Fancy Seed Pearl necklace 14KT yellow gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Pearl seed necklace 100% natural very unique and floral. Made in 14KT yellow gold, year is unknown
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fancy Seed Pearl necklace 14KT yellow gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Pearl seed necklace 100% natural very unique and floral. Made in 14KT yellow gold, year is unknown
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fancy Yellow Diamond Black Tahitian Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
brilliant cut fancy vivid yellow diamonds in contrast. Diamonds weigh approximately. 4.40 carats and VS
Yellow Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold
$8,474Sale Price|20% Off
Fancy Quartz Pearls Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Pendant 14K Size 60 Quartz 1-49,95ct Diamond 4-RND 57-0,34-3/6A Pearls d 3,0-3,5 32-7,31 ct
Diamond, Pearl, Quartz, Yellow Gold
Mabe Pearl Fancy Yellow Diamond Ruby Sapphire and Emerald Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive mabe pearl, 0.12 carat fancy yellow diamond, 0.27 carat ruby, 0.13
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Pearl with Fancy Yellow & White Lily Cut Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Natural 3.40 carat black pearl drop earrings set in 18K yellow and white gold with 0.94 carat fancy
Yellow Diamond, Black Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
【Conchéa】Pink Flame Conch Pearl, Fancy Yellow Diamond & Diamond Pendant — 2.83ct
Located in New York, NY
adorned with a fancy yellow diamond and brilliant-cut white diamonds, totaling 0.76 carats, arranged in an
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Handcraft Australian Pearls 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fancy Diamonds Stud Earrings
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
artisans assembled with Australian and Tahiti pearls,white diamonds and fancy diamonds. Earrings total
Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$23,800Sale Price|65% Off
NWT $68, 000 18Kt Magnificent Large Fancy Gold Pearl Yellow Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Large Gold Pearl and Fancy Yellow Diamond and White Diamond Bracelet. This Gorgeous Bracelet features
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Estate Fancy Yellow and White Diamond Flower and Black Pearl Earrings
Located in Denver, CO
two round diamond center stones totaling approximately 0.30 carats encircled by five fancy yellow oval
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gol...
GIT Certificate Golden South Sea Pearls Fancy Yellow Diamonds 18K Gold Parure
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite Set features a lustrous Golden South Sea Pearls and dazzling yellow diamonds . The
Yellow Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Turtles Fancy Diamond Red Ruby & White Pearl 18K Yellow Gold Animal Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 1.80x1.10x0.70cm Color: 18K Yellow Gold Materials: "54 Fancy Diamonds 0.32 CT 4 Ruby
Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$22,320Sale Price|55% Off
NWT 49, 600 Gorgeous 18KT Gold South Sea Pearl Fancy Yellow Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Pearl and Fancy Rose Yellow Diamond Bracelet. Bracelet is comprised of 7 Beautiful Magnificent High
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
24.32 Carat South Sea Pearl & Certified Fancy Yellow Diamond Twin Ring 18K
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
elegance. Paired with the pearl is a certified Fancy Yellow diamond, a rare and highly coveted gemstone
Yellow Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
18k Yellow Gold Sterling Silver Diamond Amethyst & Grey Pearl Fancy Bow Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
- Teardrop Shape - Bezel Set - Deep Purple Color - 14.5 x 10.39mm (approx.) (1) Genuine Cultured Pearl
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
$43,400Sale Price|60% Off
NWT $108, 500 Gorgeous 18KT Gold South Sea Pearl Fancy Yellow Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Pearl and Fancy Yellow Diamond Bracelet. Bracelet is comprised of 34 Magnificent 9-11MM High Luster
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
$42,000Sale Price|60% Off
NWT 105, 000 Gorgeous 18KT Gold South Sea Pearl Fancy Yellow Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Pearl and Fancy Yellow Diamond Bracelet. Bracelet is comprised of Magnificent 10-14MM High Luster Large
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
$30,285Sale Price|55% Off
NWT 67, 300 Gorgeous 18KT Gold South Sea Pearl Fancy Yellow Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
over 6 Carats of Fine Fancy Glittering Round White Diamonds and aprrox 4.50CTS of Fancy Yellow Diamonds
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
White Pearl Fancy Diamond Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Turtle Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 2.40x2.60x2.50cm Color: 18K Yellow Gold Materials: "42 Fancy Diamonds 0.56 CT 2 Ruby
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold with Pearls and Fancy Yellow Diamonds Petal Daisy Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 1960s 14 K brooch features pearls and 7 Brilliant -Cut Fancy Yellow diamonds. Measures 2.5
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold
$49,500Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $99, 000 Gorgeous 18KT South Sea Golden Pearl Fancy Yellow Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
South Sea Pearl and Fancy Yellow Diamond Necklace. Necklace is comprised of 14 Beautiful Magnificent
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Scarselli Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond Mother of Pearl 18 Karat Gold Flower Ring
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
featuring GIA-Certified fancy vivid yellow round brilliant diamond surrounded by black mother of pearl and
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
SCARSELLI Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond Mother of Pearl 18 Karat Gold Flower Ring
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
featuring GIA-Certified fancy vivid yellow round brilliant diamond surrounded by black mother of pearl and
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Scarselli Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamonds and Mother of Pearl Earrings in 18k Gold
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
blooming with Black Mother-of-Pearl petals outlined in fancy yellow diamonds 0.75 total carat weight. These
Yellow Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
18 Karat Gold Fancy White Yellow Diamond 0.60 Carat White Golden Pearls Pendant
Located in New York, NY
discerning taste for luxury: the 18 Karat White and Yellow Gold Fancy White and Yellow Diamond Pearl Pendant
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow...
