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Cultured Pearl 4 Carat

Yellow Gold Diamond Cultured Pearl Double Strand Bracelet 8 1/4" - 18k Rd .80ctw
Yellow Gold Diamond Cultured Pearl Double Strand Bracelet 8 1/4" - 18k Rd .80ctw

Yellow Gold Diamond Cultured Pearl Double Strand Bracelet 8 1/4" - 18k Rd .80ctw

Located in Greensboro, NC

Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .80ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: F - G Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Cultured Pearls Total Carats: .80ctw Brac...

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Located in New York, NY

Indulge in the timeless elegance of this exquisite pendant necklace, where the radiance of 18K white gold, enhanced by a rhodium finish, converges with the mystique of a deep-sea gem...

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Located in New York, NY

Product Features: Diamond Type: Natural White Diamonds Diamond Count: 210 Round-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: G-H Diamond Clarity: VS1-VS2 Diamond Weight: 2.81 cttw Diamond Setting Ty...

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Cultured Pearl 4 Carat For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate cultured pearl 4 carat for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Silver, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 429 antique edition and 250 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect cultured pearl 4 carat may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A cultured pearl 4 carat from Luigi Ferrara, Harbor Diamonds and Yianni Creations — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and oval cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a cultured pearl 4 carat, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Cultured Pearl 4 Carat?

On average, a cultured pearl 4 carat at 1stDibs sells for $2,620, while they’re typically $186 on the low end and $267,114 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.