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【Conchéa】Flamingo Glow Matched Conch Pearl Pair — 1.68ct + 1.50ct
【Conchéa】Flamingo Glow Matched Conch Pearl Pair — 1.68ct + 1.50ct

【Conchéa】Flamingo Glow Matched Conch Pearl Pair — 1.68ct + 1.50ct

Located in New York, NY

A rare matched pair of natural conch pearls, glowing with saturated flamingo pink and pronounced

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

【Conchéa】Matched Pair of Flamingo Pink Conch Pearls  – 2.6ct & 3.12ct
【Conchéa】Matched Pair of Flamingo Pink Conch Pearls  – 2.6ct & 3.12ct

【Conchéa】Matched Pair of Flamingo Pink Conch Pearls – 2.6ct & 3.12ct

Located in New York, NY

Loose Pearl Dimensions 2.6ct (8.1x7.5mm) and 3.12ct (7.6x8.0mm) Conch Pearl Shaped: Natural Oval Size

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

Ultra Rare 4.40ct Natural Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl – Flame Patterned
Ultra Rare 4.40ct Natural Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl – Flame Patterned

Ultra Rare 4.40ct Natural Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl – Flame Patterned

Located in New York, NY

. Product Information Origin Japan Material Conch Loose Pearl Dimensions 7.8 x 9.7 mm Pearl Shaped

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

【Conchéa】Matched Flame Pink Conch Pearl Pair — 7.1ct
【Conchéa】Matched Flame Pink Conch Pearl Pair — 7.1ct

【Conchéa】Matched Flame Pink Conch Pearl Pair — 7.1ct

Located in New York, NY

New York within 10–12 business days. Product Information Origin Japan Material Conch Loose Pearl

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

【Conchéa】Blush Flame Matched Conch Pearls — 1.32ct + 1.48ct
【Conchéa】Blush Flame Matched Conch Pearls — 1.32ct + 1.48ct

【Conchéa】Blush Flame Matched Conch Pearls — 1.32ct + 1.48ct

Located in New York, NY

-worthy forms. Only one pair available. Product Information Origin Japan Material Conch Loose Pearl

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

Exquisite Matched Pair 7.55ct Pink Conch Pearls
Exquisite Matched Pair 7.55ct Pink Conch Pearls

Exquisite Matched Pair 7.55ct Pink Conch Pearls

Located in New York, NY

artistry and refined elegance. Product Information Origin Japan Material Conch Loose Pearl Dimensions

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

【Conchéa】Collector’s Flamingo 2.60ct Loose Conch Pearl
【Conchéa】Collector’s Flamingo 2.60ct Loose Conch Pearl

【Conchéa】Collector’s Flamingo 2.60ct Loose Conch Pearl

Located in New York, NY

Information Origin Japan Material Loose Conch Pearl Dimensions 7.5 x 8.1mm Pearl Shaped: Natural Round Size

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

【Conchéa】Rosé Ember 6.95ct Loose Conch Pearl
【Conchéa】Rosé Ember 6.95ct Loose Conch Pearl

【Conchéa】Rosé Ember 6.95ct Loose Conch Pearl

Located in New York, NY

refined connoisseurship. Product Information Origin Japan Material Loose Conch Pearl Dimensions 7.8 x

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

【Conchéa】Flaming Ember 7.17ct Loose Conch Pearl
【Conchéa】Flaming Ember 7.17ct Loose Conch Pearl

【Conchéa】Flaming Ember 7.17ct Loose Conch Pearl

Located in New York, NY

Conchéa. Product Information Origin Japan Material Loose Conch Pearl Dimensions 9.5 x 11.5mm Conch

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

【Conchéa】Flamingo Radiance Conch Pearl (Loose Gem) — 2.3ct
【Conchéa】Flamingo Radiance Conch Pearl (Loose Gem) — 2.3ct

【Conchéa】Flamingo Radiance Conch Pearl (Loose Gem) — 2.3ct

Located in New York, NY

A flawless conch pearl of exceptional rarity, glowing in vivid flamingo pink with a full

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

【Conchéa】GUILD Certified Imperial Harmony Flamingo Loose Conch Pearl
【Conchéa】GUILD Certified Imperial Harmony Flamingo Loose Conch Pearl

【Conchéa】GUILD Certified Imperial Harmony Flamingo Loose Conch Pearl

Located in New York, NY

, this is nature’s rarest duet. Product Information Origin Japan Material Loose Conch Pearls Dimensions

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

【Conchéa】Blush Flame 1.84ct Flamingo Pink Loose Conch Pearl
【Conchéa】Blush Flame 1.84ct Flamingo Pink Loose Conch Pearl