$36,000Sale Price|55% Off
NWT $80, 000 Gorgeous 18KT South Sea Golden Pearl Fancy Yellow Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Yellow Diamond Golden South Sea Pearl Necklace. Necklace is comprised of 30 Beautiful Magnificent High
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
GIT Certified Golden South Sea Pearls Fancy Yellow Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
sophistication. These earrings feature lustrous extra fine golden pearls that possess a radiant glow
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Turtle Fancy Diamond Ruby & White Pearl 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 16.5"/18" Color: 18K Yellow Gold Materials: "40 Fancy Diamonds 0.26 CT 2 Ruby 0.01 CT 7
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
6.00 Carat Natural Fancy Color Yellow Orange Brown Pink Diamond Brooch and Pearl
Located in New York, NY
From the Avis Diamond Collections: 6.00ct. Natural Fancy colored diamonds / Pearls brooch pin
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pearl, 14k G...
$14,000Sale Price|63% Off
NWT $38, 000 18KT Gold 20CT Conch Pearl Black Opal Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
and Fancy Yellow Diamond Black Opal Ring. This Gorgeous Ring features 3 Gorgeous Conch Pearls at
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Turtles Fancy Diamond Red Ruby & White Pearl 18K Yellow Gold Animal Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 3.30x1.60x0.50cm Color: 18K Yellow Gold Materials: "104 Fancy Diamonds 0.53 CT 4 Ruby
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$16,800Sale Price|60% Off
NWT $42, 000 18KT Gold Magnificent Rare 8CT Conch Pearl Fancy Yellow Diamond Rin
Located in New York, NY
and Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring. This Gorgeous Ring features a Large Gorgeous Conch Pearl with Fancy
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Turtle Fancy Diamond Ruby & White Pearl 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 16.5"/18" Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "40 Fancy Diamonds 0.26 CT 2 Ruby 0.01 CT 7
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Golden Pearl Fancy Color Diamond Earrings Leaf Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
yellow round diamonds. All our diamonds are of top quality (VVS). The pearls are untreated: their natural
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold...
$3,209Sale Price|27% Off
Antique Victorian 14k Gold Diamond & Pearl Locket Pendant & Fancy Link Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
This large and unique antique pendant necklace was crafted in solid 14k yellow gold during the
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Priyashi Nahata Pink Mother of Pearl 5.47ct. Fancy Ring in 18KYG.
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Elegantly crafted in 18K Yellow gold, this fancy ring features a stunning pink mother of pearl
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Priyashi Nahata Black Mother of Pearl 5.41ct. Fancy Ring in 18KYG.
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Elegantly crafted in 18K Yellow gold, this fancy ring features a stunning black mother of pearl
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Fancy Sapphire & South Seal Baroque Pearl Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Bochic Vintage Fancy Multi Color Sapphire & South Seal Baroque Pearl Brooch Multi colors
Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sa...
Pearl Fancy Natural Diamonds Halo Stud Earrings in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
Rose / Yellow / White Gold ★HIGHLIGHTS★ -Handmade pearl and diamond halo stud earrings -Mixed-cut
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k ...
Golden Pearl Fancy Color Diamond Earrings Two Tone Gold Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
color intense yellow diamonds. All our diamonds are of top quality (clarity VVS). The pearls are
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold...
