Platinum Pearl Fringe Necklace
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
pattern, adding a touch of sophistication and grace. The arrangement of the pearls enhances the necklace
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Platinum
Platinum Pearl Fringe Necklace
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
pattern, adding a touch of sophistication and grace. The arrangement of the pearls enhances the necklace
Pearl, Platinum
Francoise Montague Glass Pearl Fringe Necklace
By Marion Stern
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Elegant glass pearl and Swarovski crystal rondelle necklace with opaline and glass drops from
18K WG and YG Diamond and Pearl Fringe Necklace
Located in New York, NY
pearls and sparkling diamond accents arranged in a graceful fringe design. The necklace is composed of a
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,975
H 1.25 in L 16 in
Victorian Ruby, Diamond, & Natural Pearl Fringe Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Boston, MA
. Interspersed among these gems are natural pearls, adding a touch of classic elegance. The necklace measures 16
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Persian Turquoise Pearl Necklace Antique Victorian Fringe Teardrop Riviere Gold
Located in New York, NY
PEARLS IN 14 KARAT GOLD. This antique Persian Turquoise and Pearl pendant fringe necklace is such a
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Victorian Siberian Amethyst Pearl Necklace Antique Fringe Drop Riviere Gold
Located in New York, NY
SET WITH PEARLS IN 9 KARAT GOLD. This antique pendant fringe necklace is such a lovely and romantic
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Edwardian 15K Yellow Gold Pearl Floral Drop Fringe Necklace
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Edwardian pearl and yellow gold necklace, comprising seven round seed pearls, and one-hundred
Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Filigree Fringe 18k Yellow Gold Pearl Necklace
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Vintage 1950s filigree fringe 18k yellow gold and pearl necklace. The "Vintage 1950s Filigree
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Renaissance Revival Fringe Necklace with Pink Crystals
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Antique Renaissance Revival Necklace with Pink Foil-Backed Quartz, Emeralds, Pearls & Enamel, Circa
Emerald, Pearl, Quartz, Enamel
Antique Boxed Blue and White Enamel and Pearl Fringe Locket Back Pendant
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Incredible Antique Boxed Blue and White Enamel and Pearl Fringe Locket Back Pendant on Chain The
Pearl, Enamel
Long Triple Strand Pearl, Platinum, Gold and Diamond Fringe Sautoir
Located in New York, NY
Natural Salt Water Pearls ap. 3.6 to 2.4 mm., old-mine cut diamonds, c. 1905. Length 35 3/8 inches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Platinum
Giuliano Enamel Pearl Gold Fringe Necklace
By Carlo Giuliano
Located in London, GB
An important gold, enamel and pearl Giuliano fringe necklace, the necklace in Indian-style, the
Pearl, Yellow Gold
Classical Gold and Pearl Fringe Necklace and Earrings
By Helen Ringus
Located in TRYON, NC
Classic and elegant Grecian style fringe necklace. The necklace has 32 'spike' components in 18 Kt
Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
L 15.74 in
IRIS PARURE, 7.00mm-8.00mm×36 Akoya Pearl Necklace, Japan Pearl Fringe Necklace
By IRIS PARURE
Located in Ehime, JP
AKOYA®, Fringe Necklace Size of Pearl: 7.00mm-8.00mm Number of Pearl: 36 IRIS PARURE, since its
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Oriental Pearl
Samira 13 Freshwater Pearl Fringe Layering Necklace
By SAMIRA 13
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Signature white freshwater pearl fringe necklace by Los Angeles based fine jewelry designer, Samira
Pearl, White Gold
Samira 13 Freshwater Pearl Fringe Layered Necklace
By SAMIRA 13
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Signature White freshwater pearl fringe necklace by Los Angeles based fine jewelry designer, Samira
Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
Samira 13 Silver Freshwater Pearl Fringe Layering Necklace
By SAMIRA 13
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Signature silver freshwater pearl fringe necklace by Los Angeles based fine jewelry designer
Pearl, Gold
Samira 13 Ink Freshwater Pearl Fringe Layered Necklace
By SAMIRA 13
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Signature ink freshwater pearl fringe necklace by Los Angeles based fine jewelry designer, Samira
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
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
Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
IRIS PARURE, Beni Akoya Pearl 7.00-8.00mm×25 Fringe Necklace, Japanese Pearl
By IRIS PARURE
Located in Ehime, JP
Creator: IRIS PARURE Pearl farm: Ehime, Uwajima, JAPAN Features:Non Colored & Non Bleached, BENI
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Oriental Pearl
Unavailable
L 15.7 in
IRIS PARURE, Akoya Pearl 7.00-8.00mm×25 Fringe Necklace, Japanese Cultured Pearl
By IRIS PARURE
Located in Ehime, JP
Creator: IRIS PARURE Pearl farm: Ehime, Uwajima, JAPAN Features:Non Colored & Non Bleached, BENI
