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Blue Akoya Pearl

Exquisite 8.5mm Blue Akoya Pearl Silver Necklace
Exquisite 8.5mm Blue Akoya Pearl Silver Necklace

Exquisite 8.5mm Blue Akoya Pearl Silver Necklace

Located in רמת גן, IL

Adorn your neckline with the vibrant beauty of this new necklace, featuring a magnificent strand of 49 natural Akoya pearls. Each perfectly round pearl, ranging from 8MM to 8.5MM in ...

Category

2010s Singaporean Link Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Silver

14 Karat White Gold Blue Akoya Pearl Earrings
14 Karat White Gold Blue Akoya Pearl Earrings

14 Karat White Gold Blue Akoya Pearl Earrings

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Dimensions: earrings measure approximately 13.88m x 4.79mm Weight: 0.50 grams

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

1 Carat Diamond Ribbon Pendant in Platinum with Silver-Blue Akoya Pearls
1 Carat Diamond Ribbon Pendant in Platinum with Silver-Blue Akoya Pearls

1 Carat Diamond Ribbon Pendant in Platinum with Silver-Blue Akoya Pearls

By Eytan Brandes

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Eytan removed the stalk (which he also converted to a pendant, of course), and replaced it with a wire that holds six spectacular Akoya pearls in rare shades of silver and blue.

Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Platinum

Long Silvery-Blue Akoya Pearl Dangle Earrings with 14K White Gold Fancy Links
Long Silvery-Blue Akoya Pearl Dangle Earrings with 14K White Gold Fancy Links

Long Silvery-Blue Akoya Pearl Dangle Earrings with 14K White Gold Fancy Links

By Eytan Brandes

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

These long, gorgeous earrings by Eytan Brandes feature frosty baroque Akoya pearls alternating with fancy, dainty 14K white gold links.

Category

2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

8.50 mm - 9.00 mm Natural Color Blue Akoya Pearl Necklace with Diamond Rondels
8.50 mm - 9.00 mm Natural Color Blue Akoya Pearl Necklace with Diamond Rondels

8.50 mm - 9.00 mm Natural Color Blue Akoya Pearl Necklace with Diamond Rondels

Located in Dallas, TX

This rare beauty is composed of individually knotted, natural color, blue Akoya baroque pearls and is secured with a white gold, ball clasp, stamped 585 (14 karat) and supports white...

Category

2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

【Caelmare】Santa Maria Aquamarine Akoya Pearl Convertible Necklace
【Caelmare】Santa Maria Aquamarine Akoya Pearl Convertible Necklace

【Caelmare】Santa Maria Aquamarine Akoya Pearl Convertible Necklace

By The Pearl Vogue

Located in New York, NY

Product Details Origin: Japan Collection: Caelmare Gemstone: Natural Santa Maria Aquamarine Weight: 6.48 CT Color: Vivid Ocean Blue Clarity: Eye Clean Akoya Pearls: 5–6 mm Quality: H...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Michael Kneebone Blue Topaz Diamond Akoya Pearl Blue Chalcedony Dangle Earrings
Michael Kneebone Blue Topaz Diamond Akoya Pearl Blue Chalcedony Dangle Earrings

Michael Kneebone Blue Topaz Diamond Akoya Pearl Blue Chalcedony Dangle Earrings

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

The floral carving is exquisite and in the Indian style. Round and pearl shaped Akoya pearls (origin: Japan) along with brilliant cut white diamonds complete the composition.

Category

2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, Pearl, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold

Mikimoto Blue Sapphire & Akoya Pearl Ocean Necklace in 18k White Gold
Mikimoto Blue Sapphire & Akoya Pearl Ocean Necklace in 18k White Gold

Mikimoto Blue Sapphire & Akoya Pearl Ocean Necklace in 18k White Gold

By Mikimoto

Located in Honolulu, HI

For those inspired by the ocean, this Mikimoto necklace is just exhilarating. Deep blue sapphires gradually fade into a stunning 8mm Akoya crafted in 18kt white gold.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Angara Japanese Akoya Cultured Pearl Floral Studs with Blue Sapphire in 14K Gold
Angara Japanese Akoya Cultured Pearl Floral Studs with Blue Sapphire in 14K Gold

Angara Japanese Akoya Cultured Pearl Floral Studs with Blue Sapphire in 14K Gold

By ANGARA INC.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The blue sapphire nestled at the core looks striking and exhibits a beautiful contrast with the pearls.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Natural Grey Japanese Akoya Cultured Pearl Gold Necklace
Natural Grey Japanese Akoya Cultured Pearl Gold Necklace

