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South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Serpent Snake Pendant Necklace Fine Estate Jewelry
By Coach House
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Large South Sea Pearl Pendant coiled by a Diamond Snake…all hand crafted in 14 Karat
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Rare Large Baroque South Seas Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Solvang, CA
Estate rare large baroque South Seas pearl pendant necklace. This 18 karat white gold pendant
Category

Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Platinum, Diamond and South Sea Pearl Pendant
Located in London, GB
Large, 1970s Piece. Platinum, White Diamond and White, South Sea Double Pearl Pendant. Pendant
Category

Vintage 1970s British Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

Oscar Collection White South Sea Pearl Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York City, NY
The Statement Pearl pendant features a large South Sea 11-13 mm White Cultured pearl beautifully
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

18 kt. White Gold Pearl Necklace With Large South Sea Pearl, Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificent, Eye Catching 18 kt. White Gold Pearl Necklace With Large South Sea Pearl, Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Gold

16.5mm White South Sea Pearl Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introduce our beautiful 16.5mm South Sea Pearl Pendant, crafted in 18K white gold. This pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

16mm South Sea Pearl and Diamond Pendant with Double Strand Pearl Necklace
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous necklace pairs an impressive, diamond-studded South Sea pearl and yellow gold pendant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold,...

Vintage 15.5mm South Sea Pearl and Diamond Pendant 18K White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The 18K White Gold South Sea Pearl and Diamond Pendant is an exquisite piece of jewelry that
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

XL Natural South Sea Pearl And Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Celine Roelens
Located in GENT, BE
Australian south sea pearl of 17 mm with an exceptional beautiful golden shine. The 18-Karat white gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, ...

NWT $5, 525 Important 18Kt Gold Fancy Tahitian South Sea Pearl Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
South Sea Tahitian Pearl Pendant comprised of approx. 1CT of Fine Fancy Glittering Diamonds!! This
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

18 mm South Sea Pearl Brilliant Pendant Grandiose Jewelry Highlight 0.90 Carat
Located in Viena, Viena
, hallmarked with the Schmuckzicke logo, grandiose, great piece of jewelry with an XXL white South Sea cultured
Category

2010s European Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

French Geometric Pendant in 18Kt Yellow Gold VS Diamonds South Sea Pearl
Located in Miami, FL
Geometric pendant with large South Sea pearl and diamonds. A modernist European piece crafted in
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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Diamond "Black Box" Pendant with Gold South Sea Pearl & 18k Chain
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Combining a great new bale design by Eytan Brandes with a great big golden South Sea pearl, this
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 14...

Black Diamond "Black Box" Pendant with Gold South Sea Pearl & 18k Chain
Black Diamond "Black Box" Pendant with Gold South Sea Pearl & 18k Chain
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H 1.26 in W 0.31 in Dm 0.31 in L 18.12 in
1990's South Sea Pearl 27.30cts Diamond Platinum Dangle Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Be the center of attention with this stunning South Sea Pearl Diamond Platinum Dangle Choker
Category

1990s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

A Baroque South Sea Pearl Pendant hanging from a 24 Inch Beaded Garnet Necklace
By Kary Adam
Located in Coupeville, WA
A large lovely Pearlescent Baroque Pearl Pendant hanging from a 24 Inch Beaded Garnet Necklace. The
Category

2010s American Baroque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, South Sea Pearl

White South Sea Pearl and Diamond Necklace in 18K 2 Tone Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pendant necklace with large 11-12 mm white South sea round pearls and 0.49 ct. natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold

Ella Gafter Diamond Ruby Pearl Tassel Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The diamond, ruby and pearl chandelier pendant features a cascade with 6 South Sea pearls of 12mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Large pearl Necklace 18 Karat White Gold and Platinum Large Grey South Sea Pearl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Impressive Necklace with a very large Pearl pendant Pearl size approx. 17mm Grey South Sea Pearl
Category

2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, White Gold, Platinum

NWT $3, 750 Important 18Kt Gold Fancy Pink Pearl Sapphire Ruby Pendant Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Genuine Large Pink Pearl Pendant Necklace and Earring Set Magnificently adorned with 3 Carats of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Cream 17mm Cultured Pearl 18k Gold and Diamond Pendant Handmade Choker
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Cream cultured pearl choker pendant. Hand crafted. Large 17mm cultured cream pearl. It is a stunner
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Yellow Diamond, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Oriental Pearl...

Ella Gafter Sapphire Diamond Pearl Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
Sea pearl of 14mm diameter suspending a larger golden pearl of 18mm. The pendant is accompanied by a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Ella Gafter Pearl Diamond Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This South Sea pearl pendant necklace features a fine, large Australian pearl of 17 x 15mm size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Crystal, Sapphire, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Blue ...