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Oriental Pearl
Unavailable
Victorian Seed Pearl Fringe Collar
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This mid Victorian fringe necklace is fashioned in 18k gold and almost glows with the rich luster
Pearl, 18k Gold
Four Strand Cultured Pearl, Gold, Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Fringe Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
cts., the pendant suspending seven fringes of pearls approximately 7.7 to 4.8 mm., signed Italy
Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Holiday Necklace with 10 Carat Gold Plated Fringes and Freshwater Pearls
By IOSSELLIANI
Located in Rome, IT
Bringing bohemian elegance to bib necklace, this fringed necklace from IOSSELLIANI features
Jade, Freshwater Pearl, 10k Gold, Brass, Gold Plate
Unavailable
H 0.5 in W 6.75 in L 10 in
Sapphire and Clear Austrian Crystal Mauvé Pearl Fringed Collar Necklace
By Alan Anderson
Located in Toronto, CA
this sapphire and clear Austrian crystal mauvé pearl fringed collar necklace captures the period
Crystal, Mixed Metal
Tourmaline Pearl Fringe Necklace 9K Gold British, 1900
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
and moves and breathes with its motion. 9 K gold green Tourmaline and split Pearl fringe necklace
Pearl, Tourmaline, 9k Gold
Antique Victorian 18 Karat Gold Amethyst Seed Pearl Fringe Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A simply charming and unusual 18k gold amethyst fringe necklace with pearl accents from the
Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold
Victorian Seed Pearl Starburst Gold Necklace with Removable Brooch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Late Victorian 14K gold and seed pearl fringe necklace. The graduated fringe has floral accents
Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold
Tahitian Black Pearl Diamond Fringe Necklace
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
Elegant Tahitian black pearl (9-9.5mm) and diamond (3.50cts) necklace. This classic fringe
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Pearl Gold Flower Fringe Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
Designed with three stylised pearl set flower clusters and suspending a line of smaller elements to
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian pearl, diamond, and platinum fringe necklace
By Koch
Located in New York, NY
An Edwardian pearl and diamond fringe necklace comprised of three scrolled swags, in platinum. Koch
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Aquamarine and Pearl Drop Gold Fringe Necklace
Located in Midhurst, GB
This Edwardian necklace is a romantic blend of aquamarine, lustrous pearls, and delicate gold. It
Aquamarine, Pearl, Gold
Antique Gold Locket with Pearl Fringe
Located in New York, NY
An antique gold oval locket with a diagonal band of applied wirework, beaded trim and pearl fringe
Pearl, 18k Gold
1950s Dramatic Pearl Waterfall Fringe Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A stunning and dramatic unsigned vintage pearl waterfall necklace from the late 1950s to the early
Pearl, Rhodium, Base Metal
French Antique Natural Pearl Diamond Silver Gold Fringe Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Antique diamond and natural pearl fringe design necklace with graduating knife wire pendants, each
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Plate
Estate 5.58cts Diamond South Sea Pearl Gold Fringe Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This diamond necklace of exquisite allure and feminine grace is crafted in 18k white gold and
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Pearl and Gold Etruscan Style Fringe Necklace, Circa 1875
Located in London, GB
A Victorian pearl and gold, Etruscan style, fringe necklace, with a chain, with bead and wirework
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Ziegfeld Pearl Necklace Sterling Silver Long Fringe Tassel Estate
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish pre-owned Tiffany & Co Ziegfeld long freshwater cultured pearl necklace. The necklace is
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
Rhodolite Garnet Pearl Necklace Choker Fringe Vintage 14 Karat Gold Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
freshwater pearls. Size & Measurements: The necklace measures 16 1/2 inches in length. The fringe drop
Garnet, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian Natural Pearls, Aquamarine, Topaz Fringe Necklace or Headpiece
Located in London, GB
Timeless antique necklace travelling from the 1900. A beautiful fringe necklace set with pink topaz
Aquamarine, Natural Pearl, Topaz, 15k Gold
Antique Edwardian Natural Pearls, Aquamarine, Topaz Fringe Necklace or Headpiece
Located in London, GB
Timeless antique necklace travelling from the 1900. A beautiful fringe necklace set with pink topaz
Aquamarine, Natural Pearl, Topaz, 15k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Fringe Pearl Set Necklace, Circa 1960
Located in London, GB
A striking vintage gold fringe collar set with pearls in 18ct yellow gold, circa 1960. This
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 1870 Gorgeous Festoon Fringe Necklace 18Kt Yellow Gold Natural Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Victorian 19th century Festoon fringe Necklace. Magnificent and exceptional piece of jewelry
