1950’s Platinum Pearl Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
1950's Platinum Weight 13.4g Diamond Approx. 2.42ct. Measurements: 1.66in x 0.46in Pearls can
Vintage 1950s Retro Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
1950’s Platinum Pearl Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
1950's Platinum Weight 13.4g Diamond Approx. 2.42ct. Measurements: 1.66in x 0.46in Pearls can
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
1950s Diamond Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in South Pasadena, CA
1950s diamond pearl white gold drop earrings. In the glamorous era of the 1950s, women adorned
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Pearl and Diamond Earrings, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the 1950s, these delightful earrings are crafted in 18 carat yellow gold. At the centre
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Star Ruby Sapphire Pearl Diamond Tutti Frutti 1950's Clip Post Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Wonderful large, yet secure clip post mid-century 1950's earrings in 14k white gold and set with
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Star Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1950s Pearl Drop Diamond 14k White Gold Earrings
Located in South Pasadena, CA
1950s Pearl Drop Diamond 14k White Gold Earrings. The Pearl Drop and Diamond 14k White Gold
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
1950s Diamond Pearl White Gold Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive pair of vintage 0.18 carat diamond and pearl, 9 karat white gold earrings
Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, White Gold
1950's Diamond Swirl Pearl 14 Karat White Gold Screw Clip Vintage Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
These elegant 14 karat white gold Pearl & Diamond Swirl Earclip Earrings feature a luminous 8.0
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Cultured Pearl Diamond White Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
round cut diamonds. The earrings have a curved multi-strand design that emanates from the feature pearl
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Tahitian Pearl and 4.70 Carat Diamond Bow Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
earrings feature 2 Round Brilliant cut center Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 0.70 carats, 124
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Pearl and 13.50 Carat Diamond Flower Earrings
Located in New York, NY
cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 13.50 carats. Signed by Ella Gem Circa 1950s 1 3/8 x 1
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Pair of Vintage 18kt White Gold Pearl and Diamond Dangle Earrings, Italy 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of vintage earrings with 18 karat white gold, 8mm pearls and brilliant diamonds, Italy 1950s
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s 1.27 Carat Diamond Pearl White Gold Earring and Necklace Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
. This stunning, fine and impressive diamond and pearl earring and necklace set has been crafted in 18k
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pair of Vintage 18kt White Gold Daisy Earrings with Pearls & Diamonds, 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of vintage 18 karat white gold earrings with 10mm pearls and brilliant diamonds forming a
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
$6,010 / set
W 0.79 in L 0.99 in
Pair of Vintage 18K White Gold Crown Earrings with Pearls and Diamonds, 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of vintage crown 18 karat white gold earrings with pearls and brilliant diamonds in Pave
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Salt & Pepper Peal Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
well as Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of 9.34 carats. Circa 1950s The dangles are
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
1950's Pearl & Diamond Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Stunning White Gold Estate Pearl and Diamond Sunburst Drop Earrings. Pearls measure 7.5mm and 8mm
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
OSTIER 1950's Gold, Diamond and Pearl Drop Earrings
By Marianne Ostier
Located in Southampton, NY
These rare Marianne Ostier drop earrings feature a creamy white 9 mm. pearl dangling from an
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
Gemolithos Natural Pearl and Diamond Earrings, 1950s
Located in Munich, DE
A natural pearl and diamond pair of earrings set in platinum, circa 1950´s. Pearl report #10975
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Gemolithos Beautiful Natural Pearl and Diamond Earrings, 1950s
Located in Munich, DE
A Beautiful natural pearl and diamond pair of earrings set in platinum, circa 1950´s. Pearl report
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
1950s Carved Mother-of-Pearl, Ruby and Diamond Earrings
Located in Carmel, CA
A lovely pair of earrings with carved white and black mother of pearl, 1.00 total carats of rubies
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mabe Pearl, Diamonds and Rubies Earrings from 1950s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Stunning elegant earrings from 1950’s. Feature two mabe pearls framed in elegant diamonds and
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Platinum
Magnificent 1950s Diamond Round Pearl Platinum Earclips
Located in Napoli, IT
wire of Diamonds crowned by round saltwater Japanese Pearls of 9.5 mm. Daimonds are 7.00 Ct all
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Italian 18 Karat Gold Diamonds Pearls Necklace and Earrings Set
Located in London, GB
", Earrings 1 6/8" by 1 1/8", Pearls 10.5mm. Date and Origin: Circa 1950 Italy. Weight: 57.3 grams. Carats of
