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GIA Certified Freshwater Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Silver Brooch
GIA Certified Freshwater Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Silver Brooch

GIA Certified Freshwater Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Silver Brooch

Located in Stamford, CT

exquisite brooch marries the natural lustrous beauty of freshwater pearls with the sparkling allure of round

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Bracelet Brooch Earrings Set Gold 585 Opals Freshwater Pearls Rubies, circa 1880
Bracelet Brooch Earrings Set Gold 585 Opals Freshwater Pearls Rubies, circa 1880

Bracelet Brooch Earrings Set Gold 585 Opals Freshwater Pearls Rubies, circa 1880

Located in Vienna, AT

: -- opals -- freshwater pearls -- rubies HALLMARKED: -- GOLD 585 -- AUSTRIAN OFFICIAL HALLMARK The

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1880s Austrian High Victorian Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold

Belle Epoque Old Mine Diamond Freshwater Pearl Pendant Necklace 14 Karat Gold
Belle Epoque Old Mine Diamond Freshwater Pearl Pendant Necklace 14 Karat Gold

Belle Epoque Old Mine Diamond Freshwater Pearl Pendant Necklace 14 Karat Gold

Located in New York, NY

FRESHWATER PEARL PENDANT NECKLACE IN SILVER TOPPED 14 KARAT GOLD. THE ANTIQUE BELLE EPOQUE, VICTORIAN

Category

19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Art Nouveau Krementz 18K Gold Coral & Freshwater Pearl Swag Necklace
Antique Art Nouveau Krementz 18K Gold Coral & Freshwater Pearl Swag Necklace

Antique Art Nouveau Krementz 18K Gold Coral & Freshwater Pearl Swag Necklace

By Krementz & Co

Located in Montclair, NJ

dangling from the beautiful design. This necklace is also set with 7 freshwater pearls that adds a truly

Category

1910s Art Nouveau Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Coral, Freshwater Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Brooch with Freshwater Pearls and Diamonds, 750 White Gold
Brooch with Freshwater Pearls and Diamonds, 750 White Gold

Brooch with Freshwater Pearls and Diamonds, 750 White Gold

Located in Bad Kissingen, DE

". - Five freshwater cultured pearls - Six brilliant-cut diamonds of 5.4-3.6 mm, together of approx. 0.75 ct

Category

1920s German Art Deco Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold

GIA Certified Freshwater Baroque Pearl Diamond White Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
GIA Certified Freshwater Baroque Pearl Diamond White Gold Dangle Drop Earrings

GIA Certified Freshwater Baroque Pearl Diamond White Gold Dangle Drop Earrings

Located in Stamford, CT

Early 1900's Antique pearl and diamond dangle drop earrings. GIA certified natural freshwater

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Opal Pearl Gold Ring
Opal Pearl Gold Ring

Opal Pearl Gold Ring

Located in Berkeley, CA

This delicately set opal and freshwater pearl ring has a beautiful swirl antiqued in 10k. The

Category

1910s American Romantic Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Opal, Pearl, 10k Gold

Late Victorian Diamond Pearl Bug Pin
Late Victorian Diamond Pearl Bug Pin

Late Victorian Diamond Pearl Bug Pin

Located in Houston, TX

freshwater pearl body. The diamonds total 2.30 carats, F-I color and VS1-SI2 color. Measures 1 1/4 inches

Category

1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Drop Earrings
Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Drop Earrings

Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Drop Earrings

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

accents and natural freshwater pearl centers, this handmade antique pair with lever back closures for

Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Kalo Pink Tourmaline and Pearl Brooch
Kalo Pink Tourmaline and Pearl Brooch

Kalo Pink Tourmaline and Pearl Brooch

By Kalo

Located in New York, NY

tourmaline and freshwater pearl in a hand raised foliate frame. Small but unusual in 14K gold from this

Category

Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

Vintage Art Nouveau Pearl Multi-Strand Necklace
Vintage Art Nouveau Pearl Multi-Strand Necklace

Vintage Art Nouveau Pearl Multi-Strand Necklace

Located in Chesterland, OH

Indulge in the timeless elegance of this exquisite cream-white ultra-baroque freshwater pearl