Coral Diamond Pearl Signed Ghelli Cornetto Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
embellished with a rare 18 mm. x 15 mm. large baroque shaped South Sea Pearl of lustrous white silvery sheen
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Ella Gafter Yellow Sapphire Diamond Pearl Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
Sea pearl suspending a larger golden pearl of 16mm. The pendant is accompanied by a chain decorated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Wh...

Ella Gafter Blue Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
a crown of round diamonds. The jewel suspends 2 splendid South Sea pearls, the larger one being of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

LB Sterling Silver vintage brooch Hobe earring concha Peacock pearls necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
sterling silver concha belt section as a hanging pendant with a large baroque peacock pearl as an accent
Category

Mid-20th Century American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sterling Silver

"Mousies" Pendant Pair in Yellow Gold with Tahitian Pearls on Aquamarine Chain
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
. Mr. Hajjar deals only with saltwater pearls (Akoya, South Sea and Tahitian), and he only deals
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Diamond and Pearl Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Clarity: VS Diamond Color: G ​ ​Diamond Carat Weight: ~7.00 carats ​ ​Pearls: South Sea pearls Pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Black Tahitian Cultured Pearl Diamond Pendant Vintage 18 Karat White Gold Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
stylish pendant is designed in a retro 60s style. The two large black South Sea pearls make a statement
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

South Sea Pearl Necklace and Diamond Citrine Pearl Enhancer on 18ct White Gold
Located in LEEDERVILLE, WA
Elegant Pearl strand with 8.8mm perfectly round AAA grade white South Sea Pearls and an 18ct white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gold

South Sea Pearls Natural 15" Gold and Diamond Circular Cluster Cocktail Necklace
Located in Aventura, FL
This Large Size Strand of Pearls with sizes from 8.mm /0.31 inches at the clasp to a center front
Category

20th Century Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, White Gold

South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Moonstone Earrings in 18K Solid Yellow Gold
By Renate Exclusive
Located in Astoria, NY
These earrings are real eye-catchers! Long, large South Sea Pearls ( 14.2x13.8mm ) and a 10mm 14K
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

15mm White South Sea Pearl and Diamond Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous drop pendant features a large, fine-quality white South Sea pearl with beautiful
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

White South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Diamonds Earrings in 14/18 Solid Yellow Gold
By Renate Exclusive
Located in Astoria, NY
These earrings are real eye-catchers! Long, large South Sea Pearls ( 15.3mm x 17.35mm ) and a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

White South Sea Pearl, Emerald, Diamonds Earrings in 14/18 Solid Yellow Gold
By Renate Exclusive
Located in Astoria, NY
These earrings are real eye-catchers! Long, large South Sea Pearls ( 13.5mm ) and a wonderful
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Coral Diamond And South Sea Pearls Cameo Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
diamonds with an estimate weight of 0.75 carats and 5 large South sea pearls and 3 coral drops Dimensions
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Vintage 1970s Greek Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Diamond Earrings in 14/18 Solid Yellow Gold
By Renate Exclusive
Located in Astoria, NY
are real eye-catchers! Long, large White South Sea Pearls ( 13.5mm ) and a wonderful flower with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Art Deco Necklace Enhancer, pendant, Gold, With Diamonds and South Sea Pearl
Located in Berlin, DE
Enchanting Art Deco Necklace Enhancer (pendant) with large diamond of approx. 0.4 carat (P / white
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Vintage 1910s Art Deco Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Tahitian Pearl Fob with 18K Gold & Diamond Bezel Topped by Sterling Swan Thimble
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
, Tahitian, Australian (i.e., South Sea) and Japanese akoya pearls -- no fresh water, and no Chinese
Category

2010s North American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

"Hugo" 16.5mm Silver Tahitian Pearl & Sapphire Fob in 18K Gold on Sapphire Chain
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
only buys saltwater cultured pearls -- Akoyas from Japan, Tahitians from Tahiti, and South Sea pearls
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Labradorite, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k G...

14.89 Carat Minor Oil Colombian Emerald & Green Gold Enamel Art Nouveau Necklace
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Art Nouveau Style 14.89 Carat Oval Cut Minor Oil Colombian Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, and
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

8.57 Carat Sea of Cortez Pearl, 39.62 Carat Rock Crystal, Diamond, Gold Brooch
Located in Woodstock, GA
8.57 Carat Sea of Cortez Pearl, 39.62 Carat Rock Crystal, Diamond, White Gold Brooch, In Stock
Category

2010s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Rock Crystal, Gold, White Gold

Portuguese Iberian 1850 Filigree Brooch In 21Kt Yellow Gold With Seed Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
additional larger seed pearls decorate the round parts above. It is fitted at the reverse with a hinged pin
Category

Antique 1850s Portuguese High Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ella Gafter Seahorse Diamond Brooch Pin
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
curls around an exceptionally large and beautiful oval South Sea pearl of 18mm size. The pearl pendant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tom Castor King Condor Bird Pendant Enhancer Diamond Sapphire Silver Vulture
By Tom Castor
Located in Lambertville , NJ
large South Sea and Tahitian Pearls / as shown in product photos, Pearls are shown as an example only
Category

2010s American Artisan Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow ...