【Conchéa】Blush Flame 1.84ct Flamingo Pink Loose Conch Pearl

Located in New York, NY

A rare gem in a tender shade of flamingo pink, this natural conch pearl glows with a vivid

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

【Conchéa】Flamingo Blush Conch Pearl — 8.7ct
【Conchéa】Flamingo Blush Conch Pearl — 8.7ct

【Conchéa】Flamingo Blush Conch Pearl — 8.7ct

Located in New York, NY

-kind pendant. Product Information Origin Japan Material Loose Conch Pearl Dimensions 9.8 x 13.1mm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

【Conchéa】Flamingo Flame 6.32ct Conch Pearl
【Conchéa】Flamingo Flame 6.32ct Conch Pearl

【Conchéa】Flamingo Flame 6.32ct Conch Pearl

Located in New York, NY

Information Origin Japan Material Loose Conch Pearl Dimensions 9.5 x 10.2 x 8.3mm Conch Pearl Shaped

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

【Conchéa】Natural Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Collector Gem — 11.77ct
【Conchéa】Natural Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Collector Gem — 11.77ct

【Conchéa】Natural Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Collector Gem — 11.77ct

Located in New York, NY

This exceptional natural conch pearl weighs 11.77 carats and measures approximately 14.7 × 10.9 mm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

【Conchéa】Matched Pair Natural Conch Pearls in Macaron Colors — 10.86ct
【Conchéa】Matched Pair Natural Conch Pearls in Macaron Colors — 10.86ct

【Conchéa】Matched Pair Natural Conch Pearls in Macaron Colors — 10.86ct

Located in New York, NY

A rare harmony of color and form, this matched pair of natural conch pearls presents an enchanting

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

【Conchéa】Matching Conch Pearl Pair - 6.3ct & 5.82ct
【Conchéa】Matching Conch Pearl Pair - 6.3ct & 5.82ct

【Conchéa】Matching Conch Pearl Pair - 6.3ct & 5.82ct

Located in New York, NY

A highly rare matching pair of natural conch pearls featuring an exceptional Flamingo Pink color

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

【Conchéa】5.55ct Flaming Coral Conch Pearl Gemstone
【Conchéa】5.55ct Flaming Coral Conch Pearl Gemstone

【Conchéa】5.55ct Flaming Coral Conch Pearl Gemstone

Located in New York, NY

A collector’s treasure from the Conchéa collection — this exceptional natural Conch Pearl weighs

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Trio — 7.01ct
【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Trio — 7.01ct

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Trio — 7.01ct

Located in New York, NY

A refined Conchéa three-piece conch pearl set, distinguished by its deep flamingo pink hue and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Natural Conch Pearl — 4.59ct/8.7mm
【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Natural Conch Pearl — 4.59ct/8.7mm

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Natural Conch Pearl — 4.59ct/8.7mm

Located in New York, NY

Information Origin Japan Material Loose Conch Pearl Dimensions Diameter 8.7mm Conch Pearl Shaped: Natural

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

【Conchéa】Velvet Dawn 2.34ct Deep Pink Conch Pearl
【Conchéa】Velvet Dawn 2.34ct Deep Pink Conch Pearl

【Conchéa】Velvet Dawn 2.34ct Deep Pink Conch Pearl

Located in New York, NY

Information Origin Japan Material Loose Conch Pearl Dimensions 6.6 x 8.9mm Conch Pearl Shaped: Natural Oval

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

【Conchéa】Flamingo Aura 3.15ct Full-Flame Conch Pearl
【Conchéa】Flamingo Aura 3.15ct Full-Flame Conch Pearl

【Conchéa】Flamingo Aura 3.15ct Full-Flame Conch Pearl

Located in New York, NY

A rare conch pearl of exceptional quality, weighing 3.15 carats and displaying a rich flamingo pink

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

【Conchéa】Rare Round Flaming Pink Conch Pearl — 5.2mm / 0.88ct
【Conchéa】Rare Round Flaming Pink Conch Pearl — 5.2mm / 0.88ct

【Conchéa】Rare Round Flaming Pink Conch Pearl — 5.2mm / 0.88ct

Located in New York, NY

. Product Information Origin Japan Material Loose Conch Pearl Dimensions Diameter 5.2mm Pearl Shaped

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

【Conchéa】Blushing Flame 5.46ct Conch Pearl Gemstone (New Arrival)
【Conchéa】Blushing Flame 5.46ct Conch Pearl Gemstone (New Arrival)

【Conchéa】Blushing Flame 5.46ct Conch Pearl Gemstone (New Arrival)

Located in New York, NY

Material Loose Conch Pearl Dimensions 8.5 x 12mm Conch Pearl Shaped: Natural Size: 5.46ct Color: Flamingo

