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AJD Double-Strand Freshwater Pearl and Garnet Necklace January Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
combined with glowing white freshwater pearls to create this sophisticated and elegant necklace. The
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Garnet, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Rhodolite, Gold Plate

1950s Double Strand Pink Freshwater Pearl Necklace w/ Pink Velvet Closure
Located in Maywood, NJ
Double stranded pink freshwater pearls, carefully separated by individual translucent glass seed
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Vintage 1950s American Art Nouveau Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl

18K Rose Gold 1/2 Cttw Diamond & Freshwater Pearl Double Strand Station Necklace
Located in New York, NY
double strand design that can be worn with a variety of different styles. Multi-sized Chinese freshwater
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gol...

Natural Akoya and Freshwater Endless Necklace
Located in New York, NY
9.7mm Natural Fresh Water & Akoya Pearls Necklace AAA Quality Endless necklace / can be worn as
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2010s American Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl

Natural Fresh Water Cultured Pearl Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
GIA certified, natural freshwater cultured pearls. The strand of pearls is 60 inches long, equal to
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl

AJD Three-Strand Choker of Rosebud Pearls Golden Accents June Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
multi color Pearls. This three strand necklace features 22K gold over copper accents which enhance the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 22k Gold, Vermeil

Bochic “Capri” FreshWater Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Aquamarine, & Mix gems Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” FreshWater Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Aquamarine, & Mix gems Necklace Set in 18K Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, 18k...

Vintage Turquoise with Pearl Multi-Strand Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
A 6-strand graduated beaded necklace of vintage natural turquoise and natural pearl. It's a very
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Mid-20th Century American Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

AJD Two Strand Iridescent Mauve Pearl Necklace with Goldy Accents
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Elegant two strand, 23 & 25 inch, necklace of mauve iridescent Pearls with frosted goldy accents
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Pearl, Vermeil, Mixed Metal

Yellow Gold Labradorite Quartz Pearl Triple Strand Bead Necklace 14k Adjustable
Located in Greensboro, NC
Quartz Cut: Bead Freshwater Pearl Treatment: Dyed Color: Gold Natural Amazonite Cut: Bead Color: Green
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21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Labradorite, Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

AJD Triple Strand Coin Pearl Necklace in Peachy/Pink June Birthstone Great Gift
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Own the pearls you deserve Unique Coin Pearl triple strand necklace featuring peachy pink
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Vermeil

AJD 15 Inch Two-Strand Pearls in Silver & White Cross over Pattern Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
'Because you deserve to wear Pearls' Two strands of luscious Second Harvest Chinese Freshwater
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

AJD Double Strand of Bronzy Pearl Necklace Goldy Accents 21 Inches Great Gift
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Keep Calm and Wear Pearls Striking double strand necklace of uniquely shaped triangular pearls
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Vermeil, Mixed Metal

10 Carat Emerald & 3.60CTW Diamond Pearl Choker Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in Towson, MD
One 18 karat white gold triple strand freshwater pearl, emerald and diamond necklace, strung with
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

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

SCAVIA Blue Opal Diamonds Pavè And Small Pearls Tanzanite Beads Necklace
By Scavia
Located in Rome, IT
renowned jeweler Fulvio Maria Scavia. Cascading with the grace of fine pearl strands and tanzanite beads
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2010s Italian Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Freshwater Pearl Double Strand Bracelet
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU: FT-0006 Material: 18K Gold-Plated Sterling Silver with Natural Freshwater Pearls Length
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2010s Beaded Bracelets

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Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Plate

Yellow Gold Freshwater Pearl & Diamond Knotted Strand Necklace, 14k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Genuine Freshwater Pearls Color
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Late 20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Freshwater Pearl & Amethyst Double Strand Necklace 16 3/4" - 14k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Freshwater Pearls Color: White Natural Amethysts
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Freshwater White Pearl Necklace Length 102"
Located in Chesterland, OH
This is a white natural freshwater pearl necklace that is very long at approximately 102″ from end
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl

Freshwater and South Sea Multi-Color Baroque Pearl Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
This beautiful pearl necklace is made from pink freshwater baroque pearls with white and gold south
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rope Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Yell...

AJD Simple Elegant Strand of Artistic Show-off Natural Prehnite & Pearl Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Elegantly set with the small almost round white cultured freshwater Pearls (approximately 7mm
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl

Gumps Tumbled Aqua Bead Freshwater Pearl Multi-Stand Gold Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Gumps Aquamarine bead and freshwater pearl two strand necklace at 26 and 27 inches. Can be worn
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

A.Jeschel 2 strand Tourmaline and Pearl necklace.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
Tourmaline and Pearl Necklace is a true labor of love. Each exquisite piece begins with carefully selected
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Tourmaline, Pearl, Vermeil

Hand Carved Agate Flower Enhancer and Coffee Colored Freshwater Pearl Necklace
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
tourmaline in the center that brings out the different coffee-colored hues of the freshwater pearls. Refined
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Agate, Multi-gemstone, Freshwater Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yel...