Natural Grey Japanese Akoya Cultured Pearl Gold Necklace

Located in Stamford, CT

Natural well matched blue grey Japanese Akoya cultured pearl necklace.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Round Stud Earrings 18k Yellow Gold Blue Enamel 54 Diamonds 0.42 ct Akoya Pearls
Round Stud Earrings 18k Yellow Gold Blue Enamel 54 Diamonds 0.42 ct Akoya Pearls

Round Stud Earrings 18k Yellow Gold Blue Enamel 54 Diamonds 0.42 ct Akoya Pearls

By Victor Mayer

Located in Pforzheim, DE

Victor Mayer round stud earrings 18k yellow gold, Candy collection, translucent medium blue vitreous enamel, guilloche, 54 diamonds, total 0,42 ct, G VS, brilliant cut, akoya pearls,...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Enamel

Bespoke Three-Row Akoya Pearl Necklace with Diamond and Sapphire Clasp
Bespoke Three-Row Akoya Pearl Necklace with Diamond and Sapphire Clasp

Bespoke Three-Row Akoya Pearl Necklace with Diamond and Sapphire Clasp

Located in London, GB

Elegant and iridescent, this timeless Akoya pearl three strand necklace combines elegance with a glamour of yesteryear.

Category

2010s British Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Akoya Pearl Necklace with Sapphire and Diamond 14K White Gold Clasp
Vintage Akoya Pearl Necklace with Sapphire and Diamond 14K White Gold Clasp

Vintage Akoya Pearl Necklace with Sapphire and Diamond 14K White Gold Clasp

Located in Rotterdam, NL

This elegant vintage pearl necklace is composed of luminous Akoya pearls, beautifully matched for their soft glow and subtle overtones.

Category

Late 20th Century European Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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

Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Enhancer in 18K Gold with 18" Baroque Akoya Necklace
Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Enhancer in 18K Gold with 18" Baroque Akoya Necklace

Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Enhancer in 18K Gold with 18" Baroque Akoya Necklace

By Eytan Brandes

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

In fact, we are offering it with just such a nice pearl strand: an 18" necklace of super-lustrous silver-blue baroque Akoyas.

Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Three-Strand Cultured Akoya Pearl Necklace with Sapphire Clasp, Circa 1930s–40s
Three-Strand Cultured Akoya Pearl Necklace with Sapphire Clasp, Circa 1930s–40s

Three-Strand Cultured Akoya Pearl Necklace with Sapphire Clasp, Circa 1930s–40s

Located in Northampton, MA

This exquisite three-strand cultured Akoya pearl necklace dates to the late Art Deco to early Retro era, circa 1930s–1940s—a period widely considered the pinnacle of pearl culturing ...

Category

Vintage 1930s Japanese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Mikimoto Pearl and Blue Sapphire Leaf Brooch in 14k Yellow Gold
Mikimoto Pearl and Blue Sapphire Leaf Brooch in 14k Yellow Gold

Mikimoto Pearl and Blue Sapphire Leaf Brooch in 14k Yellow Gold

By Mikimoto

Located in Honolulu, HI

Item Specifications: Style: Mikimoto Pearl & Blue Sapphire Leaf Brooch Metal: 14k yellow gold Gemstones: Akoya pearls and blue sapphires Gemstones Shape: sphere and round Sapphire...

Category

Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Textured 18 Karat Gold Puffer Fish Brooch with Blue Sapphire, Diamond and Pearl
Textured 18 Karat Gold Puffer Fish Brooch with Blue Sapphire, Diamond and Pearl

Textured 18 Karat Gold Puffer Fish Brooch with Blue Sapphire, Diamond and Pearl

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Metal: 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Gemstones: Natural Blue Sapphires, Cultured Akoya Pearls, Natural Diamonds Diamond Count: 8 Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Total Carat...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yel...

.50ct Natural Sapphires Within Pearls Vintage Clover Bracelet 14 Karat Vintage
.50ct Natural Sapphires Within Pearls Vintage Clover Bracelet 14 Karat Vintage

.50ct Natural Sapphires Within Pearls Vintage Clover Bracelet 14 Karat Vintage

Located in New York, NY

Sapphires & Pearls Floral Cluster Vintage Bracelet. Sapphires mounted inside pearl. .50ct Natural Round, Blue color sapphires 6.50mm Japanese Akoya Pearls Sapphires are of clea...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Link Bracelets

Materials

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

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Akoya, Keshi, and South Sea Pearls on a White Gold Chain
Akoya, Keshi, and South Sea Pearls on a White Gold Chain

Akoya, Keshi, and South Sea Pearls on a White Gold Chain

By White Orchid Studio

Located in Athens, GA

White Orchid Studio’s logo clasp. Gems: blue Akoya, black and white keshi, and black Tahitian keshi pearls.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rope Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold, Diamonds, Baby Akoya Pearls, Ring
18K White Gold, Diamonds, Baby Akoya Pearls, Ring