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

Paspaley Triangle Pair South Sea Pearl from Australia
Paspaley Triangle Pair South Sea Pearl from Australia

Paspaley Triangle Pair South Sea Pearl from Australia

Located in Melbourne, AU

PAIR OF triangle 12 MM PEARLS, FLAWLESS COMPLEXION, AA LUSTRE, WHITE WITH GREEN OVERTONE

Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

APC Triangle Pair South Sea Pearl from Australia
APC Triangle Pair South Sea Pearl from Australia

APC Triangle Pair South Sea Pearl from Australia

Located in Melbourne, AU

PAIR OF TRIANGLE 14 MM PEARLS, FLAWLESS COMPLEXION, AA LUSTRE, WHITE WITH GREEN OVERTONE

Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Paspaley Circle Pair South Sea Pearl from Australia
Paspaley Circle Pair South Sea Pearl from Australia

Paspaley Circle Pair South Sea Pearl from Australia

Located in Melbourne, AU

PAIR OF CIRCLE 12 MM PEARLS, FLAWLESS COMPLEXION, AAA/AA LUSTRE, WHITE WITH PINK OVERTONE

Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lot Of Oval Carved Stone Pearl Gold Mounted Cameos
Lot Of Oval Carved Stone Pearl Gold Mounted Cameos

Lot Of Oval Carved Stone Pearl Gold Mounted Cameos

Located in New York, NY

frame encrusted with pearls. Antique and Vintage Jewelry Wares and Accessories, Amulets, and

Category

Antique 18th Century Unknown Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl, 22k Gold

APC Topped Drop Pair South Sea Pearl from Australia
APC Topped Drop Pair South Sea Pearl from Australia

APC Topped Drop Pair South Sea Pearl from Australia

Located in Melbourne, AU

PAIR OF TOPPED DROP 11 MM PEARLS, FLAWLESS COMPLEXION, AAA/AA LUSTRE, WHITE WITH PINK GREEN

Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

【Crown Radiance】PSL Certified Supreme Gold 10.4mm South Sea Pearl Pair
【Crown Radiance】PSL Certified Supreme Gold 10.4mm South Sea Pearl Pair

【Crown Radiance】PSL Certified Supreme Gold 10.4mm South Sea Pearl Pair

Located in New York, NY

A rare golden treasure, radiant from every angle. This remarkable pair of South Sea pearls measures

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

【Crown Radiance】PSL Certified 16.8 mm Venus Grade South Sea Pearl Pair
【Crown Radiance】PSL Certified 16.8 mm Venus Grade South Sea Pearl Pair

【Crown Radiance】PSL Certified 16.8 mm Venus Grade South Sea Pearl Pair

Located in New York, NY

This exceptional pair of South Sea pearls represents the pinnacle of pearl selection and rarity

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

South Sea Pearl

Vintage Lot Of 41 Pearl Cameos Cameo Of Women Mixed Lot
Vintage Lot Of 41 Pearl Cameos Cameo Of Women Mixed Lot

Vintage Lot Of 41 Pearl Cameos Cameo Of Women Mixed Lot

Located in New York, NY

Lot of 41 cameo intaglio All sizes see photos for size penny in photo not included All vintage stock

Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Janete Zamboni De Farro Italian Mesh and Pearl Oversized Brooch
Janete Zamboni De Farro Italian Mesh and Pearl Oversized Brooch

Janete Zamboni De Farro Italian Mesh and Pearl Oversized Brooch

Located in Palm Springs, CA

De Farro mesh and pearl brooch by Italian-Brazilian jewelry designer, Janete Zamboni. Loose pearls

Category

Early 2000s European Artisan Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Base Metal

Pair Large Carved Fu Lions
Pair Large Carved Fu Lions

Pair Large Carved Fu Lions

Located in Pasadena, CA

and chips. The lions feature loose pearls in their mouths and open carved balls at their feet. These

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Multi Row Grey Pearl Necklace

Multi Row Grey Pearl Necklace

Located in London, GB

grey pearls, loosely twisted onto a rose-cut diamond set barrel clasp, length 42cm

Category

2010s Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Edwardian Beautiful Antique Natural Pearl and Diamond Sautoir Necklace Ca. 1910
Edwardian Beautiful Antique Natural Pearl and Diamond Sautoir Necklace Ca. 1910

Edwardian Beautiful Antique Natural Pearl and Diamond Sautoir Necklace Ca. 1910

Located in London, GB

seed pearls forming a loosely woven effect, towards the front are two round natural pearls set between

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Edwardian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Vintage Murano extra large shell clam bowl salmon glass L: 37 cm
Vintage Murano extra large shell clam bowl salmon glass L: 37 cm