Sunita Nahata Pearl 6.25ct. Fancy Ring in 14KYG with citrine and Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
and White diamond offer a classic yet elegant appearance. White Pearl Fancy Ring in 14Karat Yellow
Pearl, Citrine, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$37,925Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $75, 850 Gorgeous 18KT South Sea Golden Pearl Fancy Cognac Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
South Sea Pearl and Fancy Diamond Necklace. Necklace is comprised of 15 Beautiful Magnificent High
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Sunita Nahata Pearl 6.05ct. Fancy Ring in 18KYG with Pink Sapphire & Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
informal attire. White Pearl Fancy Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold with Pink Sapphire and White Diamond
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sunita Nahata Pearl 6.15ct. Fancy Ring in 18KYG with Pink Sapphire & Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
informal attire. White Pearl Fancy Ring in 18Karat Yellow Gold with Pink Sapphire and White Diamond
White Diamond, Pearl, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
18 Karat White Gold Fancy Colored Diamonds and Pearls Cross, Black Diamond Chain
By LA REINA
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds. The Fancy Colored Diamonds in the yellow to brown colors are set in yellow gold. Round Brilliant
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pearl, 18k ...
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Pearl & Multi Fancy Sapphire Earrings Set 18K Gold&Silv
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Pearl & Multi Fancy Sapphire Earrings Set 18K Gold&Silver Natural
Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sa...
Vintage Tambetti Layered Graduated 4 Strand Pearl Necklace 14k Gold Fancy Clasp
By Tambetti
Located in Montclair, NJ
look to this piece. This necklace secures with a large, solid 14k yellow gold, fancy mother of pearl
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
$44,100Sale Price|55% Off
NWT $98, 000 Gorgeous 18KT Gold South Sea Golden Pearl Yellow Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Approx 11 CTS of Fine Spectacular White and Rare Fancy Yellow Diamonds!! Each Pearl has a Radiant Hue and
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
$6,390Sale Price|49% Off
NWT $12, 779 18KT Rare South Sea Pearl Tahitian Yellow Diamond Crossover Ring
Located in New York, NY
Sea Pearl and Gray Tahitian Pearl Crossover Fancy Yellow Cognac Diamond Ring. This Magnificent Ring is
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Cellini Jewelers 18 karat White Gold, 1.34 Ct. Fancy Diamond Cross Pendant
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
composed of an array of fancy colored yellow diamonds totaling 1.34 carats, in shapes of ovals, rounds, and
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Antonio Seijo Ring Demantoid Garnet 7.7C Pearls Diamonds Emerald Certified, 2010
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
luminous Pearls, fine fancy yellow Diamonds, vivid green Demantoid garnet, and secret Emerald details. A
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Garnet, 18k Gold
Gemlok Diamond Mother of Pearl Diamond Pave Gold Clip Post Earrings
By Gemlok
Located in Stamford, CT
1stdibs. 78 round diamonds, approx. total weight 1.75cts, F, VS 2 fancy Mother of Pearl 18k yellow gold
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
David Webb Bombe Pave Set Diamond Dome Clip On Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
hidden fitting that allows for the addition of a pendant or drop—such as a pearl, fancy yellow diamond
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$2,733
Yellow Gold Pearl, Emerald and Diamond set Fancy Ring
Located in Stratford upon Avon, GB
Mid-Victorian seed pearl, old cut diamond and emerald cluster ring set in 18ct yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pistachio Tahitian South Sea Pearl and Fancy Yellow Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in Melbourne, AU
gold with a pair of trapezoid shape fancy yellow diamonds measuring 3.9 x 2.7mm bezel set in yellow
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea P...
18 Karat Gold 1.03 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond White South Sea Baroque Pearl Ring
By JT Jewellery Theatre
Located in Hong Kong, HK
- 1 Oval Fancy Yellow Diamond – 1.03 ct, FY/VS1 - 263 Round Diamonds – 1.80 ct, F-G/VVS2-VS1
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
18 K White Gold 1.03 Ct Fancy Yellow Diamond White South Sea Baroque Pearl Ring
By JT Jewellery Theatre
Located in Kowloon City District, HK
- 1 Oval Fancy Yellow Diamond – 1.03 ct, FY/VS1 - 263 Round Diamonds – 1.80 ct, F-G/VVS2-VS1
Yellow Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Unavailable|$56,500
R. Boivin Elegant Fancy Colored Diamond Pearl Gold Drop Earrings
By René Boivin
Located in Kortrijk, BE
An elegant pair of gold, fancy coloured diamond and pearl earrings by Boivin, designed as a pavé
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
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 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.