18K White Gold, Diamonds, Baby Akoya Pearls, Ring

Located in Bangkok, TH

White Diamonds (round and rose cut) 0.14 cts, Baby Silver/Blue Akoya Pearls 12 pcs (from 2.5 to 4.5mm) The Glass Pinnac...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Blue Pearl Sapphire Diamond Necklace
Blue Pearl Sapphire Diamond Necklace

Blue Pearl Sapphire Diamond Necklace

Located in Barnsley, GB

Common Overtones for Blue Pearls: True blue Akoya pearls display very strong overtones of Blue and other colors.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire

Tahitian and Akoya Pearls Combine With a White Gold Chain
Tahitian and Akoya Pearls Combine With a White Gold Chain

Tahitian and Akoya Pearls Combine With a White Gold Chain

By White Orchid Studio

Located in Athens, GA

Wear solo (pictures 1-4) or layer (picture 5) with other black tie necklaces, with my charms, or a simple strand of black or gray pearls. White or blue akoya pearls with a black ti...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rope Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Green Tourmaline Cabachon and Akoya Pearls with Diamonds and Enamel Earrings
Green Tourmaline Cabachon and Akoya Pearls with Diamonds and Enamel Earrings

Green Tourmaline Cabachon and Akoya Pearls with Diamonds and Enamel Earrings

By Sarah Ho

Located in London, GB

Two green tourmalines with a total of 23.62ct from Mozambique are set amidst 0.97 pear cut diamonds, 20 Baby Blue Akoya Pearls and bright blue enamelled 18kt white gold.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Green Tourmaline Cabachon and Akoya Pearls with Diamonds and Enamel Ring
Green Tourmaline Cabachon and Akoya Pearls with Diamonds and Enamel Ring

Green Tourmaline Cabachon and Akoya Pearls with Diamonds and Enamel Ring

By Sarah Ho

Located in London, GB

The 26.9ct green tourmaline from Mozambique is set amidst 0.97 pear cut diamonds, 20 Baby Blue Akoya Pearls and bright blue enamelled 18kt white gold.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold, Enamel

IRIS PARURE, Blue Huge Akoya Pearl, Japanese high-quality Akoya Pearl Brooch
IRIS PARURE, Blue Huge Akoya Pearl, Japanese high-quality Akoya Pearl Brooch

IRIS PARURE, Blue Huge Akoya Pearl, Japanese high-quality Akoya Pearl Brooch

By IRIS PARURE

Located in Ehime, JP

The pearls used for this jewelry are the exceedingly rare Blue Huge Akoya (B.H.A.) pearls.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Artisan Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl

IRIS PARURE, Blue Huge Akoya (Registered) Pearl Necklace, 13.00mm Japanese Pearl
IRIS PARURE, Blue Huge Akoya (Registered) Pearl Necklace, 13.00mm Japanese Pearl

IRIS PARURE, Blue Huge Akoya (Registered) Pearl Necklace, 13.00mm Japanese Pearl

By IRIS PARURE

Located in Ehime, JP

The pearls used for this jewelry are the exceedingly rare Blue Huge Akoya (B.H.A.) pearls.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Oriental Pearl

Swiss Blue Topaz and Akoya Pearls gold ring
Swiss Blue Topaz and Akoya Pearls gold ring

Swiss Blue Topaz and Akoya Pearls gold ring

By William Llewellyn Griffiths

Located in Melbourne, Vic

It features four beautiful Akoya pearls, two measuring 5.5mm in diameter and two measuring 3mm in diameter.

Category

2010s Australian Baroque Fashion Rings

Materials

Pearl, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Akoya Keshi Baroque Pearl Necklace Silver Blue 14k Yellow Gold
Akoya Keshi Baroque Pearl Necklace Silver Blue 14k Yellow Gold

Akoya Keshi Baroque Pearl Necklace Silver Blue 14k Yellow Gold

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Saltwater multi row Akoya keshi pearls with south sea pearl end pearl. This necklace has 30 strand of tiny keshi pearls, it is so unique with about 1.6 to 2.0 mm akoya pearls multi s...