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1820 Georgian Blue Aquamarine White Pearl Silver Fringe Riviere Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
A rare and extremely pretty Georgian fringe riviere necklace with 63 foiled aquamarines and 18
Aquamarine, Pearl, Gold, Silver
Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Fringe Necklace in Gold and Silver
Located in London, GB
gold and silver. The necklace itself has a striking pearl and inverted square diamond pattern with a
White Diamond, Natural Pearl
Antique Victorian 12k Yellow Gold Amethysts & Tassel Pearl 17" Fringe Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
- (2) 10.5x7.5mm, (1) 10x6.7mm, (1) 13x9.5mm (approx.) Numerous Genuine Seed Pearls - Round Shape
Amethyst, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Amethyst Pearl 14 Karat Gold Station Fringe Drop Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cable chain necklace is comprised of graduated fringe drop station with swirling ginkgo leaf motif
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Edwardian Diamond Peridot Pearl Platinum 14 Karat Gold Swagged Fringe Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a 1.0 mm cable link chain with swagged fringe station featuring round cut peridot
Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Sold
W 0.75 in L 18.5 in
Victorian Neoclassical Pearl 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Cherub Fringe Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
center 3.0 m round pearls - white body color with strong iridescence Cherubs are dimensional with grooved
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
CHANEL Vintage 1994 Gold Pearl Fringe Tassel Dangle Clip-On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Banbury, GB
__________________________________ Metal: Gold Plated Stone: Pearl Measurement: Approx. 8cm L Weight: 47g
Pearl, Gold Plate
Antique 19.09 CTW Sapphire Seed Pearl 20K Yellow Gold Beaded Fringe Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a strand of 3.0 mm near-round seed pearl beads knotted on silk cord Cream to white in
Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Fringe Necklace, Circa 1900
Located in Firenze, IT
The front section designed as a graduated fringe of old brilliant-cut and rose-cut diamond links
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Pearl & Diamond Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian natural pearl and diamond fringe necklace, set with seventeen graduating natural pearl
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold
rare CHANEL 10P faux pearl CC logo charm chain fringe wrap necklace
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHANEL 10P faux pearl CC logo charm chain fringe wrap necklace Reference: TGAS/D00678 Brand
Sold
W 0.9 in L 1.75 in
Antique Victorian Pendant 15 Karat Yellow Gold Turquoise Seed Pearls Oval Fringe
Located in Torrance, CA
gold. Turquoise is set into the pendant and measures 2mm each. Seed pearls accent the turquoise and
Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Deco Necklace Star Fringe 10 Karat Rose Gold Estate Fine Jewelry Vintage
Located in Torrance, CA
gold. 9 seed pearls are each set into the stars (approx. 1mm). The necklace measures 15 inches in
Pearl, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Mesh Fringe Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Mesh Fringe Pendant, made of Sterling Silver. Fringe pendant features
Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
Sold
H 3.75 in W 2.75 in D 0.28 in L 56 in
SPANISH-IBERIAN 1780 Coral Rosary In 18Kt Gold With Seed Pearls From Late 18th C
Located in Miami, FL
long fringed necklaces. Seed pearls were popularized during the Victorian era as a means to accent more
Coral, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, 15k Gold, 22k Gold
Chanel 11P Fringe Pearl CC Necklace 97ck310s
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Chanel 11P Fringe Pearl CC Necklace 97ck310s Date Code/Serial Number: 11 P Made In: France
Sold
W 1.38 in D 0.65 in L 2.52 in
Portuguese Iberian 1850 Filigree Brooch In 21Kt Yellow Gold With Seed Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
accents set into gold jewelry or woven into long fringed necklaces. Seed pearls were popularized during
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Emerald Glass & Pearl Fringe Necklace 1950s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A spectacular Vintage Cascade Fringe Necklace dating to the 1950s. Featuring faceted emerald glass
French Pearl Gold Fringe Necklace
By Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection
Located in Stamford, CT
Call it pearl and gold, or appropriately silk and pearls, for this necklace is silken to the touch
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Elegant Pearl and Tourmaline Lace Fringe Necklace
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This hand woven necklace is made using 2 mm cultured pearl beads to create a lace-like design that
Cultured Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Louis Rousselet Pendant Fringed Pearl Necklace
By Louis Rousselet
Located in New York, NY
pearls. France 1920's. 25"L,5.5 " pendant length.