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate

Art Nouveau Foliate Pearl and Diamond Earrings
Art Nouveau Foliate Pearl and Diamond Earrings

Art Nouveau Foliate Pearl and Diamond Earrings

Located in beverly hills, CA

luminous freshwater pearls. The incomparable design is completed by gently dangling diamond and pearl drops

Category

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Yogo Gulch Sapphire & Natural Pearl Bar Brooch in 14K Yellow Gold
Antique Yogo Gulch Sapphire & Natural Pearl Bar Brooch in 14K Yellow Gold

Antique Yogo Gulch Sapphire & Natural Pearl Bar Brooch in 14K Yellow Gold

Located in Boston, MA

Gulch sapphires, totaling 0.72 carats, are set in a classic prong setting. The natural freshwater pearls

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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Earrings with pearl 18k gold and silver 8.3 grams
Victorian Earrings with pearl 18k gold and silver 8.3 grams

Victorian Earrings with pearl 18k gold and silver 8.3 grams

Located in The Hague, ZH

freshwater pearls Color: White Clarity: N/A Gemstones are often treated to enhance color or clarity. This

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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

RARE ITALIAN SCULPTURE WITH SILVER, GOLD AND A CAMEO 19th Century
RARE ITALIAN SCULPTURE WITH SILVER, GOLD AND A CAMEO 19th Century

RARE ITALIAN SCULPTURE WITH SILVER, GOLD AND A CAMEO 19th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

monture stylized with emeralds, corundum and freshwater pearls, with ceramic plate. Signs of use. Dim.: 20

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19th Century Italian Art Deco Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Agate, Gold, Silver

Vintage hanging earrings with pearls and old-cut diamonds circa 1910s.
Vintage hanging earrings with pearls and old-cut diamonds circa 1910s.

Vintage hanging earrings with pearls and old-cut diamonds circa 1910s.

Located in Chorzów, PL

cultured freshwater pearls Item weight: 3.26g Length: 4.5cm A timeless, classic piece of jewelry

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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, White Gold

VICTORIAN Brooch with pearl and rose cut diamonds 0.40ct 14k gold and silver
VICTORIAN Brooch with pearl and rose cut diamonds 0.40ct 14k gold and silver

VICTORIAN Brooch with pearl and rose cut diamonds 0.40ct 14k gold and silver

Located in The Hague, ZH

3.7 mm freshwater pearl colour White purity n/a Gemstones have often been treated to improve color or

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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver

Victorian brooch with pearls 6.3 grams 14k gold and silver
Victorian brooch with pearls 6.3 grams 14k gold and silver

Victorian brooch with pearls 6.3 grams 14k gold and silver

Located in The Hague, ZH

4.0 cm high and 5.5 cm wide Total weight: 6.3 grams Set with: - 41 x 1.5mm freshwater pearls Color

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1910s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver

Early Victorian brooch with pearls and rose cut diamonds up to 0.05ct 14k gold
Early Victorian brooch with pearls and rose cut diamonds up to 0.05ct 14k gold

Early Victorian brooch with pearls and rose cut diamonds up to 0.05ct 14k gold

Located in The Hague, ZH

mm - 3.0 mm freshwater pearls color white clarity n/a Gemstones are often treated to improve color

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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Brooch with pearl and old mine cut diamonds up to 0.50ct 3.6 grams 18k gold
Brooch with pearl and old mine cut diamonds up to 0.50ct 3.6 grams 18k gold

Brooch with pearl and old mine cut diamonds up to 0.50ct 3.6 grams 18k gold

Located in The Hague, ZH

cm wide Weight: 3.6 grams Set with - 1 x 9.0 mm x 8.0 mm freshwater pearl Color: White Clarity: N

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1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Austro Hungarian Turquoise Garnet and Pearl Locket Pendant
Austro Hungarian Turquoise Garnet and Pearl Locket Pendant

Austro Hungarian Turquoise Garnet and Pearl Locket Pendant

Located in Portland, England

garnets, four half freshwater pearls and turquoise cabochons. The piece has a lovely white and black

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Late 19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Turquoise, Enamel