Vintage Murano extra large shell clam bowl salmon glass L: 37 cm

By Formia Murano

Located in København, DK

or tip on its side, the pearl itself lies loosely in the bowl. Handmade in Italy 1960/70s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass

Isabel Marant Etoile Cotton Checked Shirt
Isabel Marant Etoile Cotton Checked Shirt

Isabel Marant Etoile Cotton Checked Shirt

Located in London, GB

tartan check pattern. Detailed with frilled standing collar, shoulders and chest. Featuring loose-fit

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Shirts

A Pair of Carved Rosewood Foo Lions
A Pair of Carved Rosewood Foo Lions

A Pair of Carved Rosewood Foo Lions

Located in Austin, TX

. Originally used as architectural elements, most likely in a door way. Each lion holds a large, loose rosewood

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures

Tibetan Red and Gold Painted Cabinet, c. 1900
Tibetan Red and Gold Painted Cabinet, c. 1900

Tibetan Red and Gold Painted Cabinet, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

facing a flaming pearl, a loose depiction of the “twin dragon” motif which embodies yin-yang forces of

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Lacquer, Paint

* 1 DOLLAR  RESERVE* Pair of Loose White South Sea Pearl  s
* 1 DOLLAR  RESERVE* Pair of Loose White South Sea Pearl  s

* 1 DOLLAR RESERVE* Pair of Loose White South Sea Pearl s

Located in Melbourne, AU

A Pair of 9-10 mm loose South Sea Pearl It consists of 2 oval shape South Sea Pearls with very good

Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

South Sea Pearl

Custom Order — Pendant Upgrade: Conch Pearl 2.83ct → 3.165ct
Custom Order — Pendant Upgrade: Conch Pearl 2.83ct → 3.165ct

Custom Order — Pendant Upgrade: Conch Pearl 2.83ct → 3.165ct

Located in New York, NY

Conch pearl upgraded from 2.83ct to 3.165ct for the custom pendant design. The new gem features

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

【Conchéa】Flamingo Flame 7.66ct Conch Pearl Gemstone (New Arrival)
【Conchéa】Flamingo Flame 7.66ct Conch Pearl Gemstone (New Arrival)

【Conchéa】Flamingo Flame 7.66ct Conch Pearl Gemstone (New Arrival)

Located in New York, NY

. Product Information Origin Japan Material Loose Conch Pearl Dimensions 9.8 x 12.5mm Conch Pearl Shaped

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

Paspaley Triangle South Sea Pearl from Australia
Paspaley Triangle South Sea Pearl from Australia

Paspaley Triangle South Sea Pearl from Australia

Located in Melbourne, AU

SINGLE TRIANGLE 13 MM PEARL, FLAWLESS COMPLEXION, AAA/AA LUSTRE, WHITE WITH PINK OVERTONE. These

Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Paspaley Drop South Sea Pearl from Australia
Paspaley Drop South Sea Pearl from Australia

Paspaley Drop South Sea Pearl from Australia

Located in Melbourne, AU

SINGLE IRREGULAR DROP 12 MM PEARL, FLAWLESS COMPLEXION, AAA/AA LUSTRE, SILVER WITH PINK GREEN

Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Custom Order — Flamingo Flame 8.325ct Conch Pearl Project Final Balance
Custom Order — Flamingo Flame 8.325ct Conch Pearl Project Final Balance

Custom Order — Flamingo Flame 8.325ct Conch Pearl Project Final Balance

Located in New York, NY

This exceptional natural conch pearl weighs 8.325 carats and presents a refined, well-balanced oval

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

Paspaley Triangle Pair South Sea Pearl from Australia
Paspaley Triangle Pair South Sea Pearl from Australia

Paspaley Triangle Pair South Sea Pearl from Australia

Located in Melbourne, AU

PAIR OF TRIANGLE 12 MM PEARLS, FLAWLESS COMPLEXION, AAA/AA LUSTRE, WHITE WITH PINK OVERTONE

Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

APC Baroque Pair South Sea Pearl from Australia
APC Baroque Pair South Sea Pearl from Australia

APC Baroque Pair South Sea Pearl from Australia

Located in Melbourne, AU

PAIR OF ROUGH BAROQUE 13 MM PEARLS, FLAWLESS AFTER SETTING COMPLEXION, AAA/AA LUSTRE, SILVER

Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Loose Pearl For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate loose pearl for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and 14k gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 560 vintage editions and 102 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect loose pearl 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. Creating a loose pearl has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Berquin, Michael Barin and Marina J. are consistently popular. A loose pearl of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring diamond, from our inventory of 182, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for an old european cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and brilliant cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a loose pearl, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Loose Pearl?

Prices for a loose pearl can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1 and can go as high as $200,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,450.

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.