Marcus Natural Pearl, Diamond and Platinum Necklace, Circa 1920
By Marcus & Co.
Located in London, GB
A Marcus natural pearl, diamond and platinum pendant necklace.
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Natural Pearl and Diamond Tiara/Necklace/Bracelet, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Natural pearl and diamond tiara/necklace/bracelet.
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Cartier natural pearl and diamond pendant, American, circa 1920.
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier natural pearl and diamond pendant. Set to centre with a round natural pearl in a open back half-drilled setting, approximately 4.5mm x 4.5mm, framed by 40 round natural pearl...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
$3,998Sale Price|20% Off
JACQUES KREISLER & CO. 1920 Deco Platinum Necklace 18Kt White Gold With Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Country: New York City, United States. Period: Art-deco, 1920. Pearls: Mounted with 7 round white pearls of 5 mm.
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Antique Natural Pearl and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Colour: G, Clarity: SI Necklace Length: 14.5 inches Necklace Width: 6mm Tested As: Platinum Period: Circa. 1920 Box: Plain Gift Box
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Cartier Natural Pearl Double Strand Necklace 24 inches - GIA
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Cartier Natural Pearl Double Strand Necklace 24 inches - GIA. This gorgeous Art Deco Cartier natural pearl double strand necklace's clasp is crafted in pla...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Art Deco Natural Seed Pearl, Onyx and Rock Crystal Necklace
Located in Braintree, GB
A fine Art Deco necklace composed of natural seed pearls interspersed with polished onyx batons and faceted rock crystal rondelle spacers. The geometric arrangement is highly charact...
$4,118Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Circa 1920s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 9 grams. Totally is brilliant cut diamond and rose cut diamond totally 1.25 carat. The diamond is has G-H-J-I color and vvs-s1 clarity. Total...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
French 1928 Boucheron Diamonds Fine Pearls Necklace
By Boucheron
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace consisting of 4 rows of round pearls white orient, in fall. Two platinum spacers with openwork floral designs are set with rose-cut and antique brilliant-cut diamonds, all i...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold...
$7,160Sale Price|20% Off
Gubelin 1920 Art Deco Necklace Enameled Watch In Platinum With European Diamonds
By Gubelin Lucerne
Located in Miami, FL
Convertible necklace pendant clock, designed by Gübelin. Very rare pendant watch necklace, created in Switzerland during the art deco period by Eduard Jakob Gübelin for Gübelin & Co...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum, Enamel
Antique 1920s Seed Pearl and 1.11 Carat Diamond and Platinum Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique seed pearl, 1.11 carat diamond and platinum pendant on a vintage pearl and 14 karat white gold chain; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This stunni...
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
1920s Diamond Fine Pearl Platinum Pendant and 18 Karat White Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in platinum and chain in 18 karat white gold, eagle head hallmark. This delightful antique jewel features a fine geometric chain with a spring-ring clasp. Suspended from it i...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold...
Antique Austrian Set natural 12 ctw. Emerald Seed Pearls Gilt Silver / 55.7gr
Located in SE
Combination of Gilt Silver, natural Emeralds and natural River Pearls accented with Black Enamel.
Pearl, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Miriam Haskell Hess Shell Glass Faux Pearl Crystal Silver Art Deco Sautoir
By Frank Hess for Miriam Haskell
Located in Chicago, IL
In the late 1920s during the Art-Deco period, this Miriam Haskell white mostly glass-beaded sautoir was created in New York City by her first designer Frank Hess. This uniquely hand-...
Crystal, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Coral, Silver
1925 Art Deco 14k Yellow Gold Hand Carved 3 Color Shell Cameo Pin/Pendant
Located in Lexington, KY
This pin/pendant comes from the 1925 Art Deco period and features a large, hand carved, natural shell cameo with 3 colors of shell, made with 14k yellow gold. This pin is 6.0 x 3.6 c...
Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1920s Platinum Chain Mother of Pearl Natural Pearls Medal
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant and its chain in platinum dog head hallmark. This beautiful antique medal represents the left profile of a woman, engraved on mother-of-pearl, her hair raised with a bouquet ...
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
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Natural Pearl Necklace
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and elegant natural pearl necklace with an emerald and old cut diamond clasp. It comes with a certificate.
Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Silver
Unavailable
Art Deco Natural Pearls Necklace
Located in Paris, FR
Antique Art Deco necklace set with one rank of natural pearls. Sold with a LFG laboratory certificate (all pearls are natural exept one which is cultured).