Necklace and pendant with pearl and rose cut diamonds 14k gold and silver
Necklace and pendant with pearl and rose cut diamonds 14k gold and silver

Necklace and pendant with pearl and rose cut diamonds 14k gold and silver

Located in The Hague, ZH

weight: 3.7 grams Set with: - 1 x 5.8 mm freshwater pearl Color: White Clarity: N/A Gemstones are

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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver

Victorian 18k Gold & Silver Brooch with Pearl & Diamonds, Circa 1880
Victorian 18k Gold & Silver Brooch with Pearl & Diamonds, Circa 1880

Victorian 18k Gold & Silver Brooch with Pearl & Diamonds, Circa 1880

Located in The Hague, ZH

- 1 x 3.0 mmm freshwater pearl color white clarity n/a Gemstones are often treated to improve color

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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Necklace with pearls and rose cut diamonds 18k gold and silver 12.4 grams
Necklace with pearls and rose cut diamonds 18k gold and silver 12.4 grams

Necklace with pearls and rose cut diamonds 18k gold and silver 12.4 grams

Located in The Hague, ZH

mm freshwater pearl color white purity n/a Gemstones are often treated to improve color or clarity

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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

AJD 21 Inch Striking Natural Color Baroque Pearl Necklace
AJD 21 Inch Striking Natural Color Baroque Pearl Necklace

AJD 21 Inch Striking Natural Color Baroque Pearl Necklace

By Aria Jewelry Design

Located in Raleigh, NC

clasp for easy wear. Genuine Baroque Pearls – Chinese freshwater pearls with organic, one-of-a-kind

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15th Century and Earlier American Artisan Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate

Natural pearl and diamond necklace, French, circa 1915.
Natural pearl and diamond necklace, French, circa 1915.

Natural pearl and diamond necklace, French, circa 1915.

Located in London, GB

Natural pearl and diamond necklace. Set to bottom with a drop shape natural freshwater pearl in a

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1910s French Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

ART NOUVEAU Ring with pearl and single cut diamonds up to 0.20ct 14k white gold
ART NOUVEAU Ring with pearl and single cut diamonds up to 0.20ct 14k white gold

ART NOUVEAU Ring with pearl and single cut diamonds up to 0.20ct 14k white gold

Located in The Hague, ZH

email after purchase and before shipping. Weight 5.9 grams Set with - 1 x 9.4 mm freshwater pearl

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1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Victorian brooch with pearls and old mine cut diamonds 14k gold and silver
Victorian brooch with pearls and old mine cut diamonds 14k gold and silver

Victorian brooch with pearls and old mine cut diamonds 14k gold and silver

Located in The Hague, ZH

freshwater pearls Color: White Clarity: ……… Gemstones are often treated to enhance color or clarity. This

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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Georgian SilesianIronWire Filigree Pearl&RedSilk Flower Brooch
Antique Georgian SilesianIronWire Filigree Pearl&RedSilk Flower Brooch

Antique Georgian SilesianIronWire Filigree Pearl&RedSilk Flower Brooch

By Artistian Made

Located in Chicago, IL

freshwater-pearl bead as the pistil, which was an extraordinarily costly gem at that time. While most likely

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Early 19th Century European Georgian Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Berlin Iron

ART NOUVEAU brooch with pearl and diamonds up to 0.35ct 18k gold 7.3 grams
ART NOUVEAU brooch with pearl and diamonds up to 0.35ct 18k gold 7.3 grams

ART NOUVEAU brooch with pearl and diamonds up to 0.35ct 18k gold 7.3 grams

Located in The Hague, ZH

weight 7.3 grams set with - 7 x 3.6 mm – 4.8 mm freshwater pearls color: white clarity n/a Gemstones

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1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Citrine and Pearl Lavaliere in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Citrine and Pearl Lavaliere in 14 Karat Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Citrine and Pearl Lavaliere in 14 Karat Yellow Gold

Located in Towson, MD

0.25 carat square faceted bezel set citrine, three 2mm seed pearls, and one 4mm x 2.79mm freshwater

Category

1890s American Late Victorian Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Citrine, Pearl, 14k Gold

