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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 Seed Pearl Trace Link Necklace, 17 3/4 inches
Located in Brighton, GB
Platinum Pearl Necklace Platinum Circa 1910 This exquisite necklace is a timeless piece. Featuring a beaded chain of platinum links and seed pearls, creating a harmonious blend of...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Platinum

Antique 15ct Gold, Edwardian Diamond & Seed Pearl Crescent Star Brooch / Pendent
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Star Brooch 15ct Yellow Gold Circa 1910 * The chain is sold separately Embrace the elegance of the Edwardian era with this exquisite 15ct yellow gold star brooch/pendant...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Aria Jewelry Design 19-Inch White Pearl and Cloisonné Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
This beautiful 19‑inch necklace features double‑shine white pearls measuring approximately 9x7mm, each one offering a soft luster that feels both classic and fresh. The strand is acc...
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Mixed Metal

Antique 1920s Art Deco Sapphire, Diamond and Pearl Enamel Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Brooch Platinum & Gold Circa 1920s A striking Art Deco brooch crafted in platinum and gold, centred on a deep blue rectangular sapphire framed by crisp white enamel. T...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Enamel

Antique Diamond Carved Onyx Scallop Pearl 18K Yellow Gold Enamel Locket Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite, rare antique diamond, carved onyx, pearl, enamel and 18K yellow gold locket in the form of a scallop with a precious pearl 19th Century The scallop and precious pearl moti...
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Antique Late 19th Century Romantic Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique 18ct Gold, Victorian Ruby & Pearl Ring, Circa 1880
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ruby Pearl Ring 18ct Gold Gorgeous Victorian Ruby Pearl Cluster Ring set with one oval ruby centre measuring approx 6mm x 4mm surrounded by eight Pearls. Width of ring ap...
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

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