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Rene Boivin Natural Pearl and Diamond Necklace
By René Boivin
Located in Greenwich, CT
Estate Jewelry Curated by Parulina- Rene Boivin Natural Pearl Necklace. This beautiful piece is centered around a gorgeous 14mmx9.7mm Natural Pearl with approximately 6ct of Diamond ...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
1920s Natural Pearl, Platinum and Diamond Necklace
Located in San Francisco, CA
Radiant and ravishing. This truly exquisite necklace, hailing from the peak of the Art Deco period - circa 1925, although unsigned, is worthy of the finest jewelry houses. Centering ...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
1920's Art Deco Triple Strand Pearl Necklace with Antique Diamond Clasp
Located in London, GB
Art deco triple strand pearl necklace with an antique diamond clasp containing approximately 2carats of old cut diamonds. Circa: 1920
White Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s Spectacular Art Deco Natural Pearl Diamond Platinum Necklace - GIA
Located in San Francisco, CA
Radiant and ravishing. This truly exquisite necklace, hailing from the peak of the Art Deco period - circa 1925, although unsigned, is worthy of the finest jewelry houses. Centering ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Pearl Aquamarine Choker Necklace Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
Estate Art Deco Platinum 51.5 CTW Diamond Pearl Aquamarine Choker Necklace Brooch 53.8 Grams The Necklace Contains One Oval Cut Natural Aquamarine Measuring 35mm x 18mm x 14.5mm, W...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Art Deco Jade and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful intricate art deco jade necklace. The necklace is also comprised of old mine cut diamonds , small pearls and enamel.
Diamond, Jade, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Raymond Yard, An Art Deco Seed Pearl and Diamond Sautoir
By Raymond C. Yard
Located in New York, NY
Raymond Yard: An Art Deco Seed Pearl and Diamond Sautoir, suspending a multi-strand seed pearl tassel, from an old mine-cut diamond cap and a line of pearl and bezel-set diamonds, to...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Conch Pearl, Natural Pearl and Diamond Necklace, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Conch Pearl, natural pearl and diamond necklace. Set with one drop shape natural conch pearl in a closed back part drilled setting, approximately 5.6-7.4 x 9.5-10.5mm and one drop sh...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
1920 Art Deco 14K White Gold Natural Pearl and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a stunning pendant necklace dating to the 1920s crafted in 14K white gold that showcases a stunning collection of sparkling white diamonds and a beautiful natural pearl. With...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Necklace of Platinum, Diamond, Natural Pearl & Fancy cut Onyx, c. 1920
Located in Aspen, CO
Art Deco Platinum, Diamond, Onyx and Natural Pearl Pendant Necklace, c. 1920. The fancy cut onyx which were cut precisely for this exquisite antique pendant are rimmed with 74 Europe...
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Vintage Natural Pearl and Old Cut Diamond Necklace
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage natural pearl and old cut diamond necklace set in 14k gold and platinum. The piece features seven natural pearls and 46 old cut sparkly diamonds! The necklace cu...
Diamond, Natural Pearl
Van Cleef & Arpels GIA Natural Pearl Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels, a long rich history of trend setting fashion that is still relevant today. GIA states the necklace has been designed with ninety-eight natural salt water pearls t...
Emerald, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Art Deco Natural Pearl Diamond Platinum Negligee Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in platinum, punch dog's head. Called a negligee necklace, this delicate piece of antique jewellery consists of a fine platinum chain held at the front by an oval design ...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Sold
W 10.63 in L 24.93 in
Art Deco GIA Certified Natural Salt Water Pearl Necklace Diamond Watch Pendant
Located in Flushing, NY
Art Deco GIA Certified Natural Salt Water Pearl Necklace Diamond Watch Fob Pendant Circa: 1920s - Art Deco Period A Fine Double Strand Natural Salt-Water Pearl Necklace mounted wit...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Art Nouveau Natural Pearl Gold Link Necklace
Located in Napoli, NA
A 18K yellow gold necklace with a twisted rope design set with natural pearls.
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Natural Saltwater Pearl and Diamond Necklace, 1920s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A natural saltwater pearl necklace with a diamond clasp, ca. 1920s. The Art Deco pearl necklace consists of 100 natural saltwater pearls ranging from 2.15mm - 5.35mm - accompanied by...
