured Pearl Strand Necklace 18K
By Mikimoto
Located in Honolulu, HI
rigorous selection process, culling the very best quality pearls. This 18” Akoya cultured pearl strand
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Akoya Cultured Pearl Diamond Gold Multi-Strand Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
Pearl and diamond multi-strand bracelet. 3 rows of Akoya cultured pearls separated by 3, 14k white
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Mid-20th Century More Bracelets

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Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Double Strand Akoya Cultured Pearl Station Bracelet in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
gold. The bracelet features a double strand of lustrous pearls, each one meticulously selected for its
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Bracelets

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cultured Akoya Pearl Strand Necklace Opera Length with Diamond Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Cultured Akoya Pearl Strand Necklace Opera Length 34" With Diamond Clasp This marvelous
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold

Mikimoto Akoya Cultured Pearl Strand Bead Chain Necklace - 18K Yellow Gold Clasp
By Mikimoto
Located in Houston, TX
pearls: Origin: Japanese Pearl Type: Akoya Cultured Measurements: Ranging from 6.50mm to 7.00mm in
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Chain Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ella Gafter Japanese Akoya Strand Pearl Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The 88” Japanese Akoya pearl necklace consists of 270 homogeneous round pearls (Pinctada Fucata) of
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Artist Rope Necklaces

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Pearl, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cultured Pearl Strand with Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in Dallas, TX
18K Yellow Gold Clasp on 35 inches of Pearls. These Akoya Cultured Pearls are 35 inches long.
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern More Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold

Double Strand Akoya Pearl Necklace, Germany
Located in Southbury, CT
A double strand of huge, luxurious warm-toned cultured Akoya pearls -what a treasure! The most
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Mid-20th Century German Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, 9k Gold

Diamond Akoya Pearl Necklace 14k Gold 2-Strand Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Akoya Pearl Diamond Necklace 8 mm 14k Gold 2-Strand Certified $9,750 010928 This is a
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2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Akoya Pearl 14 Karat 2-Strand Necklace Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Akoya Pearl Diamond Necklace 8 mm 14k Gold 2-Strand Certified $9,750 010933 This is a
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2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Akoya Pearl 2-Strand Necklace 14k Gold Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Akoya Pearl Diamond Double Strand Necklace 14k Gold 18" 7.5 mm Certified $9,750 116393
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2010s American Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fine Akoya Pearl 14 Karat Triple-Strand Necklace Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002 FREE PRIORITY SHIPPING DETAILS Fine Quality Japanese Akoya Pearl Triple Strand
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2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Midcentury Pearl Necklace with Jade Clasp Luxury Cultured Akoya Pearls
Located in Southbury, CT
. The creamy-white -almost golden- pearls average a luxurious 8.9mm in size -cultured Akoya pearls over
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Mid-20th Century Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold

Mikimoto 8mm Golden Akoya Pearl Necklace 17" Strand Estate Fine Jewelry
By Mikimoto
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant Mikimoto cultured Akoya pearl necklace finished with a 18k yellow gold clasp (circa 2003
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold Round Freshwater Akoya Cultured AAA+ Quality Pearl Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
. These high luster Akoya cultured pearls are white with pink overtones and are perfectly round. Each
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Double Strand Bracelet 14k Gold
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Double Strand Bracelet 6.5" 14k Gold 5.5 mm M308 Double
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1990s Japanese Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Pearl Necklace Art Deco Circa 1940s Cultured Akoya Pearls Diamond/Gold Clasp
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
109 gleaming and luminous cultured Akoya pearls form this magnificent Art Deco-era necklace. The
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Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Double Strand Cultured Pearl Necklace with Diamond Clasp, French Art Deco; GIA
Located in Southbury, CT
. Composed of 155 creamy white graduated cultured Akoya pearls. measuring from 3mm to just above 8mm, this
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Strand Link Bracelet - 18K Yellow Gold Clasp
By Mikimoto
Located in Houston, TX
-two (22) circled round Japanese Akoya cultured pearls: Origin: Japanese Pearl Type: Akoya Cultured
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Link Bracelets

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cultured Pearl Long Fine Strand Completed with an 18K White Gold Clasp
Located in Aspen, CO
Cultured pearl double strand with a very long length of 52.5 inches. There are 152 well matched
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, White Gold

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl 2 Strand Bracelet 7.625" 5.85 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl 2 Strand Bracelet 7 5/8 inch 5.85 mm M341 Double Strand
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1990s Japanese Beaded Bracelets