Brooch with pearl and rose cut diamonds up to 0.80ct 14k gold and silver
Brooch with pearl and rose cut diamonds up to 0.80ct 14k gold and silver

Brooch with pearl and rose cut diamonds up to 0.80ct 14k gold and silver

Located in The Hague, ZH

Set with: - 1 x 9.2 mm freshwater pearl Color: white Clarity: N/A Gemstones are often treated to

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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver

Victorian brooch with enamel, pearls and rose cut diamonds 14k gold and silver
Victorian brooch with enamel, pearls and rose cut diamonds 14k gold and silver

Victorian brooch with enamel, pearls and rose cut diamonds 14k gold and silver

Located in The Hague, ZH

grams set with - 36 x 1.5 mm freshwater pearls color: white purity n/a Gemstones are often treated to

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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver, Enamel

Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Enamel Baroque Pearl Flower and Moon Motif Brooch
Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Enamel Baroque Pearl Flower and Moon Motif Brooch

Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Enamel Baroque Pearl Flower and Moon Motif Brooch

Located in New York, NY

underscores the era’s fascination with elegant, nature-inspired forms. Baroque Freshwater Pearl A baroque

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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Brooch, enamel, pearl, opal and rose cut diamond up to 1.60ct 14k gold
Victorian Brooch, enamel, pearl, opal and rose cut diamond up to 1.60ct 14k gold

Victorian Brooch, enamel, pearl, opal and rose cut diamond up to 1.60ct 14k gold

Located in The Hague, ZH

Set with: - 1 x 7.0 mm freshwater pearl Color: white - 1 x 1.0 cm x 8.0 mm cabochon-cut opal Color

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1870s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

Earrings with pearls and old mine cut diamond up to 2.00ct 14k gold and platinum
Earrings with pearls and old mine cut diamond up to 2.00ct 14k gold and platinum

Earrings with pearls and old mine cut diamond up to 2.00ct 14k gold and platinum

Located in The Hague, ZH

Set with: - 2 x 4.7 mm freshwater pearls Color: white Clarity: ….. Gemstones are often treated to

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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum

Marcus Natural Pearl, Diamond and Platinum Necklace, Circa 1920
Marcus Natural Pearl, Diamond and Platinum Necklace, Circa 1920

Marcus Natural Pearl, Diamond and Platinum Necklace, Circa 1920

By Marcus & Co.

Located in London, GB

2225723161 stating that the pearls are natural saltwater, of the pinctada species and freshwater pearls of

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1920s American Belle Époque Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Black Starr & Frost Natural Pearl & Diamond Ring GIA
Black Starr & Frost Natural Pearl & Diamond Ring GIA

Black Starr & Frost Natural Pearl & Diamond Ring GIA

By Black, Starr & Frost

Located in Litchfield, CT

-millimeter Natural Freshwater Pearl accompanied by a GIA report & .80 carats total weight of F color, VS

Category

1910s American Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Victorian branch brooch/ pendant with pearl and diamonds upo ti 1.60ct 14k gold
Victorian branch brooch/ pendant with pearl and diamonds upo ti 1.60ct 14k gold

Victorian branch brooch/ pendant with pearl and diamonds upo ti 1.60ct 14k gold

Located in The Hague, ZH

Set with: - 1 x 5.3 mm freshwater pearl Color: white Clarity: N/A Gemstones are often treated to

Category

1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Victorian ring with pearl and old mine cut diamonds up to 2.00ct 18k gold
Victorian ring with pearl and old mine cut diamonds up to 2.00ct 18k gold

Victorian ring with pearl and old mine cut diamonds up to 2.00ct 18k gold

Located in The Hague, ZH

freshwater pearl Color: white Clarity: N/A Gemstones are often treated to enhance color or clarity. This has

Category

1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Necklace and pendant with pearl, old mine and rose cut diamonds 14k gold
Necklace and pendant with pearl, old mine and rose cut diamonds 14k gold

Necklace and pendant with pearl, old mine and rose cut diamonds 14k gold

Located in The Hague, ZH

freshwater pearl Color: white Clarity: ………… Gemstones are often treated to enhance color or clarity. This

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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