Category

2010s Asian Baroque Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Akoya Keshi Baroque Pearl Bracelet Silver Blue 14k Yellow Gold
Akoya Keshi Baroque Pearl Bracelet Silver Blue 14k Yellow Gold

Akoya Keshi Baroque Pearl Bracelet Silver Blue 14k Yellow Gold

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Dainty akoya keshi pearl bracelet 3 - 4mm, The shape is baroque and the color is natural silver blue.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Baroque Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Akoya Pearl Earrings With Faceted Blue Topaz Briolettes and 18k Gold Earwires
Akoya Pearl Earrings With Faceted Blue Topaz Briolettes and 18k Gold Earwires

Akoya Pearl Earrings With Faceted Blue Topaz Briolettes and 18k Gold Earwires

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful by themselves with a simple pearl necklace or as a matching earring to the Akoya pearl necklace with 5 faceted briolettes, these earrings are so flattering and comfortable ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Topaz, 18k Gold

Akoya Pearls with Faceted Blue Topaz Briolettes and 18 Karat Gold Lobster Clasp
Akoya Pearls with Faceted Blue Topaz Briolettes and 18 Karat Gold Lobster Clasp

Akoya Pearls with Faceted Blue Topaz Briolettes and 18 Karat Gold Lobster Clasp

Located in New York, NY

Fresh and young high lustre 9mm Akoya pearl necklace with faceted blue topaz briolettes.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Topaz, 18k Gold

6.61 carat blue moonstone, Akoya pearls on a handmade 14k necklace by G&G Studio
6.61 carat blue moonstone, Akoya pearls on a handmade 14k necklace by G&G Studio

6.61 carat blue moonstone, Akoya pearls on a handmade 14k necklace by G&G Studio

By Glitter and Gold Studio

Located in Seattle, WA

Something old, something new, and something blue, all in a piece with as many possibilities as the moon has cycles. The base of this 38" long necklace is an upcycled rose and white g...

Category

2010s Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Rose Gold, White Gold

Fabergé Pearl and Diamond Ring F1790
Fabergé Pearl and Diamond Ring F1790

Fabergé Pearl and Diamond Ring F1790

By Fabergé

Located in Wilmington, DE

Faberge Pearl and Diamond Ring. 18k White Gold Blue Enamel Akoya Pearl.

Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Mikimoto 8.75mm Blue Pearl White Gold Drop Earrings
Mikimoto 8.75mm Blue Pearl White Gold Drop Earrings

Mikimoto 8.75mm Blue Pearl White Gold Drop Earrings

By Mikimoto

Located in Litchfield, CT

SIZE: 5/8ths of an inch long WEIGHT: 3.5g STONES: 8.75mm blue Akoya pearl HALLMARKS: M in a shell for Mikimoto and 750 for 18k STOCK NUMBER: 18769 Jewelry a...

Category

Early 2000s Japanese Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Blue Rose Baby Akoya Pearl Necklace — 4.5–5.0mm PSL Certified
Blue Rose Baby Akoya Pearl Necklace — 4.5–5.0mm PSL Certified

Blue Rose Baby Akoya Pearl Necklace — 4.5–5.0mm PSL Certified

By The Pearl Vogue

Located in New York, NY

This luminous strand features natural silver-gray 4.5–5.0mm Baby Akoya pearls, certified by the Pearl Science Laboratory (PSL) as Blue Rose class — the highest luster rating in Japan...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

【Lustre Arc】PSL Certified Akoya and Tahitian Pearl Convertible Necklace — 87cm
【Lustre Arc】PSL Certified Akoya and Tahitian Pearl Convertible Necklace — 87cm

【Lustre Arc】PSL Certified Akoya and Tahitian Pearl Convertible Necklace — 87cm

By The Pearl Vogue

Located in New York, NY

This long necklace brings together Blue Rose Akoya pearls and Ocean Blue Tahitian pearls in a refined gradient, where tone shifts gently from soft luminosity to deeper, oceanic hues.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Bulgari Allegra Diamond Akoya Pearl Blue Topaz Yellow Gold Earrings
Bulgari Allegra Diamond Akoya Pearl Blue Topaz Yellow Gold Earrings

Bulgari Allegra Diamond Akoya Pearl Blue Topaz Yellow Gold Earrings

By Bulgari

Located in Southampton, PA

18k yellow gold diamond akoya pearl Allegra earrings by Bulgari. With 2x Diamonds 0.05ctw 1x Akoya Pearl 9.5mm 1x South Sea Pearl 9.5mm 2x Blue Topaz 8mm x 11mm These earrings are ma...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Topaz, 18k Gold

Blue Gray Akoya Pearl Necklace w Sterling Silver Diamond Beads
Blue Gray Akoya Pearl Necklace w Sterling Silver Diamond Beads

Blue Gray Akoya Pearl Necklace w Sterling Silver Diamond Beads

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Inspired by the soothing natural colors of the sea, this twenty-two inch hand-strung necklace combines soft blue dyed round Akoya pearls and ringed gray pearls intermingled with pave...

Category

2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver

Antique Akoya Pearls and Aquamarine Bangle, Blue Enamel and Diamonds
Antique Akoya Pearls and Aquamarine Bangle, Blue Enamel and Diamonds

Antique Akoya Pearls and Aquamarine Bangle, Blue Enamel and Diamonds

Located in Braintree, GB

Antique Akoya pearls & aquamarine bangle, with a blue enamel clasp decorated with diamonds.