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950's Pearl, Diamond & White Gold Handmade Day & Night Earrings
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
This pair of 1950's earrings is a sophisticated incorporation of mixed cut diamonds accented by an
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s Platinum Diamond and Pearl Handmade Earrings
Located in Wailea, HI
1950's Platinum Diamond and Pearl Handmade Earrings Twelve Round Pearls Center Pearls 7.9 mm One
White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Sold
H 0.93 in W 0.66 in
Vintage 1950's White Gold Pearl & 0.26ctw Diamond Leaf Foliage Omega Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (6) Genuine Cultured Pearls - Round Shape - White Color w/ Light Pink Overtone - Good
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, White Gold
1950s Platinum and Gold Pearl and Diamond Earrings
Located in Wailea, HI
1950's Platinum and Gold Pearl and Diamond Earrings Two Round Pearls 8.4 mm Two Round Pearls 7.1 mm
Pearl, Platinum
Modernist 1950s Cultured Pearl Diamond Gold Earrings
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Modernist 1950s Cultured Pearl Diamond Gold Earrings Modernist cultured pearl and diamond swinging
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond and Pearl Earrings in Platinum, circa 1950s
Located in Wailea, HI
Diamond and Pearl Earrings in Platinum Circa 1950's Thirty Two Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds
White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
1950s Cartier Monture Pearl Diamond Gold Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Elegant and timeless earrings featuring two beautiful pearls and two old cushion cut diamonds
South Sea Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Pearl and Diamond Earrings, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
Centred around a pair of lustrous pearls, this pair of vintage earrings are simply stunning. Each
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
1950s Cultured Pearl and Diamond Platinum Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning pair of vintage cultured pearl and 0.64 carat diamond, platinum drop earrings; part of
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Pierre Sterle Paris 1950s Mabe Pearl Diamond White Gold Earrings
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Stunning elegant earrings created by Pierre Sterle in Paris in the 1950's. Feature two mobe pearls
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950's Diamond Black Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Vintage Leverback Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
pearls and 10 marquise-cut diamonds totaling 1.50 carats. The diamonds, graded I-J color and VS clarity
Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950's South Sea Pearl Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ear-Clip Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Ear-clip earrings feature substantial 14.1 mm round South Sea Pearls Well-matched white body color
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Pearl and Diamond Earrings circa 1950s 1.00 Carat
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Wailea, HI
Tiffany and Co. Pearl and Diamond Earrings Circa 1950's 1.00 carats Seventy Two Round Cut Diamonds
White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage Pearl and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Drop Earrings, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
lever back. The earrings measure 1.8 inches in length and weigh 5.3 grams each. Circa 1950's.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950's Mid-Century Cultured Pearl Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ear-Clip Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a sinuous S curve accented by round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing in total
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14kt Pearl Trilogy 1950s Screw Back Earrings
Located in Towson, MD
the pearl trilogy is set off with a bit of sparkle with diamonds. The "stems" also contain diamonds so
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
1950's Mid-Century South Sea Pearl 3.00 Carats Diamond Platinum Vintage Ear-Clip
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Ear-clips are stylized chestnut forms centering 12.0 mm South Sea pearls. Very well matched in
Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
1950's Mid-Century 9.50 CTW Emerald Diamond Sapphire Ruby Pearl Platinum 14 Kara
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Ear-clips feature clustered gemstone cabochons with rose and old mine cut diamond accents. Pearls
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
Japanese 1950s Akoya Pearl and Diamond Lever-Back Earrings in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of Japanese Akoya pearl and diamond earrings circa 1950-1960, in 18K white gold, made in the
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cultured Pearl and Diamond Platinum and White Gold Clip-On Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
and showcases each stone. Condition These 1950s pearl and diamond earrings are exceptional quality
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
1950's Diamond Pearl Dangle Platinum Vintage Earrings Leverbacks
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A pair of 1950s diamond platinum pearl drop earrings epitomize the elegance and sophistication of
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Classic 1950's Up Swept Diamond and Pearl Cocktail Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Expertly crafted in 14K White Gold with diamonds and pearls, this classic pair of 1950's cocktail