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Pearl, Sterling Silver

Marianne Ostier 3 Strands Akoya Pearl Diamond White Gold Bracelet
By Marianne Ostier
Located in Austin, TX
A beautiful Marianne Ostier branded mid century 3 strands Akoya cultured pearl bracelet with
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Vintage 1950s American Modern Beaded Bracelets

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Diamond, Pearl, White Gold, 14k Gold

Akoya Pearl Double Strand Necklace with Gold & Diamond Clasp Pristine Midcentury
Located in Southbury, CT
This 16" strand of vintage cultured Akoya pearls features large and luminous pearls. 8.31mm, 8.24mm
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold

Three-Strand Akoya Pearl Choker with Diamond Bar Accents in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
rows of 6mm - 6.5mm Akoya cultured pearls. Eight separator plates of 18 karat yellow gold are spaced
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1990s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold,...

Vintage Cultured Akoya Pearl Necklace Length 18" , 18 Karat White Gold Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Cultured Akoya Pearl Strand Necklace Length 18" With 18Kt white Gold Clasp matching
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

French 1950s Akoya Pearl Choker Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
This pearl necklace is composed of a strand of Japanese cultured pearls which are held together by
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cultured Japanese Pearl Strand with 18K Gold Unique Versatile Double Clasp LV
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
Add a fresh touch to your favorite pearl look with this strand! Your stylish friend will want to
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Gold Cultured Akoya Pearl 7 Inch Bracelet 0.35 Carat Natural Diamond Clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A magnificent four strand cultured Akoya pearl bracelet, Circa 1980. Each of the 80 pearls measure
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Vintage 1980s North American Retro Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Akoya Pearl Necklace Vintage 1970s Ming's
Located in Southbury, CT
cultured Akoya pearls, a strand of Ming's Akoya pearls may not be for you. But if you prefer a more natural
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Akoya Pearl Necklace 14 Karat Gold Large Italy Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
SELLER SINCE 2002‼️ FREE PRIORITY SHIPPING!! DETAILS 10 Fine Quality Japanese Akoya Pearl total on
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2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

16mm South Sea Pearl and Diamond Pendant with Double Strand Pearl Necklace
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
with a 48-inch double strand of 3mm Akoya saltwater pearls! The pendant features a very large 16mm
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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

Pearl Necklace with Metallic Luster Are Cultured Chinese Freshwater Pearls
Located in Southbury, CT
cultured Akoya saltwater pearls have been the gold standard for cultured pearls. But our tastes have
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Silver

Bespoke Three-Row Akoya Pearl Necklace with Diamond and Sapphire Clasp
Located in London, GB
Elegant and iridescent, this timeless Akoya pearl three strand necklace combines elegance with a
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2010s British Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Akoya Pearl & Necklace Diamond Clasp 9mm Luxury Size Pearls, circa 1980s
Located in Southbury, CT
-9.4mm round cultured Akoya pearls and finished with an 18K white gold beaded ball clasp which glitters
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20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Princess Length 7mm Akoya Pearl Necklace with Vintage White Gold & Diamond Clasp
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
getting the real thing. He also makes his own strands, buying thousands of loose pearls and assembling
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2010s North American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

White Akoya Pearl Necklace with 2-Tone Interlocking Spiral
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
shapes, cultured Akoya pearls have a reputation for near-perfect matching. Akoya pearl strands will
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

White Akoya Pearl Necklace with 2-Tone Interlocking Spiral
White Akoya Pearl Necklace with 2-Tone Interlocking Spiral
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Strand Of Cultured Akoya Pearls For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of strand of cultured akoya pearls for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, 14k gold and 18k gold — can elevate any look. Our selection of items includes 152 vintage examples as well as 109 contemporary versions. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. Pieces in our collection of strand of cultured akoya pearls made by modern jewelers — as well as those associated with contemporary — are very popular. Mikimoto, Ella Gafter and Eytan Brandes each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. A selection of round cut, bead and brilliant cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of strand of cultured akoya pearls, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Strand Of Cultured Akoya Pearls?

Prices for strand of cultured akoya pearls start at $179 and top out at $144,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $3,595.

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. 

Questions About Strand Of Cultured Akoya Pearls
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Akoya cultured pearls are pearls that come from Pinctada fucata martensii oysters. These molluscs are commonly referred to as Akoya oysters, accounting for the name of the pearls. The word “cultured” means that the pearls are real but were produced by oysters with the help of human intervention. Cultured pearls are very common, as naturally occurring pearls are extremely rare. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of pearl jewelry.