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Bangles

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Enamel

Michael Kneebone Sky Blue Topaz Akoya Pearl Diamond Dangle Earrings
Michael Kneebone Sky Blue Topaz Akoya Pearl Diamond Dangle Earrings

Michael Kneebone Sky Blue Topaz Akoya Pearl Diamond Dangle Earrings

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

Checkerboard cut quatrefoil and heart shaped sky blue topaz are paired with brilliant cut white diamonds and Japanese Akoya pearls in these fantasy dangle earrings.

Category

2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Topaz, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Akoya Silver Blue Cultured Baroque Pearl with 14 Karat Yellow Clasp
Akoya Silver Blue Cultured Baroque Pearl with 14 Karat Yellow Clasp

Akoya Silver Blue Cultured Baroque Pearl with 14 Karat Yellow Clasp

Located in Hong Kong, HK

This pearl necklace features Akoya AA+ grade silver blue color baroque pearl.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Akoya Silver Blue Cultured Baroque Pearl with 14 Karat Yellow Clasp
Akoya Silver Blue Cultured Baroque Pearl with 14 Karat Yellow Clasp

Akoya Silver Blue Cultured Baroque Pearl with 14 Karat Yellow Clasp

Located in Hong Kong, HK

This pearl necklace features Akoya AA+ grade silver blue color baroque pearl.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved Burmese Blue Sapphire 17.10 Carat Akoya Pearl Diamond Drop Necklace
Carved Burmese Blue Sapphire 17.10 Carat Akoya Pearl Diamond Drop Necklace

Carved Burmese Blue Sapphire 17.10 Carat Akoya Pearl Diamond Drop Necklace

Located in Bangkok, TH

Surrounding by Round Cut Diamond 75 pieces 0.84 Carat. Also the pearl strand is Akoya Pearl from Japan total 62 pieces and weight is 23.88 Gram The length of this Necklace is around...

Category

Late 20th Century Thai Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Michael Kneebone Blue Topaz Akoya Pearl Diamond Two-Color Gold Dangle Earrings
Michael Kneebone Blue Topaz Akoya Pearl Diamond Two-Color Gold Dangle Earrings

Michael Kneebone Blue Topaz Akoya Pearl Diamond Two-Color Gold Dangle Earrings

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

Checkerboard cut quatrefoil and heart shaped sky blue topaz are combined with brilliant cut white diamonds and white Akoya pearls (Origin: Japan) in these dramatic dangle earrings.

Category

2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Topaz, White Diamond, 14k Gold

Large Akoya Pearl Sapphire Earrings 14k Gold 8.7 mm Certified
Large Akoya Pearl Sapphire Earrings 14k Gold 8.7 mm Certified

Large Akoya Pearl Sapphire Earrings 14k Gold 8.7 mm Certified

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Certificate #201816594 Certified $3,450 This is a Certified Authentic Sapphire and LARGE 8.7-8.52 MM appx Akoya Saltwater Pearl 14KT Solid Gold Earrings with a total weight of 5.40...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

Diamond Akoya Pearl Sapphire Necklace 14k Gold 7.9 mm 21" Certified
Diamond Akoya Pearl Sapphire Necklace 14k Gold 7.9 mm 21" Certified

Diamond Akoya Pearl Sapphire Necklace 14k Gold 7.9 mm 21" Certified

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This is a One of a Kind Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry!! Nothing says, “I Love you” more than Diamonds and Pearls. This item has been Certified, Inspected and Apprai...

Category

2010s American Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

Yoko London Sapphire, Diamond and Japanese Akoya Pearl Earrings 18K White Gold
Yoko London Sapphire, Diamond and Japanese Akoya Pearl Earrings 18K White Gold

Yoko London Sapphire, Diamond and Japanese Akoya Pearl Earrings 18K White Gold

By Yoko London

Located in London, GB

Stunning cocktail earrings by Yoko London featuring an eclectic array of blue sapphires, diamonds and Japanese Akoya pearls.

Category

2010s British Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, ...

Yoko London Sapphire, Diamond and Japanese Akoya Pearl Ring in 18K White Gold
Yoko London Sapphire, Diamond and Japanese Akoya Pearl Ring in 18K White Gold

Yoko London Sapphire, Diamond and Japanese Akoya Pearl Ring in 18K White Gold

By Yoko London

Located in London, GB

A stunning cocktail ring by Yoko London featuring an eclectic array of blue sapphires, diamonds and Japanese Akoya pearls.

Category

2010s British Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, ...

