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How can you tell a vintage pearl necklace?
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To determine whether a pearl necklace is modern or vintage, first look for signs of wear, such as blunted edges on the prongs. The pearls will likely have dull spots where they came into contact with skin. The clasp can clue you in, too. Lobster clasps appeared in the 1970s, while early 20th century clasps were generally safety-pin style or C-clasps. Modern necklaces typically have a spring-loaded clasp. Shop a selection of vintage pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Vintage Cultured Pearl necklace, 9k gold clasp, 1960s
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stunning vintage mid century cultured pearl, single strand necklace.
Lustrous cultured pearls
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Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
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Cultured Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Pearl Necklace with Jade and Diamond Clasp
Located in London, GB
Here we have a beautiful cultured pearl necklace. This vintage piece features a single strand of
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Jade, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Vintage Double Strand Pearl Necklace Sapphire Diamond Clasp
Located in Kendal, GB
A classy vintage pearl matinee necklace from the late 20th Century displaying two strands of
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Vintage 1960s European Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Baroque Pearl Necklace, Sterling Silver Clasp, Vintage, Collar
Located in Milford, DE
unique!
Baroque pearl choker-length necklace with a sterling silver clasp.
Each pearl is approximately
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20th Century North American Retro Choker Necklaces
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Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
Vintage Cultured Pearl Necklace with 9ct Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in London, GB
Vintage Cultured Pearl Necklace with 9ct Yellow Gold Clasp
This vintage-inspired necklace features
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Vintage 1960s British Art Deco More Necklaces
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Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold
Vintage Pearl Triple Row Necklace with Feature Clasp 1970s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Triple Pearl Necklace. Crafted with three wonderful strands of non-graduated glass faux
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