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Chinese freshwater Pearl Diamond Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful ring featuring a 10mm Luscious Chinese freshwater Pearl held in center by a 14K pin
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

AJD 19 Inch Iridescent White Chinese Freshwater Pearl Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
A 19‑inch White Chinese Freshwater Pearl necklace like this deserves a description that truly
Category

2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate

18 Karat Yellow Gold and White Gold Peach Freshwater Pearl Dangle Earrings
Located in Troy, MI
. Featuring 8.6-7.4mm peachy pink Chinese freshwater pearls with snake chain 2.25" long for a fluid effect
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

AJD 23 Inch White Pearl Statement necklace with Four Front Focal Pearls.
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
23-Inch White Chinese Freshwater Pearl Statement Necklace with Baroque Pearl Accents Elevate your
Category

2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Silver, Mixed Metal

18K Yellow Gold Cultured Freshwater Pearl Starburst Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
the ethereal cultured Chinese freshwater pearls, each meticulously chosen for its unique hue, blending
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Brooches

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold 7.5-8MM Cultured Freshwater Pearl Solitaire Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Grade: AAA Pearl Shape: Round Pearl Source: Chinese Freshwater Pearl Size: 7.5-8.0mm Pearl Setting Type
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold 8-8.5MM Cultured Freshwater Pearl Solitaire Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Grade: AAA Pearl Shape: Round Pearl Source: Chinese Freshwater Pearl Size: 8.0-8.5mm Pearl Setting Type
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold 8.5-9MM Cultured Freshwater Pearl Solitaire Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Grade: AAA Pearl Shape: Round Pearl Source: Chinese Freshwater Pearl Size: 8.5-9.0mm Nacre: Thick Pearl
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold 8-8.5MM Cultured Freshwater Pearl Solitaire Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Quantity: 2 Pearl Grade: AAA Pearl Shape: Round Pearl Source: Chinese Freshwater Pearl Size: 8.0-8.5mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold 8.5-9MM Cultured Freshwater Pearl Solitaire Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Quantity: 2 Pearl Grade: AAA Pearl Shape: Round Pearl Source: Chinese Freshwater Pearl Size: 8.5-9.0mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

8 mm Chinese Freshwater Cultured Pearl Stud Earrings in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
earring features a luminous Chinese freshwater pearl in a soft off-white hue, set in 14 karat white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

10K White Gold 4.5mm Cultured Freshwater Pearl & 1/7ct Diamond Halo Stud Earring
Located in New York, NY
cultured Chinese freshwater pearls nestled in a shimmering halo of natural white diamonds. Each lustrous
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, White Gold, 10k Gold

AJD 15 Inch Two-Strand Pearls in Silver & White Cross over Pattern Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
'Because you deserve to wear Pearls' Elegant Two-Strand Second Harvest Chinese Freshwater Pearl
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

AJD 30 Inch Unique White Pearl and Ruby Necklace Great Gift!
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
ruby rondelles paired with lustrous white Chinese freshwater pearls. This one-of-a-kind piece is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Vermeil, Mixed Metal

10K White Gold Cultured Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Accent Drop Huggy Earring
Located in New York, NY
Count: 2 Round-Cut Pearl Pearl Color: White Pearl Grade: AAA+ Pearl Source: Chinese Freshwater Pearl
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 10k Gold, White Gold

AJD 14 Inch Choker of Funky Shaped Silvery Pearls Golden Accents Great Gift!
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
natural beauty of unusually shaped Chinese Freshwater Pearls. These silvery pearls radiate golden tones
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Mixed Metal

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
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate

Craig Hagstrom Cultured Pearl and Black Druzy Agate Earrings in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
. Topping each earring is a lustrous 7.94 mm cultured Chinese freshwater pearl, adding a timeless elegance
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Agate, Pearl, Druzy, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

AJD Elegant 18 Inch Natural Color Baroque Pearl Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
easy wear. Features: Genuine Baroque Pearls – High-quality Chinese freshwater pearls with unique
Category

2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold Plate

14K Rose Gold 1/6 Carat Diamond and Round Pearl Floral Drop Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
: 2 Round-Cut Pearl Pearl Color: Ivory Pearl Grade: AAA+ Pearl Source: Chinese Freshwater Pearl MM
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

