14 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Zircon and Pearl Crescent Moon Brooch/Pin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Zircon and Pearl Crescent Moon Brooch/Pin GAI Certified- This stunning crescent moon pin features 11 blue zircon stones and 12 white pearls (3 mm each) set...
Pearl, Zircon, Blue Zircon, Yellow Gold
Oval Natural Ruby Cabs 14k Yellow Gold Pear Shape Baroque Pearls Stud Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
These elegant and handmade earrings have 2 Oval Natural Ruby cabs measuring 8 x 10 mm set in a 14 Kt yellow gold bezel with 3 small round pearls of 3 mm on 3 sides at the top to whi...
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 10K YG Link Enamel Bracelet with 1.15 Carat Diamonds and 1.1 MM Pearl
Located in New York, NY
Style: Link Metal: 10 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstone 1: 0.75 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 1 Color: H Clarity: SI Shape: Old European Cut Gemstone 2: 0.4 Carat Diamond Number of Stones...
Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
ITALIAN Multi Strands Pearls Necklace In 18Kt Yellow Gold With 4.92 Cts Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Modern multi strands pearls necklace. This is a beautiful and elegant contemporary choker style necklace created in Italy with nine strands of cultured white pearls of 3 mm.
Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Etruscan Style 18K Gold 13ct Amethyst, Pearl & Black Enamel Bangle
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
Total amethyst weight, estimated: 13ct Pearl size, estimated: 3mm Circular panel size, estimated: 27mm x 27mm x 17mm Bracelet length / wrist size: fits a 15.5cm / 6.1 inch wrist ...
Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
18K YG Pin Brooch with 0.32 Carat Round G VS Diamonds 3.00-3.7mm Opal & Pearls
Located in New York, NY
Style: Pin Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstone 1: 0.32 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 7 Color: G Clarity: VS Shape: Round Brilliant Gemstone 2: OPAL RD 3.00-3.7 MM Number of Stones...
Diamond, Opal, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Signed Allsopp-Bliss Co. Art Deco 14K Gold, Amethyst, & Pearl Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Gemstone Measurements: 1 round cut amethyst: ca. 3mm diameter 2 seed pearls: ca. ca. 2.4mm diameter Measurements: Height: ca. 14mm Width: ca. 35mm Depth: ca. 7mm Weight: ca. 3.1 g ...
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold
Hand Carved Italian Shell Cameo Filigree Seed Pearl Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The cameo is bezel set and encircled with 3mm seed pearls that have been hand-strung on fine gold wire.
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Ring with Pearls and old mine cut diamonds up to 0.15ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
weight : 2.4 grams set with : - 3 x 3.8 mm freshwater pearl color : white clarity :…… Gemstones are often treated to improve color or clarity.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
$168 / item
14k Gold Filled Mini Pearl Ring
By Mona Jewelry
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This 14/20 yellow gold-filled ring, made from round wire, features a 3mm round white simulated pearl. It looks great on its own or stacked with other rings.
14k Gold, Gold-filled
Antique Victorian 15K Gold Rhodolite Garnet and Pearl Ring with Engraved Band
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
Total garnet weight, estimated: 0.54ctw Pearl size, each: 3mm Gross weight: 1.8g Ring size: UK – Q.5 US – 8.5 EU – 58 mm Hallmarks: ’15.625’ (15 karat gold), anchor for Birmingha...
Garnet, Pearl, Rhodolite, 15k Gold
Modern Emerald Diamonds Cultured Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
Total weight of the diamonds : 0,08 carat approximately. Diameter of pearls : 3/3,5 mm approximately. Diameter : 8.2 mm approximately, thickness : 4 mm approximately.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique William H Haseler English Art Nouveau Gold, Turquoise & Pearl Brooch/Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Gemstone Measurements: 1 blister pearl: ca. 7.75mm x 6.75mm x 3.9mm 2 turquoise: ca. 4.3mm diameter 3 blister pearl: ca. 3mm diameter Measurements: Height: ca. 21mm Width: ca. 49mm ...