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Natural Saltwater Pearl Strand Necklace with Diamond & Platinum Clasp
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classy and timeless pearl strand finished with diamond and platinum clasp. Features sixty one natural saltwater pearl. Originally the pearls were in a different necklace that was res...
Natural Pearl, White Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Natural Akoya Pearl Old Euro Diamond Clasp Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Natural Akoya Pearl Old Euro Diamond Clasp Necklace. This incredible strand of pearls have natural akoya pearls and a platinum clasp that has old ...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
French Art Deco Diamond Natural Pearl Emerald Sapphire Platinum Sautoir Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A natural seed pearl linked chain terminating in two rose cut diamond accented loops that screw securely shut around a central open bar station of platinum millegrain accented by ros...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire,...
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W 0.32 in D 1.57 in L 20 in
1920s Single Strand Pearl and 0.37 Carat Diamond Necklace with Palladium Clasp
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive single strand natural pearl necklace with a palladium and 0.37 carat diamond set clasp; part of our diverse antique jewellery collections This fine and impress...
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Palladium
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H 0.2 in Dm 0.31 in L 17.95 in
1920s Natural Pearl and 1.70 Carat Diamond 21k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Condition This impressive 1920s pearl necklace is fine quality, set with eighty-five graduating natural pearls displaying fine colour and lustre.
Diamond, Natural Pearl, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Jugendstil 14 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Pearl Austrian Garnet Pendant
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a beautiful Jugendstil pendant in 14k yellow gold featuring a gorgeous natural pearl and a stunning cluster of red garnets. The delicate pendant has a circular frame in which...
Garnet, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pearl and Diamond Choker Necklace and Bracelet Set, Topaz Center
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Art Deco, 18 karat white gold, pearl, blue topaz and diamond collar necklace and bracelet set. The necklace has an estimated 7.00 carats total weight in diamonds, 20.00 + carat natur...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Platinum Seed Pearl Enamel Pocket Watch Pendant Necklace, 1920s
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An elegant and chic Cartier Art Deco Platinum, Enamel and Seed Pearl Watch Pendant Necklace, suspending a platinum pocket watch, to the seed pearl, white enamel long chain, dial sign...
Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Nouveau Choker Pendant Natural Pearls Old-mine Diamonds, 1925
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Art Nouveau Choker Pendant Natural Pearls Old-mine Diamonds. Such a delicate Art Nouveau Choker with Natural Pearls and Old-mine Diamonds. Created around the 1920es, the “roaring twe...
Diamond, Natural Pearl
Art Deco Onyx Seed Pearl 14 Karat White Gold Tassel Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
With ten seed pearl tassels, each terminating in a seed pearl and round onyx bead With a polished millegrain and decorative cap On a long and short cable style chain with graduated...
Onyx, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
The pearl has been synonymous with ladylike elegance since the Tudor period — learn what to look for when shopping for vintage and antique pearl jewelry as well as how to tell the origin of a pearl with our handy primer.
Every woman at some point in her life desires a simple strand of pearls. They are elegant, timeless, versatile — just ask Coco Chanel or Jacqueline Kennedy — and valuable. In 1917, Pierre Cartier famously traded a double-strand of natural pearls for a Fifth Avenue mansion, the Cartier brand’s flagship store ever since. And if you were born in the beginning of summer, pearl is the June birthstone.
It is possible to tell where a pearl originated from its appearance. Akoyas are usually round and white — the classic pearl, if you will. South Sea pearls are normally larger and vary in color; orangey yellow ones are not uncommon. Tahitian pearls are mostly black but can also be gray or brown, and between the Akoya and the South Sea varieties in size. Freshwater pearls, or Orientals, run the gamut in terms of color and size, but in shape, they tend to resemble Rice Krispies. Another important distinction is a round pearl versus a baroque pearl. A round pearl is self-explanatory, but there are two types of baroque pearls: symmetrical and asymmetrical. In general, the symmetrical variation commands a higher valuation. Within a strand of pearls, uniformity is prized — the more the individual pearls resemble one another, the more valuable the strand.
According to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), the earliest recorded mention of a pearl was in 2206 BC by a Chinese historian. Centuries later, Christopher Columbus made it a point to visit pearl fisheries during his 15th-century exploration of the Caribbean. Since the late-19th century, the Japanese have been at the forefront of cultivating pearls, when jeweler Kokichi Mikimoto successfully cultured the world’s first pearl in 1893.
On 1stDibs, find vintage and antique pearl necklaces, pearl earrings and other accessories.
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
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