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How can I tell if a pearl is real?
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To 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.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Tiffany &Co. Platinum Akoya Cultured Pearl Floral Diamond Choker Necklace 1994
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
An exceptional Tiffany & Co. design showcasing timeless elegance and sophistication. This exquisite 14-inch choker features four strands of lustrous cultured pearls measuring 4–4.5 m...
Category
1990s American Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Pearl Strand Necklace Platinum 85% Clasp Diamond 14k 20"
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Northbrook, IL
Here we have a stunning Tiffany & Co. pearl necklace with diamond accents in 14k gold and platinum. The female end of the clasp contains approximately 85% platinum, with the remainin...
Category
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Pearl Dragonfly Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
A delicate design by Tiffany & Co., celebrating nature’s elegance. The necklace features luminous cultured pearl stations along a fine white gold cable link chain, leading to a diamo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18k Gold Clasp Inlaid Mother Of Pearl Multi Strand Bead Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Montclair, NJ
- Stone(s):-
Numerous Mother Of Pearls - Round Bead Shape - White Color - 5.8mm each (approx.)
Numerous Mother Of Pearls - Custom Cut - Inlaid Set
Material: String w/ 18k Yellow Gol...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Sterling Silver Baroque Pearl Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Pearl Necklace, a timeless piece that blends the elegance of luminous pearls with the refined simplicity of sterling silver. Each pearl is carefully cho...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 18K Mother of Pearl Pendant Necklace #23011
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver and 18K Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Pendant Necklace-
This elegant piece by Tiffany & Co. features luminous mother of pearl set in a sterling and 18K y...
Category
20th Century Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver