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Natural Blue Topaz & Pearl Womens Cluster Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This Solid 14K Gold ring has been set with one vibrant London Blue Topaz, 7x5mm (0.28" x 0.20") and eight Freshwater Cultured Pearls, 3mm (0.12") in a Cluster style of setting.
Pearl, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Faceted Oval Green Onyxes Square Ceramics 14 Kt Yellow Gold Pearls Stud Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
In these simple and chic earrings we have 2 Cushion Shape Ceramics measuring 16 x 17 mm.,suspended from 2 nice Oval Faceted Natural Green Onyxes size 8 x 10 mm set in a 14 kt yello...
Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Ruby Oval Cabs Cushion Ceramic 14 Kt Yellow Gold Pearls Stud Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
In these simple and chic earrings we have 2 Cushion Shape Ceramic measuring 16 x 17 mm.,suspended from 2 nice Natural Ruby oval cabochons size 8 x 10 mm set in a 14 kt yellow gold b...
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Natural Ruby Cabs Gold Pearls Engraved Amethyst Round Drops Stud Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
These elegant and handmade earrings have 2 Oval Natural Ruby cabs measuring 8 x 10 mm set in a 14 Kt yellow gold bezel with 3 small round pearls of 3 mm on 3 sides at the top to whi...
Amethyst, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Citrine, Sapphires, Pearls, 14 Karat White and Rose Gold Retro Pendant
Located in Napoli, Campania
Diamonds 0.98ct, round cut, G color, VS clarity Citrine 17.4 gr Colored Sapphires 8.12ct Pearls 0.6g, 3 mm total weight 35g length 6 cm RF +IRRF RK.ACCU80 For any inquiries,please...
Citrine, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
18ct Yellow gold and platinum art deco golf brooch badge with cultured pearl
Located in London, GB
18ct Yellow gold and platinum art deco golf pin brooch with cultured pearl Cultured pearl round shaped mounted in platinum Cultured pearl 3mm white shade Length 55mm Weight 3.9 gram...
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
ART DECO 1935 Graduated Pearls Necklace In Platinum With 3.85 Ctw In Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Diamonds: Mounted in bezels and flat prongs settings, with 75 European round cut diamonds, 3.85 carats, white colorless F/G color, VS clarity. Pearls: Mounted with an assortment of ...
Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Pink Sapphire, Onyx, Pearl & 18K Gold Pendant - France - 20th Century
Located in Chatham, CA
Art Deco 18K yellow gold circle pendant - the perimeter with 20 heart shaped bezel set Pink Sapphires (each 3.5 mm. x 4 mm. x 2.5 mm. deep - approximately 0.23 carats each - 4.6 cara...
Onyx, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 14k Gold Pitcher or Wine Ewer with a Pearl Lid Charm for a Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Fineness: 14k Marks: Illegibly marked on the handle Measurements: Height: ca. 24 mm Diam: ca. 13 mm Weight: ca. 3 g Pearl diam: ca. 5 mm Items purchased from this dealer must de...
Pearl, 14k Gold
Handcrafted Retro Ring Coral Flower, Diamonds, Pearl, Rose and White Gold
Located in Napoli, Campania
Diamonds 0.1ct Rubrum coral 1.5 g Pearl 0.05g, 3mm total weight 6g ring head diameter 2.5cm italian size 17.5/ french 57.5/ USA 8.17.
Coral, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Antique Victorian 27g 14K Yellow Gold Diamond, Pearl and Blue Enamel Bracelet
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
Bracelet size: to fit a 7 inch / 18cm wrist or smaller Total diamond weight, estimated: 0.37ctw Pearl size, estimated: 3mm Gross weight: 26.8g Hallmarks: stamped ‘585’ (14 karat...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian 15ct Gold Turquoise Pearl Diamond Swag Necklace in Fitted Box
Located in New York, NY
The largest Turquoise is 8.5x5.29x2.84mm, the smallest 3.4x4.90x2.24mm Tiny, lustrous seed and split pearls, 3mm are intricately integrated throughout the design, appearing dotted a...