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Day & Night South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings 5 Carats 18KT 14.5 MM 1950s
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Baguette diamonds weighing 5 carats and two South Sea Pearls measuring 14-15 MM. Bottoms Pearls can be
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950’s Platinum Diamonds South Sea Pearl Drop French Hook Earrings
Located in Winter Springs, FL
An impressive pair of vintage 1950’s earrings done in platinum and set with large round and tapered
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
1950s Cultured Pearl and 1.72 Carat Diamond Platinum Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive pair of vintage 1950s cultured pearl and 1.72 carat diamond, platinum drop earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
1950's Mid-Century Pearl Diamond 14 Karat Gold Cluster Ear-Clip Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Ear-clips are designed as pearl clusters paired with scrolling texturous gold tendrils Pearls are
Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-Century 1950's Diamond Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Foliate Ear-Clip Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
hinged omega backs. Tested as 18 karat gold. Circa: 1950's. Measures: 1/2 x 15/16 inch. Total weight: 7.8
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s Freshwater Pearl Diamond Gold Platinum Flower Head Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of earrings in the form of flowers comprised of natural freshwater pearl petals and
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
1950s Tiffany & Co. Diamond and Cultured Pearl White Gold Clip Back Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
This is a gorgeous pair of Tiffany & Co. Diamond and Cultured Pearl 14 karat white gold clip back
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Estate 1950s Tiffany & Co. Sapphire, Diamond and Pearl Drop Earrings - VHK#843a
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate 1950s Tiffany & Co. Sapphire, Diamond and Pearl Drop Earrings - VHK#843a Item Details: Year
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Cultured Pearl Diamond Swirl Clip Post Flower Gold Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-century vintage 1950s clip post cultured Pearl and Diamond 14k white gold earrings. 12 round
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
.80 Carat Diamond Cultured Pearl White Gold Midcentury Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
1950’s pearl and diamond dangle earrings. Four cultured pearls, two in round diamond halos
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1950s Cultured Pearl Diamond Gold Ear Clips
Located in South Pasadena, CA
1950s Cultured Pearl Diamond Gold Ear Clips Mid-century cultured pearl and 2.75 carats diamonds
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1950's Platinum, Diamond & Pearl Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, NY
leaves set with individual marquis cut diamonds, each finishing in a single large button pearl. Marked
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
1950s Pearl Diamond White Gold Earrings
Located in Barcelona, ES
A pair of 1950s White Gold, Diamond and Pearl Drop Earrings. Each earring has a central brilliant
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold
Vintage Diamond and Pearl Cluster Earrings, Circa 1950s
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A pair of diamond and pearl stud earrings dating from mid-20th century. Each earring is set to the
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Cartier 1950s Diamond and Pearl Earrings
Located in Milano, IT
A pair of platinum and white gold diamond earrings with detachable pearls. Cartier, with the
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Circa 1950s Pearl & Diamond Drop Style Earrings 18 Carat White Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Graceful and radiant, the 18 carat white gold Aria Earrings feature luminous South Sea pearls
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Circa 1950s Diamond & Light Cream Akoya Pearl Studs 14 Carat White Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Like delicate blossoms kissed by morning dew, the Mattie Diamond and Pearl Studs offer a touch of
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1950s Seaman Schepps Pearl with Diamonds Half Moon Shaped White Gold Earclips
By Seaman Schepps
Located in New York, NY
Cut Diamonds Weighing Approximately 1 .50 Carat Total Weight.Signed Seaman Schepps Created In The 1950
Diamond, Pearl
1950s South Seas Pearl 1.50 Carat VS Diamond Cluster Pierced Earrings
Located in Shaker Heights, OH
Stunning 14k Gold Estate 13.2mm South Sea Pearl, 1.50 Carats Brilliant GH/VS Diamond Earrings
White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
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W 0.38 in D 0.25 in L 0.75 in
Vintage 1950s Double Pearl Cultured Earrings with Diamonds / 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Bellmore, NY
Elegant 1950s double pearl earrings with glittery Diamond ribbon swirls. 14 Karat white gold
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
2.68 Carat Oval Cab Ethiopian Opal with Diamond Accents 10K White Gold Earring
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Earring is crafted from 10-karat White Gold by Gin & Grace Earring. This Earring is made up of 9x7 mm Oval - Cab (2pcs) 2.68 carat Ethiopian O...
Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
$138,000
Diamond Necklace Tiara
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A MASTERPIECE! 46.75 carats of white pear, marquise and round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18k white gold. The piece can be worn as a necklace and easily converted into a tiara...