14K Rose and White Gold 3/8ct Diamond and Pearl Spiral Openwork Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
VS1-VS2 Clarity. A single 9mm round Chinese freshwater-cultured ivory pearl in a high luster draws
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, White Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Galatea Diamond and Carved Cultured Pearl Flower Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
-inspired beauty. At its heart lies a lustrous Chinese freshwater pearl intricately carved with a delicate
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

LB offers strand of Chinese freshwater Gray Pearls Striped Pearls SS Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a lovely strand of new Chinese Gray Freshwater Pearls with Striped
Category

2010s Chinese Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

18K Chinese Freshwater White Fancy Freeform Pearl Necklace by Paula Crevoshay
By Paula Crevoshay
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Experience the allure of timeless elegance with this Chinese Freshwater White Fancy Freeform Pearl
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Rope Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold

Freshwater Woven Pearl Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
14k yellow gold textured clasp. 14k two-tone gold 1,300 Chinese freshwater cultured pearls, 4.5
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

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

Cultured Freshwater Yellow Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Golden yellow natural color 36-Inch-long Chinese cultured freshwater pearl necklace 11mm to 13mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

South Sea Keshi, Baroque Tahitian, Vintage Akoya, & Gemstone Necklace 36"
Located in Northampton, MA
Naturally-colored South Sea Keshi, baroque Tahitian, luminous Akoya, and Chinese freshwater pearls
Category

2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, Tourmaline, Silver

LB offers Freshwater Pearls glass Sterling Silver sewn onto a cord Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a long rope of Freshwater pearls and jet beads handsewn to a brown
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

AJD 36 Inch Long and Lovely Silvery Pearls and Black Onyx Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
36-Inch Iridescent Silvery Chinese Freshwater Keshi Pearl and Matte Black Onyx Necklace Embrace
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

14k Gold Pink Pearl necklace 8.5mm Freshwater AA+ Pink Pearl Party necklace
Located in Delhi, DL
. :Pearl Shape: Round :Type of Pearl: Freshwater Pearl (China( Mainland )) : Color: pink : Pearl skin
Category

2010s Chinese Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Royal 14k Solid Gold Round Golden Pearl necklace 7mm Freshwater pearl necklace
Located in Delhi, DL
Details: : 14k Yellow Gold Lock Freshwater pearl beads Necklace. : Item no- KM26/1001/9884 :Pearl
Category

2010s Chinese Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

14k Gold Round Golden Pearl necklace 8mm Freshwater Golden Pearl Party necklace
Located in Delhi, DL
Details: : 14k Yellow Gold Lock Freshwater pearl beads Necklace. : Item no- KM32/1001/9837 :Pearl
Category

2010s Chinese Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Michael Kneebone Peach White Freshwater Pearl "Due Perla" Drop Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Peach and white colored freshwater pearls (origin: China) are paired in these classic "Due Perla
Category

2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold

LB offers 2 strands twisted Crystal Jet Freshwater Pearls Sterling Necklace
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
. One long strand of freshwater large brown Chinese pearls, vintage faceted Czech crystals, Brown Biwa
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Black Pearl, Sterling Silver, Copper

Solid 14k Gold Mix shade of grey Pearl necklace 7mm Freshwater necklace
Located in Delhi, DL
. :Pearl Shape: Round :Type of Pearl: Freshwater Pearl (China ( Mainland) ) : Color: Mix shade of Grey
Category

2010s Chinese Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

10K White Gold 5MM Cultured Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
10K white gold. At its heart lies a lustrous 5mm cultured freshwater pearl, its serene beauty
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold

10K White Gold 5MM Cultured Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
10K white gold. At its heart lies a lustrous 5mm cultured freshwater pearl, its serene beauty
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold

10K White Gold 5MM Cultured Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
10K white gold. At its heart lies a lustrous 5mm cultured freshwater pearl, its serene beauty
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold

10K White Gold 5MM Cultured Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
10K white gold. At its heart lies a lustrous 5mm cultured freshwater pearl, its serene beauty
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold

10K White Gold 5MM Cultured Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
10K white gold. At its heart lies a lustrous 5mm cultured freshwater pearl, its serene beauty
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold

10K White Gold 5MM Cultured Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
10K white gold. At its heart lies a lustrous 5mm cultured freshwater pearl, its serene beauty
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold

10K White Gold 5MM Cultured Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
10K white gold. At its heart lies a lustrous 5mm cultured freshwater pearl, its serene beauty
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold

18K Rose Gold 1/2 Cttw Diamond & Freshwater Pearl Double Strand Station Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Weight : 0.44 cttw Diamond Setting Type: Bezel Pearl Type: Chinese Freshwater Cultured Pearl Color: Ivory
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Rose Go...