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Retro Signed 14k Gold, Smoky Quartz, & Seed Pearl Carved Buddha Charm or Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Marks: Marked to the back of the hat with ©AC / 14K Gemstone Measurements: 1 - Pearl - ca. 3mm Measurements: Height: ca. 45 mm Width: ca. 27 mm Depth: ca. 10 mm Weight: ca. 15.7 g...
Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold
Kai "On My Heart" London Blue Topaz Diamond Pearl Cocktail Ring
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Whether worn as a romantic gesture or a personal keepsake, this ring is made to be cherished. 14K Solid Gold 9 x 9 mm Natural Topaz｜London Blue｜Heart｜Eye Clean Topaz CTW: 4.30 Cultu...
Diamond, Pearl, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Amethyst, Diamonds, Topazes, Garnets, Cameo, Pearls 9Kt Gold and Silver Bracelet
Located in Napoli, Campania
Diamonds 0.1ct, round cut Yellow topazes, amethyst and garnets 210.52 ct Cameo 1.3 gr, 18mm Pearls 0.80 gr, 3mm Total weight 68 gr Length 18cm / Width 3 cm RF +UGEU RK.AUGA130 For a...
Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Topaz, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Fresh Water Pearl with Diamond 0.75 Carat Bracelet Set in 18 Karat White Gold Se
Located in Bangkok, TH
Fresh Water Pearl with Diamond 0.75 carat Bracelet set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.6 cm Length: 16.5 cm (6.5") Total Weight: 20.1 grams Fresh Water Pearl Size: 3 mm ...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique White Seed Pearl and Diamond Brooch in 14K Rose Gold and Silver Overlay
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 14 Karat Rose Gold Gemstones: Pearls and Diamonds Pearl Count: 5 Pearl Size: 3 - 3.6 mm Pearl Color: White Diamond Count: 26 Diamond Cut: Rose Brooch Weight: 11.7 grams Brooc...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Pink Semi-Baroque Freshwater Pearls with Pave Diamonds Paradizia Earrings
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Materials and Weight Nucleated freshwater pearls, 14mm Faceted 3mm 14k yellow gold balls, 4 pieces Pave diamond posts 14k posts and omega backs Dimensions Length 2 inches Made in ...
14k Gold
Green Prehnite with Silverite and Tahitian Pearls Paradizia Lariat Necklace
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Item # N3685 Materials and Weight Prehnite, 118cts, 10mm faceted pear shape (tabeez), 43 pieces Moss coated Silverite (Sapphire), 51cts, 3mm rondelle shape Tahitian pearls, 10mm, 9...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,040Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Diamond Crescent Enamel Snake with Pearl on Diamond Chain
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This snake is 1 7/8" long, Pearl 3mm, length 16" 10 diamonds on necklace approximately .50 carats
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Graduated Cultured Pearl Necklace with 14 Karat White Gold Closure
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Graduated Cultured Pearl Necklace with 14 Karat White Gold Closure- This lovely necklace features 97 graduated white cultured pearls (3 mm - 7 mm) with a classic 14K white g...
White Gold
Ivory Pavé Pearl Bead Oval Wedding or Evening Clutch Purse, Japan – 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Petite oval evening clutch covered in 3 mm concentric pearl beads; punctuated ½” from outside edge with a circle of 5 mm pearls.
Black Pansy Art Nouveau Enamel Vintage Brooch circa early 1900's 14 Karat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Pansy Art Nouveau Brooch Enamel and a center Pearl. very beautiful piece. From the early 1900's Weight is: 6.70 grams Size is: approx 1.' inch Pearl is 3mm Color: Victorian ...
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel
GILBERT ALBERT 1970 Sculptural Organic Ring In 18Kt Gold Diamonds & Tourmaline
By Gilbert Albert
Located in Miami, FL
Pearls: Mount in bar settings, with 5 natural pearls of 3 mm with different colors.
