Gem And Pearl
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Brooches
Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s American Romantic Anklets
Pearl, Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Spinel, Gold-filled
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Pearl
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Solitaire Rings
Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold
1990s American Beaded Bracelets
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Engagement Rings
Emerald, Diamond, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1940s Unknown Chain Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Jade, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Three-Stone Rings
Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1950s British Stud Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
1990s English Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Wedding Rings
Turquoise, Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
Vintage 1970s Unknown Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
20th Century French Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 1890s French Belle Époque Solitaire Rings
Emerald, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings
Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Go...
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Clip-on Earrings
Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, Peridot, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Top...
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Three-Stone Rings
Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Early 2000s American Artisan Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s American Retro Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Clamper Bracelets
2010s Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Silver
Antique 1890s Unknown Bangles
Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold, Silver
2010s Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Silver
Vintage 1970s Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Unknown Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 22k Gold
2010s Indian Anglo-Indian Cufflinks
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s Unknown Engagement Rings
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s Unknown Cocktail Rings
Natural Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Yellow Sapphire, Blue Topaz, Tourmaline, Green Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, ...
Antique 1870s Stud Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s Indian Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s Indian Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Victorian Beaded Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Victorian Drop Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Silver
Late 20th Century Italian Modernist Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Silver
Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Drop Earrings
Pearl, Gold
2010s Indian Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold,...
Vintage 1980s European Retro Cluster Rings
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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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.
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- What is the rarest gem?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The rarest gem is painite. Since its discovery in 1951, there have only been two specimens known to exist.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024No, jewels and gems aren't the same thing exactly. Although many people use the words interchangeably, they actually have different meanings. A gem is a precious stone in its raw state before being worked, while a jewel is the term for a gem that has undergone shaping and polishing to sell on its own or be incorporated into a piece of jewelry. Explore a large selection of jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Are star sapphires real gems?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, natural star sapphires are real gems. The star-like reflective effect comes from inclusions present in the gemstones. Keep in mind that some jewelry features man-made star sapphires rather than natural stones, making it important that you purchase from reputable jewelers or online platforms. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted star sapphire gemstone jewelry.
- Is a cobalt spinel gem rare?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the cobalt spinel gem is extremely rare and is one of the most desirable gems in the industry. It is found in a single mine in Vietnam and is one of the few gems that occur naturally. Shop a collection of expertly vetted gems from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Are black pearls real pearls?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Yes, some black pearls are real pearls. Genuine black pearls typically come from Tahiti, sourced from black-lip pearl oysters. Some jewelry features synthetic black pearls created in laboratories. Explore a selection of black pearl jewelry from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023There isn't a hard-and-fast rule about whether you should wear pearl earrings with a pearl necklace. While pearl earrings can complement a pearl necklace, you're free to mix and match pieces as you see fit. For example, you might join a multi-strand statement necklace with a pair of simple gold hoops or diamond studs. A dramatic gemstone necklace can be balanced with a pair of understated pearl button earrings. On 1stDibs, shop a large assortment of pearl jewelry.
- Is there a fake pearl?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024Yes, there is a fake pearl. In fact, many materials can be used to make faux pearls, such as glass, plastic, mollusk shells, alabaster, bone and stone. These alternate materials typically feel smooth, and their texture sets them apart from real pearls, which have a slightly gritty or rough surface. If you'd like help determining whether a piece of jewelry has real or fake pearls, seek the opinion of an experienced jeweler or certified appraiser. Shop a large collection of pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Are there freshwater pearls?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Yes, 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.
- What is a pearl clasp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A pearl clasp is an opening and closing device that holds a necklace together - in this case, a pearl necklace. The clasp works by hooking one end of the necklace into the other end and locking in place. Shop a collection of expertly vetted jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a coin pearl?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Coin pearls are a type of flat rounded pearls that are almost coin shaped. They can be worn casually or as an elegant accessory. There is a range of pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Where are pearl earrings from?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023No one knows for sure where pearl earrings originated, but scholars have determined that they date back to ancient times. According to surviving records, the ancient Chinese often presented members of royal families with pearls as gifts. During the 1st century B.C., Julius Caesar passed a law stating that only members of the ruling class could wear pearl jewelry. Shop a large collection of pearl earrings on 1stDibs.
- What are Mikimoto pearls?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Mikimoto pearls are cultured pearls sourced from Akoya oysters located in the waters off the shores of Honshu, Japan, by the jewelry house of Mikimoto. Cultured pearls are genuine pearls produced with human assistance to encourage production and promote the development of a more attractive product. Find a variety of Mikimoto pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Why are pearls so special?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023Pearls are so special because they are rare in nature. They form only when something gets inside an oyster or mussel and causes irritation. The mollusk then secretes substances similar to those found on its shell. These harden around the foreign body to create a pearl. Only about one out of every 10,000 wild oysters will ever make a single pearl, and the vast majority of the pearls that occur naturally are too small to use in jewelry. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of pearl jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024The process of telling an antique pearl varies based on whether it is set in jewelry or loose. In the case of jewelry, you can look for a maker's mark and then conduct online research to find out when the company existed and made similar pieces. To be considered an antique, pearl jewelry must be at least 100 years old. In the case of a loose pearl or if you have difficulty performing research on your item, experts recommend consulting a certified appraiser, knowledgeable jeweler or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique pearl jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023The TikTok pearl necklace is the Vivienne Westwood Orb necklace. It features a string of pearls accented by a unique pendant. Shaped like a ball surrounded by a ring and topped off with a cross, the orb is the logo of Vivienne Westwood. Find a selection of Vivienne Westwood jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is Korean mother of pearl?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Korean mother of pearl is abalone shell that comes from the Republic of South Korea. There, artisans use the shimmering shell fragments to decorate wooden furniture and decorative objects using an inlay technique called najeonchilgi. Shop a variety of wood furniture on 1stDibs.
- Are Chanel pearls real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Although some Chanel jewelry contains real freshwater pearls, much of their costume jewelry is made from coated glass, though they are still high quality.
- Do real pearls have a clasp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, real pearls can be on a strand with a clasp. The addition of a clasp has nothing to do with determining if the pearls are real or fake. The clasp is simply a design aspect for the piece of jewelry. Always purchase real pearls from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Shop a large collection of authentic pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Are pearl earrings flattering?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Yes, pearl earrings can be flattering. The key is to choose styles that complement your face shape. Pearl dangle earrings can beautifully frame a round face, while pearl hoops and drops work well with oval shapes. For a square or rectangular face, try round pearl studs or button earrings. For a diamond or triangular face, long, slender dangles set with pearls are often a great choice. Feel free to try on different types of earrings to see what you like best. Shop a large collection of pearl earrings on 1stDibs.
- Are pearl earrings out of style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023No, pearl earrings are not out of style. Although trends are subject to seasonal change, pearls have remained popular for a very long time. Wearing pearls dates back to at least 420 B.C., with jewelry discovered in the sarcophagus of Persian royalty. Contemporary designers now experiment with unusual shapes, colors and treatments, pushing pearl jewelry beyond the traditional strand of perfect white spheres. As a result, you can find pearl earrings that are timeless, as well as looks that are in line with the latest trends. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of pearl earrings.