Multi-Strand Pearl Choker Necklace with Angel Skin Coral 18 Karat Gold Clasp
By Bonebakker
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Gorgeous 5-strand pearl necklace with an exquisite large sized carved angel skin coral 18 karat
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Late 20th Century Dutch Choker Necklaces

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Coral, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold

A.Jeschel Stunning Amber and Freshwater Pearl Y Necklace.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
, the necklace features four strands of quality Freshwater Pearls farmed in China, creating a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Amber, Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

A.Jeschel Glamorous Single Strand Necklace of Large Baroque Pearls.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
beauty of freshwater Baroque Pearls? Look no further than this stunning strand of pearls. What makes
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Vermeil

AJD Two-Strand, Freeform Goldy-Gray 17 Inch Pearl Necklace Great Gift!
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
'Put on your Pearls Girls' Lulu Guinness Unique 17 inch necklace of two strands of free form Pearls
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Other

18k Yellow Gold Lion Head Clasp 30" Fresh Water Pearl Multi Strand Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- Numerous Genuine Cultured Freshwater Pearls - Semi-Round Shape - Strung - Nice White
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold

MiriamHaskell 1926-1929 FrankHess Glass Crystal Shell Pearl Coral Silver Sautoir
By Frank Hess for Miriam Haskell
Located in Chicago, IL
features a Baroque-style pendant with a luminous sea-shell crown, pearls and coral, and iridescent clear
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Coral, Silver

A.Jeschel Impress natural Blue Lace necklace.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
, suspended from a single strand of 14mm highly lustrous pearls and 16mm faceted Blue Lace beads. The design
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Agate, Freshwater Pearl

Contemporary 925 Silver Electroplated in Pink, Pearl, Orchid and Diamond Pendant
By FANCS V by Simona Elia
Located in Palermo, Italy PA
freshwater pearl. The orchid measures 7.5 cm wide and tall. The colour ranges from butter yellow and warm
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater...

"Sticks & Stones" Rope-Length Necklace with Rough Black Diamonds & Stick Pearls
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
diamonds are interspersed with freshwater pearls to create a fun and versatile 36" long necklace that can
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 1...

Amethyst and pearl earrings
Located in BOGOTÁ, CO
natural faceted Amethyst and freshwater pearls. Lightweight yet eye catching design make these earrings a
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2010s Colombian Artist Chandelier Earrings

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold-filled, Base Metal

Amethyst and pearl earrings
Amethyst and pearl earrings
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A.Jeschel Stunning Keshi Pearl necklace with silver cross pendant.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind Introducing a stunning two-strand keshi pearl necklace, exquisitely crafted with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Freshwater Pearl, Jasper, Sterling Silver

Alexa Gold Vermeil Pearl Necklace
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
right on target. It has a long links chain on one side and a strand of mismatched baroque freshwater
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2010s Italian Renaissance Choker Necklaces

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Pearl, Vermeil

Chinese Freshwater Cultured Semi-Baroque Necklace with 14K Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Semi-baroque white pearl strand. These are Chinese cultured freshwater pearls. These days China is
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Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary 18 Karat Rose Gold, Pearl, Real Orchid and Diamond Brooch Pendant
By FANCS V by Simona Elia
Located in Palermo, Italy PA
to many necklaces, including most strands of pearls completes this knockout piece. On the back of the
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater...

Tahitian pearl 1.09 carat Diamond collar necklace Hi June Parker
By Hi June Parker
Located in New York, NY
A Jewelry collector's staple piece for their Jewelry Collection. This 18" strand of Natural
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Mini Pearl Necklace with Baroque Charm and Diamonds, in 18K Gold
By Michelle Massoura Fine Jewellery
Located in Nicosia, CY
strand of mini freshwater pearls and accentuated by glimmering diamonds on its hook. Its timeless
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2010s European Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

AJD 32 Inch Gorgeous Fresh Water Pearl Necklace in Multi Colors
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Gorgeous and elegant 32-inch freshwater pearl necklace in shades of gold, mauve, and gray. This
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

Large Pink Baroque Pearls with Diamond Clasp Paradizia Bracelet
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description Dramatic, 5 strand large baroque freshwater pearls in all shades of natural pink. The
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Bracelets

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14k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

A.Jeschel Masterpiece of Golden Rutilated Quartz Pendant encircled with Diamonds
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
Quartz is hung on a double strand of small Baroque Pearls and faceted Citrine rondels, adding an elegant
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, Citrine, Diamond, Sterling Silver

Victorian 1870 Operculum Carved Shell Memento Ring In 14Kt Yellow And Rose Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Shell: Mount on top in a bezel setting, with 1 round cabochon cut (23 x 18 x 10 mm) of a natural
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Antique 1870s English Victorian Dome Rings