Victorian 7.95 Carat Diamond Ruby Pearl 18 Karat Gold Fringe Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Necklace designed as seven floral stations with bow motif and articulated floral drops Drops and
Diamond, Ruby, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Russian 1.00 CTW Diamond Sapphire Pearl 14 Karat Gold Fringe Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
pearl fringe Measuring 3.0 x 3.5 mm - drop shaped and alternating with diamond drops Old mine cut and
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby, Diamond and Seed Pearl Fringed 22 Karat Yellow Gold Ornate Choker Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning multi-colored choker necklace is an absolute work of art! Filled with movement
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Iris Apfel Estate Personal Indian Necklace Meenakari Enamel Pearl Fringe
Located in New York, NY
Indian Necklace with Enamel adornment in vivid colors of greens, reds and whites. The gorgeous necklace
Enamel
Goossens Paris Statement Choker with Black Agate
By Goossens Paris
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Essaouira Choker A Moroccan theme where Goossens cabochons are revisited as Berber jewelry thanks to the golden brass crafted in a raw way that contrasts with the hard stones and m...
1950s MGM Mme. Etoile by Irene Sharaff Couture Ball Gown in Deep Teal Silk
By Irene Scharaff
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s MGM Mme. Etoile by Irene Sharaff couture ball gown in deep mauve and teal silk tulle and horsehair : Irene Sharaff, 5-time Academy Award Winner for costume design, made this go...
Gorgeous Iconic Thierry Mugler Gown SS1999 Evening Dress Silver Lucite Details
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Museum worthy collectors piece. Absolutely gorgeous documented Thierry Mugler dress, Spring Summer 1999 Collection. Documented on the runway as well as on the iconic portrait of Man...
Edwardian 4.47 Carat Amethyst and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Edwardian 4.47 carat amethyst and seed pearl, 15 karat yellow gold necklace; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, ...
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emilio Jewelry GRS Certified 7.50 Carat Burma No Heat Pigeon Blood Ruby Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Please inquire for more images, certificates, and details. Zoom meetings...
Ruby
Vintage Hollywood Red Carpet 130 Carats Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Hollywood Red Carpet 130 Carats Diamond Necklace With more than 130 carats, baguette, round, marquise and pear-shaped diamonds are set at varying angles in near-invisible pla...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 5.00 Carat Diamonds and Pearls Choker Necklace 18k White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Antique 5.00 Carat Diamonds And Pearls Choker necklace 18k White Gold. Beautiful iconic look very impressive work craftmanship.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Circa 1920 Natural Unenhanced Burmese Sapphire Diamond Platinum Necklace Tiara
Located in London, GB
Burmese sapphire and diamond necklace/tiara. Set to the centre with twenty two cushion shape old cut natural unenhanced Burmese sapphires in open back claw settings, ranging from sma...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Francoise Montague Glass Cabochons and Rhodium Statement Necklace
By Marion Stern
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Multi layer glass cabochons come together on dark rhodium to make this gorgeous statement piece from Francoise Montague.
Antique Large 71.50 Carat Cushion Cut Aquamarine Pendant in Platinum
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive, large antique 71.50 carat cushion cut aquamarine and 0.10 carat diamond, platinum pendant; part of our diverse antique aquamarine jewelry collections...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Victorian Colombian Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A Fine Victorian Colombian emerald and diamond cluster ring, emerald weighing 5.54 carats of Colombian origin accompanied by a SSEF certificate set to the centre of a rectangular clu...
Emerald, Diamond, Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
$977,500
Ruby and Diamond Necklace
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
An Important Ruby and Diamond Necklace 209.10 carats of certified “Intense Red” Ruby 92.43 carats of colorless round, pear and marquise cut diamonds Set in Platinum 17.5 inch...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Important Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Brooch/Ring
Located in London, GB
An Important Victorian yellow sapphire and diamond brooch/ring, the natural sapphire weighing 31.58 carats, accompanied by GCS Report stating to be of Sri Lankan origin with no indic...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage Platinum Diamonds Multi-Stands Pearl Necklace
Located in Flushing, NY
Vintage Platinum Diamonds Multi-Stands Pearl Necklace Approximate Dimensions: 48.5 cm (Length) 3.2 cm (Width) Approx. 3.95 mm (Pearl) 82.6 grams in weight.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Natural Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Necklace and Earring Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
An immaculate diamond and yellow gold necklace and earring set by Van Cleef & Arpels. This beautiful set by Van Cleef & Arpels consists of three intricate and matching motifs encrust...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Fine Victorian Diamond Scroll Brooch
Located in London, GB
A fine Victorian diamond scroll brooch strung here as a centrepiece on a cultured pearl choker necklace, centrally-set set with a row of graduating old European-cut diamonds and two ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
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.
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. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
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 David Webb necklaces — 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 Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.