Lust Pearls London Blue Topaz Pendant 0.30 Carat Diamonds South Sea Pearl
By Lust Pearls
Located in Broome, Western Australia
pink color, Australian South Sea pearl. The topaz and diamond pendant has very purposefully been
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Topaz, 1...

Large Round Tahitian South Sea Pearl and Diamond Pendant
Located in Melbourne, AU
A large round Tahitian South Sea pearl measuring 16.1mm with grey tones and few natural surface
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Large South Sea Pearl Round Pendant 18 Karat Solid Gold
Located in Cordoba, ES
A Large Natural Color South Sea Pearl. Origin: The Pinctada Maxima Oyster and Australia ocean
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Gold

South Sea Pearl Necklace and Golden Pearl Pendant, 18 Karat Gold
Located in Cordoba, ES
A Natural Color South Sea Pearls Necklace - Size of Pearls 8-10 mm of diameter necklace - Pendant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Gold

South Sea Pearl Necklace and Golden Pendant Round, 18 Karat Gold
Located in Cordoba, ES
A Natural Color South Sea Pearls necklace - Size of Pearls 8-10 mm of diameter necklace - Pendant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold

Donna Vock Platinum South Sea Cultured Pearl and Diamond Necklace
By Donna Vock
Located in New York, NY
. Platinum Diamonds South Sea Pearl Pendant The one South Sea Cultured Pearl Drop is 16mm x 12.8mm There are
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

Giulians 19mm Baroque South Sea Pearl and 1.01ct F VS2 Diamond Necklace Pendant
By Giulians
Located in Sydney, NSW
Giulians 18 karat white gold Australian cultured south sea baroque pearl and diamond pendant. This
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Baroque South Sea Pearl and Diamond Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lustrous, large 20mm baroque south sea pearl pendant surmounted by a crown of pear shaped
Category

Late 20th Century More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

3 Drop White Black Golden South Sea Pearl Pendant Necklace
By Lings Jewellery
Located in Hong Kong, HK
13mm black Tahitian pearl, and finally a large 14 x 18mm golden south sea pearl are set in this elegant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Assael Prince Dmitri South Sea Pearl Citrine Peridot Gold Pendant Brooch
By Assael
Located in Lambertville, NJ
and center 15.5mm South Sea pearl. Retail $28000. Brooch/Pendant is 45mm x 45mm. Weight - 28 grams
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Citrine, South Sea Pearl, Peridot, Gold

4 Drop Black White Green-Grey Golden South Sea Pearl Pendant
By Lings Jewellery
Located in Hong Kong, HK
white south sea pearl, a 12.5mm green-grey south sea pearl, and finally a large 13.5 x 15.5mm golden
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Ana De Costa Yellow Gold Green Round Tsavorite Black Tahitian Pearl Drop Pendant
By Ana de Costa
Located in London, Kent
This pendant has been handcrafted in 18ct yellow gold and is a unique one of a kind piece. The
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Black Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Tsavorite, Gold, 18...

Baroque South Sea and FW Pearl Necklace with Pink Sapphires and Diamond Clasp
By Bijoux De Mer Fine Jewelry
Located in Miramar Beach, FL
This combination of pink sapphires and white, baroque South Sea and freshwater pearls is a stunner
Category

2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Vintage Tiffany & Co. / Diamond & Pearl Frog Set
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Beautiful and Whimsical Frog Set; each set with a South Sea Pearl enhanced with Diamond body and
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

South Sea Pearl and Diamond Pendant Necklace in White Gold
Located in Boston, MA
A beautiful south sea pearl, and diamond pendant necklace in white gold. Set with a total of sixty
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold

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Large South Sea Pearl Pendants For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of large south sea pearl pendants. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and white gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 16 vintage editions and 23 modern creations to choose from as well. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 20th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of large south sea pearl pendants made by contemporary jewelers — as well as those associated with artisan — are very popular. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Ella Gafter, Renate Exclusive and AB Jewelry NYC are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for round cut large south sea pearl pendants and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes bead and brilliant cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of large south sea pearl pendants, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Large South Sea Pearl Pendants?

On average, large south sea pearl pendants at 1stDibs sell for $3,867, while they’re typically $605 on the low end and $59,999 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage necklaces designed by David Webb — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.