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Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Intini Jewels Freshwater Pearl Wrap Around Long Chain 925 Silver Beaded Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
freshwater natural pearls interspersed with rock crystal and pink coral. This handmade design shows the
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

Samira 13 Silver Freshwater Pearl Fringe Layering Necklace
By SAMIRA 13
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Signature silver tone freshwater pearl fringe necklace by Los Angeles based fine jewelry designer
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2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

Samira 13 Silver Freshwater Pearl Fringe Layering Necklace
By SAMIRA 13
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Signature silver tone freshwater pearl fringe necklace by Los Angeles based fine jewelry designer
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2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

Freshwater Pearls Pink Coral Red Jasper 925 Silver Beaded Multistrand Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
of the highest quality. • 925 gilded silver closure • Beads utilised: Freshwater Pearls, Red Jasper
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Jasper, Silver

INTINI Jewels Falcon's Eye Freshwater Pearls Coral 925 Silver Beaded Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
, Freshwater Pearls • Total number of strands 7 • Total length 52 cm • Total weight 288 g At Intini Jewels we
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Coral, Freshwater Pearl, Agate, Silver

Freshwater Pearls White Agate Rock Crystal 925 Silver Deco Multistrand Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
. • 925 gilded silver closure • Beads utilised: Freshwater Pearls, White Agate, Rock Crystal • Total
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Agate, Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Silver

Naomi Sarna Pearl Sunstone Coral Gold Necklace
By Naomi Sarna
Located in New York, NY
any style occasion. It features three strands of Chinese Freshwater Cornflake and round pearls
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2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Coral, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carnelian, Sunstone, Pearl, and Silver Necklace
By White Orchid Studio
Located in Athens, GA
This multi-strand necklace of carnelian, sunstone, pearl, and silver brings to mind a question
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Carnelian, Freshwater Pearl, Silver

Decadent Jewels Smokey Rose Quartz Pearl Torsade Gold Necklace
By Decadent Jewels
Located in Sydney, AU
Fresh Water Pearls 7mm and Rose Quartz beads. Hand knotted on brown thread. Natural gemstone necklace
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2010s Australian Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, Gold Plate, Copper

Early 20th Century Liberty & Co. Pearl Gemstone Necklace
By Liberty & Co.
Located in Edinburgh, GB
pink tourmaline and split natural pearl cluster, suspending a pear-shape pink tourmaline and aquamarine
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20th Century British Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Natural Pearl, Tourmaline, 9k Gold

Naomi Sarna Diamond Pearl Labradorite Gold Necklace
By Naomi Sarna
Located in New York, NY
This pendant features an unusually iridescent white Chinese freshwater pearl set in 18K white gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Labradorite, Natural Pearl,...

Naomi Sarna Diamond Pearl Labradorite Gold Necklace
Naomi Sarna Diamond Pearl Labradorite Gold Necklace
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Khepri Pearl Necklace, 18 Karat Gold Plated
By Olivia Cummings
Located in Kew, Victoria
gives them their beauty. Each bead is hand strung with natural, freshwater pearls. The intelligence
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Pearls Medusa Cameo Necklace Chocker
Located in London, GB
gold tested, freshwater pearls. Sizes: Framed cameo 1 2/8" by 1 2/8", cameo itself is 7/8" by 7/8
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Antique 19th Century Italian Victorian Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Pearl, 15k Gold

Antique Victorian Pearls Medusa Cameo Necklace Chocker
Antique Victorian Pearls Medusa Cameo Necklace Chocker
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Intini Jewels Agate Coral Pearls 925 Silver Deco Multistrand Cocktail Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
. • 925 silver closure • White Agate 0.6 cm • Yellow Faceted Agate, Red Coral, Freshwater Pearls • Total
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Peridot, Agate, Coral, Pearl, Silver

Red Coral Tufts Freshwater Pearl 925 Silver Bold Multi Strand Cocktail Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
Breathtaking necklace made of freshwater pearls and red coral tufts. Big bold statement handmade
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2010s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Silver

Triple Strand Freshwater Pearl Bracelet with 14 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
A triple row semi-round white Freshwater pearl bracelet with pearls measuring 4 - 5mm with a good
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2010s Beaded Bracelets

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Natural Freshwater Pearl Strand For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate natural freshwater pearl strand for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, silver and sterling silver — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a natural freshwater pearl strand from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic natural freshwater pearl strand over the years, but those made by Aria Jewelry Design, Intini Jewels and Elaine Silverstein are often thought to be among the most beautiful. See these pages for a bead iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a natural freshwater pearl strand, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Natural Freshwater Pearl Strand?

The price for a natural freshwater pearl strand starts at $82 and tops out at $32,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,075.

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.