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What is a Biwa baroque pearl?

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What is a Biwa baroque pearl?
Baroque pearls are pearls with an irregular, non-spherical shape. They are sometimes called Biwa baroque pearls because of their discovery in Lake Biwa, Japan. Baroque pearls are coveted for their uniqueness as no two baroque pearls are alike. Baroque pearls are long and round with dips along the surface. Shop a wide range of baroque pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Biwa Pearl Birdie Stickpin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Charming Biwa Pearl Birdie on branch stickpin brooch, made from irregular biwa pearls with ruby
Category

Vintage 1950s American Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold

Abstract Biwa Pearl Centipede Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Charming, Abstract Biwa Pearl Centipede Brooch set in 14k gold with garnet set feet. Abstract
Category

Vintage 1960s American Artisan Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, 14k Gold

Vintage Biwa Pearl and Baroque Pearl Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
14 to 16mm. The size of the Biwa pearls varies from 30 to 37mm. The color of the pearls is silver
Category

20th Century Japanese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl

Yellow Gold Dyed Biwa Pearl Dangle Earrings
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Dyed Biwa Pearl Garnet Dangle Earrings. Custom lever-back earrings with four
Category

2010s American Retro Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Midcentury 18-Karat Yellow Gold Set with Diamonds and Biwa Pearls
Located in Beirut, LB
ring, made of 18 karat hammered gold with white Japanese Biwa pearls, set with brilliant-cut diamonds
Category

Vintage 1980s Lebanese Art Deco Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

"Gresha" 18 Karat Yellow Gold and South Sea Biwa Pearl Pendant
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18k yellow gold and south sea biwa pearl pendant. this piece is created to look like an accorn
Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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