Diamond, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Turquoise and Diamonds Tennis Bracelet
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Bracelets are worn to enhance the look. Women love to look good. It is common to see a woman rocking a lovely gold bracelet on her wrist. A gold gemstone bracelet is the ultimate sta...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,455 / item
H 0.48 in W 0.2 in L 0.79 in
10K White Gold Cultured Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Accent Drop Huggy Earring
Located in New York, NY
Introducing a captivating masterpiece for women who seek elegance and sophistication. These exquisite pearl drop earrings feature a dazzling array of 12 round diamonds accented. The ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, White Gold, 10k Gold
$9,738Sale Price / set|25% Off
W 0.87 in D 0.47 in L 0.91 in
Verdura 1960 Clips On Earrings 18Kt Yellow Gold With 2.02 Ctw Diamonds & Rubies
By Verdura
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of clips-on earrings designed by Verdura. A fabulous pair of clip-on earrings, created in Milano Italy by the renowned jewelry house of Verdura. These vintage ear clips are col...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Steven Battelle 31.0 Carats Rainbow Moonstone 18K Gold Post Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
These simple and classic 18K gold post earrings are stunning! Wonderful long 9 x 32 mm long flashing rose-cut faceted rainbow moonstones are suspended below 6 x 8 mm oval cabochons,...
Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold
Old cultured pearl necklace with gold-platinum clasp with old European diamonds.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Old necklace made of 56 saltwater cultured pearls with a cream color and dimensions of approx. 3.70 - 8.00 mm. Necklace with a clasp made of yellow gold and platinum, decorated with ...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, Platinum
Vintage 7.43 Carat Emerald Diamond Deco Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Treat yourself to this irresistibly stunning 5.93 carat emerald diamond platinum ring! Crafted in platinum with the center deep green emerald of approximately 5.93 carats. The vivi...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
14k Hamilton Diamond Watch. Vintage Ladies Hamilton Classic String Wristwatch
By Hamilton
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stunning watch piece. Hamilton fully mechanical wristwatch. 14k White Gold Case with multiple diamonds. 14k White Gold Kreiser Cable Band. Condition: Watch winds up and ticks. Needs...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, White Gold
Antique Arts and Crafts Silver Plate Tiara Head Ornament
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This extravagant tiara in the Arts and Crafts taste was created out of silver plated copper in the last decade of the nineteenth century out of silver plated copper. The metal shows ...
Silver
$1,161 / set
L 0.79 in
Double Drop Pearl Earrings with 0.08ctw diamond, 18K Gold, by Michelle Massoura
By Michelle Massoura Fine Jewellery
Located in Nicosia, CY
Our double drop pearl earrings, are made in 18Karat Yellow Gold and feature a pair of mini pearls with size 6mm that are strung by a pair of oval shaped freshwater pearls with size 1...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Baroque Iberian (Spain) Emerald and Diamond Pendant/Brooch 18Th Century
Located in OVIEDO, AS
BAROQUE IBERIAN (SPAIN) EMERALD AND DIAMOND PENDANT/BROOCH 18Th Century. A radiant, ravishing, and regal Baroque (Georgian/Iberian Spain) pendant/brooch XVIII Century. Finely handcra...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Tiara Necklace, Circa 1900, 45.62 Carats
Located in London, GB
An antique diamond and silver-upon-gold tiara necklace, set with Edwardian cut and old cut diamonds, in silver millegrain edged rub over settings and old-cut diamonds grain set folia...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Judith Leiber Swarovski Crystal Flower Motif Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elegance and glamor right this way! This is a highly designed handbag by none other than Judith Leiber that will be sure to catch people's attention from across the room. This is a B...
Gucci Multicolor Small GG Flora Bamboo Padlock Bag
By Gucci
Located in Brossard, QC
Structured coated canvas shoulder bag featuring logo pattern in beige and brown. Multicolor floral pattern and grained leather trim in yellow throughout. Bamboo carry handle at top....
$1,700
W 0.28 in D 0.16 in L 0.44 in
Vintage Earrings natural 1.6 ctw Sapphire Diamonds solid 18 White Gold /2.5gr
Located in SE
A pair of vintage dangles from ca. 1970s -1980s in solid 18K White Gold decorated with two pear cut natural Blue Sapphires 6 x 4 mm x 3.3 mm deep / ca 0.6ct each and two smaller ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White 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.
In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.
Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.
Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.
While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.
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