Romantic Necklace in Sapphire with a Flower Scrap Gold, Diamonds and Akoya Pearl
Romantic Necklace in Sapphire with a Flower Scrap Gold, Diamonds and Akoya Pearl

Romantic Necklace in Sapphire with a Flower Scrap Gold, Diamonds and Akoya Pearl

Located in Vannes, FR

Romantic Necklace in Sapphire With a Flower Scrap ,Gold ,Diamonds and Akoya Pearl . the clasp is beautifully decorated with a Akoya pearl, 1.22 carats of diamonds, on a white gold fl...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Romantic Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Akoya Pearl Necklace 36.5" 9mm Vintage 1989 All Documentation Mint
Tiffany & Co. Akoya Pearl Necklace 36.5" 9mm Vintage 1989 All Documentation Mint

Tiffany & Co. Akoya Pearl Necklace 36.5" 9mm Vintage 1989 All Documentation Mint

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Northampton, MA

Such an extraordinary necklace is no longer offered by Tiffany & Co. Cultured Akoya pearls over 8mm in size are rare; and pearls as spherical, smooth, luminous, and white as these a...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Bulgari Gemset and Pearl Ear Clips
Bulgari Gemset and Pearl Ear Clips

Bulgari Gemset and Pearl Ear Clips

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W 1.12 in L 1.04 in

Bulgari Gemset and Pearl Ear Clips

By Bulgari

Located in Weston, MA

These fanciful geometric Bulgari ear clips feature rainbow hued gemstones surmounting an articulated fringe of graduated pearls. 1.12” x 1.04” 18k yellow gold Approximately 3 ca...

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Late 20th Century Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mings Turquoise and Pearl Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Mings Turquoise and Pearl Ring in 14k Yellow Gold

Mings Turquoise and Pearl Ring in 14k Yellow Gold

Located in Honolulu, HI

Earrings Specifications: Designer: Ming's Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Pearls: Akoya Pearls ​ ​Turquoise: Blue Turquoise Total Weight: 5.3 Grams Ring Size: 4.75 (resizable) Stamped: ...

Category

Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Allegra Multi Gem Pearl Diamond 18K Gold Necklace
Bulgari Allegra Multi Gem Pearl Diamond 18K Gold Necklace

Bulgari Allegra Multi Gem Pearl Diamond 18K Gold Necklace

By Bulgari

Located in Dallas, TX

It features an array of attractive gems of strong and distinctive hues including: pink and green tourmaline, peridot, amethyst, Palmeira citrine, blue topaz, iolite, along with shimm...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire Pearl Earring, Earring Drops in White Gold, Event or Everyday Earrings
Sapphire Pearl Earring, Earring Drops in White Gold, Event or Everyday Earrings

Sapphire Pearl Earring, Earring Drops in White Gold, Event or Everyday Earrings

By Five Star Jewelry

Located in Austin, TX

The details for these gorgeous earrings are listed below: 1 Set Metal Quality: 14 Karat White Gold Earring Type: Dangle Earring Length: 14.92 mm Gemstone: Sapphire Gemstone Number: 6...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

A Gold and Pearl Bracelet and Ring, attributed to Arthur King
A Gold and Pearl Bracelet and Ring, attributed to Arthur King

A Gold and Pearl Bracelet and Ring, attributed to Arthur King

By Arthur King

Located in Cincinnati, OH

The 2"w x 7 1/2"l 5-strand blue-gray baroque Akoya pearl bracelet with a 2" x 1 1/2" wide 18k yellow gold freeform clasp.Along with a similar 1"x1" matching 18k gold and pearl ring.

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American Beaded Bracelets

Bulgari Allegra Multi Gem Gold Necklace
Bulgari Allegra Multi Gem Gold Necklace

Bulgari Allegra Multi Gem Gold Necklace

By Bulgari

Located in London, England

Beautiful and contemporary 18ct yellow gold Bvlgari pendant on chain with pearl detailing. This pendant features multiple stunning stones in varying designs including blue topaz, ako...

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Early 2000s Italian Drop Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Bulgari Allegra Gemstone Diamond Gold Earrings
Bulgari Allegra Gemstone Diamond Gold Earrings

Bulgari Allegra Gemstone Diamond Gold Earrings

By Bulgari

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Featuring green tourmalines, purple amethyst, white diamonds, green peridot, pink tourmalines, white shinning akoya pearls, blue topaz and golden citrines. Crafted in 18k yellow gold.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dangle Earrings

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Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Bulgari Allegra Multicolored Gemstone and Diamond 3 Row Necklace
Bulgari Allegra Multicolored Gemstone and Diamond 3 Row Necklace

Bulgari Allegra Multicolored Gemstone and Diamond 3 Row Necklace

By Bulgari

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Diamonds are G/H in color and VS in clarity Gemstone Details: Multi shape gemstones including Pink and Green Tourmalines, Peridot, Iolite, Amethyst, Citrine, Quartz, Blue Topaz, and...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Drop Necklaces

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Amethyst, Citrine, Iolite, Pearl, Peridot, Quartz, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18...

