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What does a real pearl look like?

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What does a real pearl look like?
What a real pearl looks like can vary. However, real pearls typically have a noticeable luster and may be white, cream, pink, purple or gray. Their surfaces often have variations in texture, such as small bumps or grooves, due to their natural origins. No two pearls will be completely identical in color, shape and texture. If you have a piece of jewelry with completely uniform pearls, it is unlikely to feature real pearls. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of pearl jewelry.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
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Antique Platinum Edwardian Aquamarine, Diamond & Pearl Teardrop Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Aquamarine Necklace Platinum Stamped PT950 (New) Circa 1910 This exquisite Edwardian necklace showcases a stunning oval-shaped faceted aquamarine adorned with sparkling d...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Pearl and Sterling Silver Multi-Strand Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a baroque pearl triple strand necklace. We created it with up to 12 mm silver gray tone pearls. It is decorated with some scattered stardust sterling beads and a 20mm sterlin...
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2010s American Regency Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Pearl, Sterling Silver

14k Yellow Gold Hand Carved Art Deco Mother of Pearl Ring size 6.75
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a unique diamond ring. It has a hand carved Art Deco Mother of Pearl stone that was fitted perfectly to this 14k Yellow Gold Band. It's just a very cool design. One-of-a-...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Freshwater Post Pearl Dangle Earrings
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a classic pair of pearl earrings. The pearls are 6 mm round. The post of the earrings is marked "14k". They have a butterfly backs which are marked "14k". They are 20 mm ...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Stud Earrings

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Ruby, Diamond & Pearl Marquise Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Marquise Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1900 Exquisite in design, this 18ct yellow gold Edwardian ring showcases a stunning marquise-shaped centrepiece featuring a natural ...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian Aquamarine & Pearl Pendulum Drop Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Aquamarine Pendant 9ct Rose Gold Circa 1910 THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY. Step back in time with this exquisite 9ct rose gold pendant from the Edwardian era, showcasing ...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

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