ART NOUVEAU Ring with pearl and old mine cut diamond up to 0.65ct 18k gold
ART NOUVEAU Ring with pearl and old mine cut diamond up to 0.65ct 18k gold

ART NOUVEAU Ring with pearl and old mine cut diamond up to 0.65ct 18k gold

Located in The Hague, ZH

by email after purchase before shipping. Weight: 3.0 grams Set with: - 1 x 5.7 mm freshwater pearl

Category

1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

GIA Certified .19 Carat Yogo Gulch Sapphire Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
GIA Certified .19 Carat Yogo Gulch Sapphire Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace

GIA Certified .19 Carat Yogo Gulch Sapphire Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace

Located in Stamford, CT

yellow gold pendant setting accented with 2 natural baroque freshwater pearls, with a 19 inch 14k yellow

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace and pendant with pearl and old mine cut diamonds up to 1.50ct 14k gold
Necklace and pendant with pearl and old mine cut diamonds up to 1.50ct 14k gold

Necklace and pendant with pearl and old mine cut diamonds up to 1.50ct 14k gold

Located in The Hague, ZH

mm freshwater pearl Color: white Clarity: ... Gemstones are often treated to enhance color or

Category

1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Imperial Russian Gilt Silver Enamel Cufflinks, Carl Fabergé, c. 1908
Antique Imperial Russian Gilt Silver Enamel Cufflinks, Carl Fabergé, c. 1908

Antique Imperial Russian Gilt Silver Enamel Cufflinks, Carl Fabergé, c. 1908

By Fabergé

Located in Chesterland, OH

accented with genuine tiny freshwater pearls. This refined aesthetic is characteristic of Russian court

Category

Early 20th Century Russian Empire Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Victorian Ring with coral and pearls 14k gold 12.5 grams
Victorian Ring with coral and pearls 14k gold 12.5 grams

Victorian Ring with coral and pearls 14k gold 12.5 grams

Located in The Hague, ZH

freshwater pearls Color: white, grayish blue, champagne brown - 1 x 2.2 cm x 1.6 cm oval cabochon cut with

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1870s Dutch High Victorian Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Coral, Pearl, 14k Gold

Pearl necklace and claps with emerald and rose cut diamond 14k gold and silver
Pearl necklace and claps with emerald and rose cut diamond 14k gold and silver

Pearl necklace and claps with emerald and rose cut diamond 14k gold and silver

Located in The Hague, ZH

grams size of the clasp is 3.5 cm by 3.4 cm wide Set with: - 195 x 7.1 mm freshwater pearl color

Category

1910s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver

Ring with pearls and single cut diamonds up to 0.24ct 10.1 grams 18k gold
Ring with pearls and single cut diamonds up to 0.24ct 10.1 grams 18k gold

Ring with pearls and single cut diamonds up to 0.24ct 10.1 grams 18k gold

Located in The Hague, ZH

7.3 mm freshwater pearl color: white clarity: … Gemstones are often treated to improve color or

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1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Pearl and emerald necklace with Mughal polki pendant
Pearl and emerald necklace with Mughal polki pendant

Pearl and emerald necklace with Mughal polki pendant

Located in New Orleans, LA

Zambian emerald nuggets and very lustrous baroque cultured freshwater pearls. As a point of interest in

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19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

Antique Victorian 18K rose Gold Cannetille and natural Pearl Brooch 19th century
Antique Victorian 18K rose Gold Cannetille and natural Pearl Brooch 19th century

Antique Victorian 18K rose Gold Cannetille and natural Pearl Brooch 19th century

Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse

seed pearls and one natural freshwater pearl, representing purity and love, a popular Victorian motif

Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Shell Cameo Pendant of 12k Gold
Antique Shell Cameo Pendant of 12k Gold

Antique Shell Cameo Pendant of 12k Gold

Located in Lewisburg, PA

beautiful woman, mounted in 12k gold and accented with a freshwater pearl dangle. The quality of the carving

Category

Late 19th Century Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Pearl, Gold

Antique Diamond, Pearl and Gem-set Butterfly Brooch
Antique Diamond, Pearl and Gem-set Butterfly Brooch