Platinum Art Deco 6.3mm Blue Akoya Pearl and Diamond Ring size 6.75
Platinum Art Deco 6.3mm Blue Akoya Pearl and Diamond Ring size 6.75

Platinum Art Deco 6.3mm Blue Akoya Pearl and Diamond Ring size 6.75

Located in Big Bend, WI

Platinum Art Deco ring featuring a 6.3mm cultured blue Akoya pearl. Cultured in Japan, the blue Akoya is a grey pearl with a blue iridescent color, not treated or enhanced in any way.

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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Mikimoto Cultured Akoya Pearl Blue Lagoon Necklace
Mikimoto Cultured Akoya Pearl Blue Lagoon Necklace

Mikimoto Cultured Akoya Pearl Blue Lagoon Necklace

By Mikimoto

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Beautiful Mikimoto Akoya cultured pearls with original paperwork. The 90 lustrous pearls measure 6-6.5mm each and the necklace measure 24 inches in length. The shell motif clasp is f...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern More Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Akoya Pearl Necklace Blue Baroque Circa 1970s Unisex
Akoya Pearl Necklace Blue Baroque Circa 1970s Unisex

Akoya Pearl Necklace Blue Baroque Circa 1970s Unisex

Located in Northampton, MA

This circa 1970s necklace of silvery-blue cultured baroque Akoya pearls is a gorgeous and unique vintage treasure.

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Vintage 1970s Japanese Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Silver

Akoya Pearl Blue Enamel Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
Akoya Pearl Blue Enamel Yellow Gold Link Bracelet

Akoya Pearl Blue Enamel Yellow Gold Link Bracelet

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Delicate twig shaped links with blue enamel accents made of eighteen karat yellow gold alternate with creamy white AAA Akoya pearl buds to create this eight inch (8") nature inspire...

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1990s Italian Link Bracelets

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

White Sapphire & Oxidized Silver Link Blue Gray Akoya Pearl Bracelet
White Sapphire & Oxidized Silver Link Blue Gray Akoya Pearl Bracelet

White Sapphire & Oxidized Silver Link Blue Gray Akoya Pearl Bracelet

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Artisan designed with eighteen alternating iridescent blue and gray colored Akoya pearls creates this bright, attractive bracelet with a sparkling white sapphire tri - link charm enh...

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2010s American Artisan Beaded Bracelets

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Pearl, Sapphire, Sterling Silver, Silver

Michael Kneebone Sky Blue Topaz Akoya Pearl Diamond Dangle Earrings
Michael Kneebone Sky Blue Topaz Akoya Pearl Diamond Dangle Earrings

Michael Kneebone Sky Blue Topaz Akoya Pearl Diamond Dangle Earrings

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

Checkerboard cut quatrefoil and heart shaped sky blue topaz are paired with brilliant cut white diamonds and Japanese Akoya pearls in these fantasy dangle earrings.

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2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

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White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Topaz, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Akoya Silver Blue Cultured Baroque Pearl with 14 Karat Yellow Clasp
Akoya Silver Blue Cultured Baroque Pearl with 14 Karat Yellow Clasp

Akoya Silver Blue Cultured Baroque Pearl with 14 Karat Yellow Clasp

Located in Hong Kong, HK

This pearl necklace features Akoya AA+ grade silver blue color baroque pearl.

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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald Akoya Pearl Necklace
Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald Akoya Pearl Necklace

Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald Akoya Pearl Necklace

Located in Aspen, CO

Fine diamonds, (218 in count) weighing approximately 4.36 cts, are pave set in this 18K ornate clasp which further centers a fine natural Ruby, Emerald and Sapphire. The colored sto...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

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

Akoya Pearl Necklace Double Strand, circa 1950s
Akoya Pearl Necklace Double Strand, circa 1950s

Akoya Pearl Necklace Double Strand, circa 1950s

Located in Northampton, MA

Their creamy coloring displays a pink and blue gleam. Cultured Akoya pearls from this era have devoted fans and I am one.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Silver

Diamond Sterling Puff Charm Akoya Pearl Bracelet
Diamond Sterling Puff Charm Akoya Pearl Bracelet

Diamond Sterling Puff Charm Akoya Pearl Bracelet

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Sixteen soft powder blue colored 7.5mm Akoya pearls hand-stung and off-set with black spinel beads create this very versatile look that can go from dress to jeans.