Classy 14k Gold Light Pink Tiny Pearl necklace 4-5mm Freshwater Royal necklace
Located in Delhi, DL
. :Pearl Shape: Round :Type of Pearl: Freshwater Pearl (China( Mainland )) : Color: pink : Pearl skin
Category

2010s Chinese Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

18K Rose Gold 3/8 Cttw Diamond and Freshwater Pearl Blossom Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
, Shape: Round, Total Carat Weight: 0.08, Treatment: None • Pearl Type: Chinese-freshwater-cultured
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

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

18K 2 3/4 Cttw Diamond and 12.5 MM Cultured Freshwater Pearl Floral Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
heart of this botanical wonder lies a lustrous 12.5 mm Chinese cultured freshwater pearl, its creamy hue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Grey Pearls Antiques Chinese Carved Lacquer 18k Gold Long Necklace
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Long grey pearls necklace with 3 antiques Chinese 1920 lacquer engrave with flower. They have the
Category

2010s Italian Artisan Link Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold

14k solid Gold Rare Pink Pearl necklace 7mm Freshwater wedding Party necklace
Located in Delhi, DL
. :Pearl Shape: Round :Type of Pearl: Freshwater Pearl (China( Mainland )) : Color: pink : Pearl skin
Category

2010s Australian Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Baroque Pearls Rope Necklace 18K Gold
Located in Westport, CT
. 37.5" Total Length Round Natural Freshwater Pearls 8mm, From HangZhou China Extra Large Natural
Category

2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Jade & Akoya Peal Stretch Bracelet with Jadeite Dangle 7 1/2" Small to Medium
By Augusten Burroughs
Located in Northampton, MA
dangles from a removable gold-filled charm that is further embellished with a lovely Chinese freshwater
Category

2010s American Artisan Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Jade, 10k Gold

White button Pearl vintage rose cut diamond bead sterling silver necklace
Located in Delhi, DL
This beautiful pearl necklace with rose cut diamond bead is a beautiful piece of jewelry. :Pearl
Category

2010s Chinese Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

Vintage Art Deco Biwa and Baroque Pearl Necklace, Japan, 29 Inches
Located in Chesterland, OH
today, and if you do, chances are they’re just stick-shaped freshwater pearls from China. You may find
Category

20th Century Japanese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl

LB offers Vintage carved Tibetan Coral Pearls Cinnabar Sterling Silver Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
. Carved Cinnabar red Chinese beads, large White Freshwater Pearls, Sterling Silver disc spacers and clasp
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Pearl, Sterling Silver

Michael Kneebone Baroque Pink Pearl Stud Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
(origin: China) are a luscious peachy/pink color. They possess the rich luster freshwater pearls are
Category

2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Luscious Chocolate Pearl Diamond Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful ring featuring a 10mm Chinese freshwater Chocolate Pearl held in center by a 14K pin
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Cultured Pearl and Diamond Dangle Ornate Choker Style Necklace in 10K White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
sophisticated ensemble. Metal: 10 Karat White Gold Gemstones: Chinese Freshwater Cultured Pearls, Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold

Turquoise, gray cultured pearls, gold vermeil and silver exotic style necklace.
Located in New Orleans, LA
for aesthetic value. I do not know their origin. The pearls are Chinese freshwater.
Category

2010s American Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Vermeil

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Chinese Freshwater Pearl For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact chinese freshwater pearl you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 1 antique edition and 14 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a chinese freshwater pearl may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a chinese freshwater pearl has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Giulia Colussi, Lilly Fitzgerald and Peter Suchy are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for a bead version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a chinese freshwater pearl, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Chinese Freshwater Pearl?

The price for a chinese freshwater pearl starts at $850 and tops out at $14,995 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $4,550.

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.

Questions About Chinese 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 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 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 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Round freshwater pearls look very similar to Akoya pearls but are less expensive. A necklace can range from $50 to $2000.