$16,360
W 2.34 in L 2.13 in
Edwardian Birks of Canada Aquamarine, Pearl, Diamond and Gold Bangle, circa 1905
By Birks
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian aquamarine, diamond, pearl and gold bangle, by Birks, of Canada, with three
Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
BIRKS - Baroque Cultured Pearl Necklace - 60" Long - 8.5 x 7.0 mm. - Circa 1980
By Birks
Located in Chatham, CA
BIRKS - Vintage 8.5 x 7.0 mm. hand knotted baroque cultured pearl necklace - good luster
Cultured Pearl
Birks of Canada Ladies 18Kt. Yellow Gold Pearl Bezel Dress Manual Watch, 1910s
By Birks and Son
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Henry Birks and Sons / Canada STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Dress Style METAL
Yellow Gold
$6,955
H 0.44 in W 0.92 in L 1.85 in
42.50 Carat Aquamarine and Pearl, 18k Yellow Gold Birks Brooch Circa 1935
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 42.50 carat aquamarine and pearl, 18 karat yellow gold
Aquamarine, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Birks Cultured Pearl and Rose Cut Diamond Wreath Brooch 14 Karat Gold
By Birks
Located in Aurora, Ontario
Birks (previously henry birks and sons) is a prestigious canadian jewellery company that has been a
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique Amethyst and Natural Pearl Gold Brooch, by Birks, circa 1895
By Birks
Located in Aspen, CO
estimated to weigh over 22 cts. There are 18 natural oriental round pearls, measuring 2-3 mm. These pearls
Amethyst, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Birks Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Earrings in 18kt White Gold w/Box
By Birks
Located in Port Hope, ON
Birks is a Canadian high end jewelry store first opened in Montreal in 1879, by Henry Birks who was
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Birks Art Deco Mother of Pearl Sterling Silver Cufflink Stud and Button Set
By Birks
Located in Narberth, PA
A lovely Birks cufflink set from the Art Deco (ca1920) era! This boxed set includes a pair of
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Cartier Platinum Ring with Colombian Emerald, AGL Certified
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent Cartier signed ring, showcasing a vivid 12.25-carat Colombian emerald, certified by the American Gemological Laboratories (AGL). The emerald, cut in a bold rectangular ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco Pearl Diamond Platinum Choker Collar Necklace
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Art Deco Akoya Pearl diamond platinum choker collar necklace, circa 1930s. The Art Deco Akoya Pearl Diamond Platinum Choker Necklace, crafted in the 1930s, epitomizes the elegance a...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
$26,900
H 2.09 in W 0.67 in
Victorian 8.80 C. Natural Untreated Sapphire Rose Cut Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Victorian period Diamond and Sapphire earrings, 1880 ca Hand fabricated in solid 18 KT gold topped by silver Exquisitely designed in a double cluster for an amazing visual impact The...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Henry Birks & Sons Platinum Ladies Dress Watch circa 1920's
By Birks and Son
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Henry Birks & Sons STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Diamond Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum and Diamonds CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm "Lu...
Platinum
Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Wrist Watch, 26 X 9 M.M. 2 Piece Platinum Case set with European cut Diamonds totaling 1 Carat, the case sides and back are fu...
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian, 23.17 Carat Old Cushion Shape Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Victorian drop earrings! 36 gradual old European diamonds set in gold & silver in a circular shape & filigree workmanship, with estimated total weight of 8 carats Center di...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Certified 4.97ct Fancy Light Yellow Old Cushion Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A beautiful antique 4.97ct old cushion cut diamond three stone ring set in 18k yellow gold and platinum. The ring is centrally set with a stunning antique old cushion cut diamond wh...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
BUCCELLATI Aquamarine Diamond Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Gianmaria Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite vintage Gianmaria Buccellati cocktail ring is crafted in 18k brushed and textured yellow gold with white gold accents. This ring is set with a faceted oval 7.0mm x 10....
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
$3,500
Tiffany & Co. Gold Watch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18k gold watch by Tiffany & Co, with original leather band and 18k gold T & Co buckle. Case measures 32mm x 40mm. Band is 8" long. Silvered dial with Roman black markers. Qu...
Gold
Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold Ladies Dress Watch circa 1950 with Original Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold / Set with Vintage Rose Cut Stones .75Cts. CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZ...
18k Gold
Shreve & Co Platinum Ladies Dress Watch
By Shreve & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Shreve & Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Platinum and Diamond Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum & Diamonds CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 32mm Length X 23mm Dia...
Platinum
Cartier Baignoire 18K Yellow Gold Watch WGBA0050 Size 17
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Baignoire 18K Yellow Gold Watch WGBA0050 Size 17 - Quartz. 18K Yellow gold (18 mm). Silver dial with blue hands and black Roman numerals. 18K yellow gold bracelet with 18K y...
Victorian diamond pendant/brooch, circa 1880.
Located in London, GB
Victorian diamond pendant/brooch. Centrally set with a cushion shape old mine diamond in an open back cut-down setting with an approximate weight of 1.35 carats, adorned with twenty ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
CARTIER Diamond, Onyx and Emerald Panthere Clip Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
One of Cartier's most iconic high jewelry lines, Panthère de Cartier, has symbolized elegance and strength since its debut in 1914. Known for its majestic and fierce design, the pant...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Geneva, CH
Van Cleef and Arpels 18k yellow gold wristwatch. Signed and numbered. Bracelet size: From 14.9 centimeters to 18.00 centimeters. Total bracelet length: 21.00 centimeters. Case: 3.00...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$18,000
W 0.8 in L 2.5 in
GIA Cert 8.70 Carat Ruby, Emerald, and Diamond Chandelier Earrings in 18 Karat
Located in Southport, CT
Absolutely stunning earrings from the early 20th century. They sit so perfectly on the ear without the slightest pulling. I reference these earrings as the perfect dangle. Gemst...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 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.