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2010s American Artisan Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Spinel, Sterling Silver

Necklace of Chalcedony and Akoya Pearl Midcentury
Necklace of Chalcedony and Akoya Pearl Midcentury

Necklace of Chalcedony and Akoya Pearl Midcentury

Located in Northampton, MA

It is set with an additional pearl for a total of 30 lustrous cultured Akoya pearls with the hard shine we, who love cultured Akoya pearls, so deeply appreciate.

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Mid-20th Century American Retro Beaded Necklaces

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Chalcedony, Pearl, 14k Gold

Akoya Pearl Necklace w 14K Yellow Gold Blue Enamel Rondells w Mystery Clap
Akoya Pearl Necklace w 14K Yellow Gold Blue Enamel Rondells w Mystery Clap

Akoya Pearl Necklace w 14K Yellow Gold Blue Enamel Rondells w Mystery Clap

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Fine white natural Akoya pearls are accented with colorful fourteen karat (14K) yellow gold and blue cloisonne enamel rondels giving this necklace it's vibrancy.

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Vintage 1970s Japanese Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ming's Hawaii Akoya Pearl and Blue Jade Leaf Clip on Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
Ming's Hawaii Akoya Pearl and Blue Jade Leaf Clip on Earrings 14K Yellow Gold

Ming's Hawaii Akoya Pearl and Blue Jade Leaf Clip on Earrings 14K Yellow Gold

Located in Honolulu, HI

Earrings Specifications: Designer: Ming's Hawaii Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Pearls: Akoya Pearls Jade: Natural jade Total Weight: 10.3 Grams Stamped: "Mings" "14K" Condition: Preo...

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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Jade, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Akoya Pearl Rose Quartz 14k White Gold Multi-Strand Statement Necklace
Estate Akoya Pearl Rose Quartz 14k White Gold Multi-Strand Statement Necklace

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 faceted natural pink quartz pendants with a 14K white gold butterfly form clasp.

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20th Century Romantic Beaded Necklaces

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0.50 Carat Blue Sapphire, Diamond and Pearl Earring Drops in 14 Karat Gold

0.50 Carat Blue Sapphire, Diamond and Pearl Earring Drops in 14 Karat Gold

By Five Star Jewelry

Located in Austin, TX

The genuine Blue Sapphire, Diamond and Akoya Pearl earrings are a rare beauty!

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Bracelet in Silver with Pearls Brutalist and Unisex

Located in Northampton, MA

The organic, Art Nouveau motif depicts four sizeable -over 9mm- cultured blue baroque Akoya pearls nestled within leaves.

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Located in Bethesda, MD

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Blue Akoya Pearl For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate blue akoya pearl for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and 14k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 10 vintage or 30 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a blue akoya 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. Finding an appealing blue akoya pearl — no matter the origin — is easy, but Michael Kneebone, Mikimoto and Sicis Jewels each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes uncut and brilliant cut alternatives. Most of our blue akoya pearl for sale are for women, but there are 12 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Blue Akoya Pearl?

Prices for a blue akoya pearl can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $70 and can go as high as $21,260, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,540.

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.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

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 Blue Akoya Pearl
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    No, not all Mikimoto pearls are Akoya. Mikimoto also uses Black South Sea cultured pearls, White South Sea cultured pearls, Golden South Sea cultured pearls, and Conch pearls to create their jewelry. Shop Mikimoto Akoya pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Mikimoto pearls are Akoya, meaning they come from Akoya oysters. The brand largely pioneered the production of cultured pearls, which are genuine pearls developed with human assistance. Mikimoto creates Akoya pearl necklaces, pendants, earrings, bracelets, rings and brooches. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Mikimoto pearl jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Akoya cultured pearls are pearls that come from Pinctada fucata martensii oysters. These molluscs are commonly referred to as Akoya oysters, accounting for the name of the pearls. The word “cultured” means that the pearls are real but were produced by oysters with the help of human intervention. Cultured pearls are very common, as naturally occurring pearls are extremely rare. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of pearl jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The difference between Akoya and Mikimoto pearls comes down to specificity. Akoya is the general name for pearls derived from Pinctada fucata mollusks. These are prized for their smooth texture, round shape and attractive shine. Mikimoto pearls are pearls sold by the Japanese jewelry maker Mikimoto, which specializes in Akoya pearls. Nearly all Mikimoto pearls are Akoya pearls. However, other jewelers also sell Akoya pearl jewelry. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Mikimoto and Akoya pearls.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    To tell if Akoya pearls are real, examine the surfaces of your pearls closely. Natural pearls will have variations in texture, such as small bumps and blemishes. Pearls that are perfectly smooth and identical in shape and size are unlikely to be real. You can also try rubbing two of the pearls together. Real pearls will usually have a gritty feeling, while imitations will produce little to no friction when rubbed. If you're still unsure whether your pearls are real, have a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler evaluate them. Find a wide range of Akoya pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.