Diamond, Pearl, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow G...
Victorian 1890s Gold Filled Tassel Necklace
Located in Lexington, KY
The pendant features two rose cut garnets, totaling .15 carat, as well as a 3mm round pearl in the center. Both the pearl and the garnet colors beautifully compliment the gold tone a...
Garnet, Pearl, Gold
Vintage Pansy Art Nouveau Enamel Brooch circa early 1900's 14 Karat Black Pin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Pansy Art Nouveau Brooch Enamel and a center Pearl. very beautiful piece. From the early 1900's Weight is: 4.30 grams Size is: approx 1.' inch Pearl is 3mm Color: Victorian ...
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel
Art Deco 1930 Graduated Beads Necklace with Nephrite Jadeite Jade and 18kt Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Diamonds: Mount with two old European rose cuts diamonds, 0.06 carats. Pearl: The security lock is accented in the center, with one natural white round pearl of 3 mm.
Diamond, Jade, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Retro 14k Gold & Multi-Gemstone Piano Charm or Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Gemstone Measurements: 2 Pearl: ca. 3mm diameter 12 Pearl: ca. 2.6mm diameter 5 Blue Topaz: ca. 2.45mm diameter 4 Rhodolite Garnet: ca. 2.45mm diameter Measurements: Height: ca. 27m...
Multi-gemstone, Pearl, 14k Gold
18 Karat Gold Tubular Diamond Cable Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Tubular Cable Necklace 16 Inches (wearable length) 4 Natural South Seas Pearls 4mm 3mm Tube Thickness 18kt. white gold 14.3 Grams.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Sunita Nahata Honey Quartz 28.00ct. Drop Earring in 18K Yellow Gold with Diamond
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Tsavorite: 0.31 carat, 1.5mm, 12pcs. Pearl: 0.488 carat, 3mm, 2pcs. Diamonds: 1.007 carat, G colour, VS clarity.
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold,...
French Arfan Ring Citrine MOP Sz 6 18k Yellow Gold Square Cocktail Jewelry
By Arfan
Located in Torrance, CA
Four straight baguette cut citrines adorn the side shoulders and measure 5mm x 3mm. Mother of pearl is inlaid into the mount and shoulders.
Citrine, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$8,024Sale Price / item|20% Off
18kt Gold Tutti Frutti Brooch with Carved Emeralds, Sapphires, Rubies, Diamonds
Located in Braintree, GB
Dimensions: Diameter: 3.2 cm Weight: 14 grams Gemstone Details: Diamonds: Quantity: 18 Cut: Round Brilliant Total Carat Weight: Approx. 1.26 cts Clarity: VS1–VS2 Colour: G–H Rubie...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
WEDGWOOD 1880 Cameo Rectangular Desk Box With 18Kt Yellow Gold Accents
By Wedgewood
Located in Miami, FL
The fabulous box has been crafted in a rectangular shape with plain carved parts, pieces of 18 karats yellow gold, a natural white pearl of 3mm and an intricate octagonal cameo panel...
Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold & Enamel Dragonfly Pin Brooch
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold & Enamel Dragonfly Pin Gorgeous 18K gold dragonfly pin with beautiful enamel wings and 2 pearls as eyes! 2 Pearls: 3mm each Size: 44mm X 54mm X 6mm Weight...
Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian Half-Pearl Hinged Bangle
Located in London, GB
A Victorian half-pearl hinged bangle, the front set with four rows of half pearls, the two central row of pearls measuring 3mm and the two outer rows of pearls measuring 2mm, the bac...
Pearl, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Cobalt Blue Enamel Natural Pearl Gold Victorian Crown Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Tripple crown desgin adorned with natural pearls on a cobalt blue enamel oval. This antique pendant dates back to the 1880-1890's. 39 natural half pearls, 3mm, white with silvery o...
Natural Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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.