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Gray Black Dyed Akoya Pearl Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1970's Gray black pearl necklace. 200 dyed Akoya pearls 7mm-6.8mm, 63 Inches long strand, can be
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Late 20th Century More Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

Renaissance Tahitian Black Pearl Rubies Tsavorite Diamonds Akoya Pearls Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Genuine Tahitian Black Pearl Necklace with Rubies Tsavorites Diamonds Akoya Pearls of Top Quality
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21st Century and Contemporary American Renaissance Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Tsavorite, Black Pearl, Natural Pearl, So...

Cultured Pearl Necklace with White and Black Akoya Pearls
Located in Aspen, CO
Pearl necklace possessing both fine white pearls and black pearls. These pearls range in size from
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Akoya & Black Tahitian Pearl Necklace 18K Gold with Enhancer
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Akoya & Black Tahitian Pearl Necklace 18K Gold with Enhancer This gorgeous vintage
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Michael Kneebone Black Akoya Pearl Diamond Helix Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Black Akoya pearls (origin: Japan) in graduated sizes are featured in this unique Helix pendant
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold

Akoya & Tahitian Pearls Diamond Necklace 18k Gold Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Akoya & Tahitian Pearls Diamond Necklace 53.5" 18k Gold 13.50 mm Certified $ 11,975 216998 Nothing
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2010s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Midcentury Pearl Necklace with Jade Clasp Luxury Cultured Akoya Pearls
Located in Southbury, CT
This pearl necklace features a certified jade clasp that has been certified natural and untreated
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Mid-20th Century Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold

Yoko London Tahitian Pearl and Akoya Pearl Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
This mesmeric necklace by Yoko London features soft grey Akoya pearls which graduate in size and
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2010s British Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Akoya Tahitian Pearl Diamond Sapphire Necklace 14k Gold Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Akoya Tahitian Pearl Diamond Sapphire Necklace 14k Gold Certified $6,950 114992 This is a Unique
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2010s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

South Sea "Akoya" Gray Pearl, White Diamond Platinum Necklace Earrings Set Grey
Located in Miami, FL
Lovely South Sea "Akoya" Gray Pearl, White Diamond, and Platinum Necklace+Earrings Set Adorned by
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Late 20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pe...

Vintage Cultured Akoya Pearl Strand Necklace Opera Length with Diamond Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Cultured Akoya Pearl Strand Necklace Opera Length 34" With Diamond Clasp This marvelous
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold

Estate Akoya Pearl Rose Quartz 14k White Gold Multi-Strand Statement Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Stunning dramatic statement necklace of black, aubergine, green, blue and silver Akoya pearls and
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20th Century Romantic Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mikimoto Tahitian Black South Sea Pearl Gold Necklace
By Mikimoto
Located in Stamford, CT
Authentic Mikimoto 18 inch black Tahitian South Sea cultured pearl necklace. Design #XNB11018NS9397
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Black Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Whi...

Akoya Pearl Opera Necklace with Tassel 10 - 9 MM AAA- Peacock
Located in Los Angeles, CA
) Stylish akoya baroque pearl necklace with amazing black green in color, the pearls are 10 - 9 mm in size
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

White and Black Akoya Pearls w/ a fancy white gold clasp/pendant, Contemporary
Located in Aspen, CO
Fine Pearl Necklace possessing both fine white pearls and black pearls. These pearls range in size
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, White Gold

Antique Akoya Pearls with Tourmalines and Black Enamel in 18K Yellow Gold
By Andrew Glassford
Located in Dallas, TX
Estate Japanese Cultured Akoya Pearls meet a Modern styling in the Museum Series necklace by Andrew
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, Tourmaline, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Ella Gafter Pearl and Diamond Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The long necklace features a design with 10 Tahitian pearls and 12 Japanese akoya pearls. Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Crystal, 18...

14k Gold Tahitian South Sea Black Drop Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Venice, CA
This Tahitian South Sea Black Pearl is beautifully round with a gorgeous, lustrous nacre. It
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Akoya Pearl Amethyst Pendant 14 Grams Yellow Gold Great Vintage Jewelry 25 Ct
Located in Viena, Viena
bordered with small bows alternating with white Akoya cultured pearls of 6 mm diameter, set with 6 rhodium
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cascading Diamond Silver Pendant Pearl Necklace
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
pendant adorning a hand strung 27 inch AAA Lustrous Round Akoya pearl necklace. The 4 mm pearl strand is
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Silver

Mikimoto Black South Sea Cultured Pearl and Diamond Necklace PPS902BDW
By Mikimoto
Located in Wilmington, DE
A simple Mikimoto pendant featuring a single Akoya cultured pearl and diamond, set on an adjustable
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Triple Drop Pearl and Diamond Dangle Pendant Necklace
Located in beverly hills, CA
This exquisite 14K white gold necklace, adorned with black cultured Akoya pearls and diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

"Eggplant Stack" 15mm Tahitian Pearl Fob in Rose Gold on Tourmaline Necklace
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
cultured saltwater (Tahitian, Akoya and Australian) as well as high-end freshwater pearls. This
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Emerald & Tahitian Pearl "Snaky McSnakums" Fob in Gold on Zoisite Necklace
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
magnificent baroque black Tahitian pearl with strong green and aubergine overtones. It's from our pearl
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, 1...