Antique Diamond, Pearl and Gem-set Butterfly Brooch

Located in New York, NY

total weight 0.94 carat); 1 natural freshwater pearl; 4 old round cut sapphires (approximate total

Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Tiffany & Co. Natural Pearl and Diamond Brooch
Antique Tiffany & Co. Natural Pearl and Diamond Brooch

Antique Tiffany & Co. Natural Pearl and Diamond Brooch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

salt water beds but also from freshwater beds of American rivers. American freshwater pearls, while

Category

Late 19th Century Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Topaz & Opal earrings 18KT yellow gold Vintage clip on omega earrings
Topaz & Opal earrings 18KT yellow gold Vintage clip on omega earrings

Topaz & Opal earrings 18KT yellow gold Vintage clip on omega earrings

Located in Jupiter, FL

Rare pearl necklace featuring freshwater pearls, natural topaz and fire opal made in 18KT yellow

Category

17th Century Artist Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Opal, South Sea Pearl, Blue Topaz, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Salamander-shaped pinjante.
Salamander-shaped pinjante.

Salamander-shaped pinjante.

Located in MADRID, ES

freshwater pearls with irregular shapes. These are attached with gold wires, adding a subtle movement that

Category

16th Century Spanish Renaissance Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Emerald, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, 22k Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace 18 KT
Victorian Natural Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace 18 KT

Victorian Natural Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace 18 KT

Located in Napoli, IT

, tested Hallmarks: some marks hard to make out Gems: 2 natural Freshwater pearls of 12 mm. x 9 mm. and 12

Category

1840s European Antique Freshwater Pearl

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

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Antique Freshwater Pearl For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact antique freshwater pearl you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and 14k Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 31 antique edition and 9 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for an antique freshwater pearl from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic antique freshwater pearl over the years, but those made by Giulia Colussi, Vicki Orr and Erin Mac Jewelry are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A bead version of this piece has appeal, but there are also mixed cut and antique cushion cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an antique freshwater pearl, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Antique Freshwater Pearl?

On average, an antique freshwater pearl at 1stDibs sells for $3,634, while they’re typically $389 on the low end and $125,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.

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The Legacy of Pearl in Jewelry Design

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.

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Questions About Antique Freshwater Pearl
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Yes, there are freshwater pearls. Certain species of pearl-producing mollusks do live in bodies of freshwater. Among them are Hyriopsis cumingi and Hyriopsis schlegeli. Most freshwater pearls come from the United States and Japan. Shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Yes, freshwater pearls are real. They come from mussels that are naturally found in lakes and rivers. However, it is rare to find naturally occurring pearls of any kind. As a result, most of the freshwater pearls used in jewelry are cultured. The term refers to pearls created by freshwater-dwelling mussels with the assistance of human intervention. Pearls produced with this process are real, but they are not natural. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of pearl jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, mabé pearls are freshwater pearls, but they can be grown in saltwater. This makes them more budget-friendly than other pearls because they’re more readily available and grow in clusters. Find a large collection of mabé pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Round freshwater pearls look very similar to Akoya pearls but are less expensive. A necklace can range from $50 to $2000.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    The rarest color of freshwater pearls is arguably lavender. Pearls that feature the color naturally are much less common than ones that are white, silver, cream or rose. Pink and peach freshwater pearls are also less likely to occur naturally. Explore a wide range of freshwater pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    The process of telling an antique pearl varies based on whether it is set in jewelry or loose. In the case of jewelry, you can look for a maker's mark and then conduct online research to find out when the company existed and made similar pieces. To be considered an antique, pearl jewelry must be at least 100 years old. In the case of a loose pearl or if you have difficulty performing research on your item, experts recommend consulting a certified appraiser, knowledgeable jeweler or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique pearl jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    Some antique pearls are worth money. How much a particular piece is worth depends on its age, style, type, maker and condition. The majority of antique pearls are likely to be uncultured pearls, as Kokichi Mikimoto didn't introduce the world's first true cultured pearl, produced by oysters with assistance from humans, until 1893. Generally, uncultured pearls are worth more than cultured ones. To learn more about your jewelry and find out what it could be worth, consult a certified appraiser, experienced jeweler or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of antique pearl jewelry.