Antique Saltwater Pearl
Early 20th Century Antique Saltwater Pearl
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Platinum
Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Early 1900s Antique Saltwater Pearl
Platinum
Early 1900s Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Early 1900s Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
1880s Victorian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Pearl, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century British Antique Saltwater Pearl
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
1760s Spanish Georgian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Pearl, Diamond, Gold, Silver
Mid-19th Century Antique Saltwater Pearl
1880s Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Platinum
19th Century French Victorian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1890s Unknown Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold, Silver
Late 17th Century Early Victorian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Pearl, 14k Gold
19th Century Victorian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s Unknown Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1910s Unknown Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1880s Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
1870s Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18th Century Georgian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver
1910s Edwardian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Natural Pearl
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s Edwardian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Pearl, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
1910s Art Deco Antique Saltwater Pearl
Pearl
1920s French Art Deco Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Platinum
1910s Edwardian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Mid-19th Century Antique Saltwater Pearl
Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold
1890s American Victorian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Natural Pearl
1920s Art Deco Antique Saltwater Pearl
Natural Pearl, Platinum
1910s Edwardian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
1870s Swiss Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Opal, Pearl, Yellow Gold
1870s Victorian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, Silver
1920s French Art Deco Antique Saltwater Pearl
White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Diamond, Platinum
1880s Victorian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Silver
1910s Edwardian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
1920s Art Deco Antique Saltwater Pearl
Amethyst, Natural Pearl, White Gold
Late 19th Century Russian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Natural Pearl
1910s Edwardian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1910s Edwardian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Natural Pearl, Diamond, Platinum
Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Coral, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Antique Saltwater Pearl
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1890s British Victorian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Silver
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold
1920s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Saltwater Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
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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.
On 1stDibs, find vintage and antique pearl necklaces, pearl earrings and other accessories.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024The 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.
- Are antique pearls worth money?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Some 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.