Brown Tahitian Pearl with 14k Gold & Sapphire Bale on Iolite & Quartz Necklace
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This one-of-a-kind necklace features a near-round 13mm Tahitian pearl in an unusual brown shade
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Iolite, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Sapphire, Gold, 14k ...

Brown Tahitian Pearl with 14k Gold & Sapphire Bale on Iolite & Quartz Necklace
Brown Tahitian Pearl with 14k Gold & Sapphire Bale on Iolite & Quartz Necklace
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H 1.11 in W 0.61 in D 0.52 in L 17.01 in
1980s Diamond Pearl Enamel 18 Karat Gold Choker Necklace Earring Set
Located in New York, NY
beautiful black enamel. The center is embellished with a high quality Akoya pearl. They are secured by a
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Vintage 1980s Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Cartier Paris Calin Lariat Necklace In 18Kt White Gold With Diamond And Pearls
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
clarity. Pearls: Mounted with 3 graduated round pearls. One white Akoya of 7 mm, one gray South Seas of
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modernist Drop Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified Natural Multicolor Tahitian Saltwater Pearls Necklace 14k
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Tahitian Multicolored The Natural Pinctada margaritifera & Pinctada Fucata - Akoya
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2010s American Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

"Mousies" Pendant Pair in Yellow Gold with Tahitian Pearls on Aquamarine Chain
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Tahitians and in an unusual silver-blue shade you'd more likely associate with Akoya pearls. They're from
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Two-Piece 18K Gold & 14mm Baroque Tahitian Pearl Pendant on Apatite/Iolite Chain
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Sea and Akoya pearls -- no freshwater pearls and no Chinese pearls -- and he deals directly with the
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Iolite, Apatite, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, 18k...

Tahitian Drop Pearl on 2-Part White Gold Fob with Diamond on Ruby Chain
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Hajjar, owner of Seven Seas Pearls, based in Los Angeles and Japan. Mr. Hajjar only deals with Akoya
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Gold, ...

Tahitian Pearl Fob with 18K Gold & Diamond Bezel Topped by Sterling Swan Thimble
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This one-of-a-kind pendant by Eytan Brandes features a huge Tahitian black pearl set in an 18 karat
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2010s North American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Go...

"Hugo" 16.5mm Silver Tahitian Pearl & Sapphire Fob in 18K Gold on Sapphire Chain
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
only buys saltwater cultured pearls -- Akoyas from Japan, Tahitians from Tahiti, and South Sea pearls
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Labradorite, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k G...

Dangle Earrings in Sterling Silver with Akoya Pearls
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
. Standard for these is a white Akoya pearl but they can be made with a black, round Tahitian pearl. This
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2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Dangle Earrings in Sterling Silver with Akoya Pearls
Dangle Earrings in Sterling Silver with Akoya Pearls
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H 2.01 in W 0.79 in D 0.88 in L 2.01 in
14k Gold Dangle Earrings with White Akoya Pearls
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
pearl but they can be made with a black, round Tahitian pearl. Necklaces using this same spiral can be
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2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

14k Gold Dangle Earrings with White Akoya Pearls
14k Gold Dangle Earrings with White Akoya Pearls
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H 2.01 in W 0.79 in D 0.88 in L 2.01 in
Dangle Earrings in Sterling Silver, 14 Karat Ear Wire with Akoya Pearls
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
fabricated and finished. Standard for these is a white Akoya pearl but they can be made with a black, round
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2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

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Pearl, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

Dangle Earrings in Sterling Silver, 14 Karat Ear Wire with Akoya Pearls
Dangle Earrings in Sterling Silver, 14 Karat Ear Wire with Akoya Pearls
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H 2.01 in W 0.79 in D 0.88 in L 2.01 in
Round Radial Planet like Brochure Necklace 18kt Gold with Pearls and Diamonds
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Round Radial Planet like Brochure and Necklace in 18kt Gold with black and white Akoya Pearls and
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Early 2000s Greek Contemporary Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dangle Earrings in 14k with Round, Black, Tahitian Pearls
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
Spiral Dangle Earrings with gold spirals, and a 20 gauge ear wire. The black Tahitian round pearls
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2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

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Pearl, 14k Gold

Dangle Earrings in 14k with Round, Black, Tahitian Pearls
Dangle Earrings in 14k with Round, Black, Tahitian Pearls
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H 2.13 in W 0.79 in D 0.88 in L 2.13 in
Fine Long Saltwater Cultured Pearl Necklace
Located in London, GB
A fine long saltwater cultured pearl necklace, consisting of a hundred-twenty-six fine Akoya pearls
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2010s British Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl

A Pink Sapphire, Diamond and Cultured Pearl Necklace
Located in London, GB
A pink sapphire, diamond and cultured pearl necklace, the detachable Victorian centrepiece
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Antique 1890s British Victorian Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver

Black Akoya Pearl with Gold Plated Silver Clasp
Located in LA, CA
6.5-7.5mm 17.5 inches Black Akoya Pearl with Gold plated silver clasp
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2010s American Beaded Necklaces

Akoya Japanese Double Strand Pearl Diamond Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Tampa, FL
Extraordinary double strand of 7mm Japanese Akoya Estate Pearl and Diamond Necklace that features a
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold Chain Set with 10 Akoya Pearls and Black Diamonds Facetted Beads
By Marion Jeantet
Located in Paris, FR
18K White gold chain set with 10 Akoya pearls and black diamonds facetted beads Different various
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18kt White and Rose Gold Mermaid Pendant Necklace with Tahiti and Akoya Pearls
By Pia Mariani
Located in Milano, MI
tahitian black pearls with an Elegant Mermaid who has fun playing with multiple pearls. The pendant is made
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Tahitian Baroque Pearl Necklace
By Michael Barin
Located in Carmel by the Sea, CA
world. Unlike black freshwater and akoya pearls, which are irradiated or dyed, Tahitian pearls obtain
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18...

Tahitian and Akoya Pearls Combine With a White Gold Chain
By White Orchid Studio
Located in Athens, GA
akoya pearl necklace, especially one combined with a luxurious, white gold chain. Imagine how easy it
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rope Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Qayten 18K white gold pendant, diamonds 2.94 ct, akoya and Tahitian pearls
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pendant of rich and tempting orbs of Akoya and Tahitian pearls bunched like sweet, luscious
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Black Pearl, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Akoya, Keshi, and South Sea Pearls on a White Gold Chain
By White Orchid Studio
Located in Athens, GA
Tahitian and akoya pearl necklace, especially one combined with a luxurious, white gold chain. Imagine how
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rope Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Tahitian Baroque Pearl Necklace
By Michael Barin
Located in Carmel by the Sea, CA
become some of the most sought after, expensive pearls in the world. Unlike black freshwater and akoya
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold,...

Tahitian Cultured Pearls Diamond Necklace
Located in Encino, CA
diamond necklace. Seventeen inch length necklace features an elaborate lamuan cuoureu pearl ono cliamona
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Ecksand 14k White Gold Twisted Flower Pearl Necklace With Diamond Halo
By Ecksand
Located in Montreal, QC
Do the twist. This Ecksand Twist pearl necklace features a romantic floral design. The pendant
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2010s Canadian Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold, 14k Gold

Ecksand 18k White Gold Twisted Flower Pearl Necklace With Diamond Halo
By Ecksand
Located in Montreal, QC
Do the twist. This Ecksand Twist pearl necklace features a romantic floral design. The pendant
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2010s Canadian Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rosary Necklace with Natural Akoya Pearls and Natural Black Pearls, 18kt Gold
Located in Vicenza, VI
Exclusive Rosary Necklace Totally Brand New Natural Akoya Pearl - 53pcs / 6-6,5 mm diameter
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2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ori...

Mikimoto Japanese Akoya Cultured Black Pearl and Diamond Pendant/Necklace
By Mikimoto
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Gorgeous 18k white gold pendant/necklace with three alternating Akoya cultured black pearls and
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1990s Japanese Pendant Necklaces

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Black Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Large Tahitian Akoya Pearl Necklace 14k Gold Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
affair or a casual occasion. This Magnificent saltwater Akoya and South Sea Tahitian Pearl necklace is
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2010s Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Black Pearl, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold, 14k Gold

Diamond Akoya Tahitian Pearl Necklace 14k Gold Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Akoya Tahitian Pearl Diamond Necklace 8.50 mm 14k Gold Certified $7,950 820419 This
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2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

50 Black Akoya Pearl and Diamond Necklace with an 18 karat Yellow Gold Clasp
By H & H Jewels
Located in Miami, FL
50 Black Akoya Pearl and Diamond Necklace with an 18 karat Yellow Gold Clasp Fifty black Akoya
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2010s More Necklaces

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Pearl, Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco era Akoya pearl necklace with 18K gold diamond clasp
Located in Versailles, FR
strand Akoya salt water pearl necklace, consisting of 85 rounded pearls. The pearls have a white body
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Akoya Pearl Necklace 36.5" 9mm Vintage 1989 All Documentation Mint
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southbury, CT
This Tiffany & Co. Akoya Pearl Necklace is a scarce treasure with complete original documentation
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Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

1960s Cultured Pearl Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, approximately 22 " long. Estate Akoya cultured pearl necklace circa 1960.
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Vintage 1960s Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

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Black Akoya Pearl Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the black akoya pearl necklace you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 3 vintage or 10 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect black akoya pearl necklace may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a black akoya pearl necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Andrew Glassford, H & H Jewels and Michael Kneebone are consistently popular. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also bead cut and emerald cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a black akoya pearl necklace, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Black Akoya Pearl Necklace?

Prices for a black akoya pearl necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $395 and can go as high as $95,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,280.

Finding the Right Necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage necklaces designed by David Webb — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.