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Pearls In Motion

Pearl Diamond Necklace Tahitian Pearls in Motion 18K Pink Rose Gold
Pearl Diamond Necklace Tahitian Pearls in Motion 18K Pink Rose Gold

Pearl Diamond Necklace Tahitian Pearls in Motion 18K Pink Rose Gold

By Estate Jewelry

Located in East Brunswick, NJ

Pearl Diamond Necklace Tahitian Pearls in Motion 18K Pink Rose Gold This absolutely stunning pearl

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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace Chain Lariat 18k White Gold Pave Ball 14.6g
Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace Chain Lariat 18k White Gold Pave Ball 14.6g

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace Chain Lariat 18k White Gold Pave Ball 14.6g

By Mikimoto

Located in Northbrook, IL

Here we have an exquisite Mikimoto Pearls in Motion creation: a necklace featuring lustrous pearls

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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

【Conchéa】Regal Flame Conch Pearl & Diamond Bracelet — 8.28ct
【Conchéa】Regal Flame Conch Pearl & Diamond Bracelet — 8.28ct

【Conchéa】Regal Flame Conch Pearl & Diamond Bracelet — 8.28ct

Located in New York, NY

a diamond pavé bow motif—echoing a regal flame unfurling in motion. Each pearl is hand-selected and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

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Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DW11
Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DW11

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DW11

By Mikimoto

Located in Wilmington, DE

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace in 18k White Gold. One necklace, infinite looks. Place the

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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DK11
Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DK11

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DK11

By Mikimoto

Located in Wilmington, DE

One necklace, infinite looks. Place the pearls wherever you desire. The pearls will stay in place

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2010s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion with Diamonds in 18k Yellow Gold PEL644DK
Mikimoto Pearls in Motion with Diamonds in 18k Yellow Gold PEL644DK

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion with Diamonds in 18k Yellow Gold PEL644DK

By Mikimoto

Located in Wilmington, DE

These earrings feature 7.5x7 Akoya cultured pearls with .14ct of diamonds set in 18K yellow gold

Category

2010s Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion with Diamonds in 18k White Gold PEL644DW
Mikimoto Pearls in Motion with Diamonds in 18k White Gold PEL644DW

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion with Diamonds in 18k White Gold PEL644DW

By Mikimoto

Located in Wilmington, DE

These earrings feature 7.5x7 Akoya cultured pearls with .14ct of diamonds set in 18K White gold

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2010s Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold Freshwater Pearl in Motion Earrings with Diamond Huggie
18K Yellow Gold Freshwater Pearl in Motion Earrings with Diamond Huggie

18K Yellow Gold Freshwater Pearl in Motion Earrings with Diamond Huggie

Located in Central, HK

These earrings feature 15.14mm freshwater white button pearl with white sapphire set inside

Category

2010s Hong Kong Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Mikimoto Contemporary Black South Sea Pearl 18K Gold Pearls In Motion Necklace
Mikimoto Contemporary Black South Sea Pearl 18K Gold Pearls In Motion Necklace

Mikimoto Contemporary Black South Sea Pearl 18K Gold Pearls In Motion Necklace

By Mikimoto

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Mikimoto Circa: 2020s; via Pearls in Motion Collection Width at Widest: 3/8 inch Length: 17 inches Total

Category

Vintage 1920s Link Necklaces

Materials

Black Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Mikimoto 6 Black South Sea Pearls in Motion Necklace 18k White Gold Diamond 16g
Mikimoto 6 Black South Sea Pearls in Motion Necklace 18k White Gold Diamond 16g

Mikimoto 6 Black South Sea Pearls in Motion Necklace 18k White Gold Diamond 16g

By Mikimoto

Located in Northbrook, IL

Enhance your collection with this elegant Mikimoto 6 Black South Sea Pearls in Motion necklace

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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Mikimoto Bracelet 3 Triple Row Pearls in Motion 2ct Diamonds 18k White Gold
Mikimoto Bracelet 3 Triple Row Pearls in Motion 2ct Diamonds 18k White Gold

Mikimoto Bracelet 3 Triple Row Pearls in Motion 2ct Diamonds 18k White Gold

By Mikimoto

Located in Northbrook, IL

Presenting an exquisite Mikimoto Pearls in Motion collection bracelet, a true masterpiece in design

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21st Century and Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mikimoto Black South Sea Pearls & Diamond Dangle Earrings, 18k White Gold, 2 In.
Mikimoto Black South Sea Pearls & Diamond Dangle Earrings, 18k White Gold, 2 In.

Mikimoto Black South Sea Pearls & Diamond Dangle Earrings, 18k White Gold, 2 In.

By Mikimoto

Located in McLeansville, NC

Stamps: "750 Mikimoto" 'Pearls in Motion Collection' SKU: E4028 A Couple Of Things to Note: * This is a

Category

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Materials

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

Ribbons in Motion South Sea Pearl & Blue Topaz Diamond Earrings
Ribbons in Motion South Sea Pearl & Blue Topaz Diamond Earrings

Ribbons in Motion South Sea Pearl & Blue Topaz Diamond Earrings

Located in New York, NY

movement and light. A brilliant blue topaz anchors the center, leading to a luminous South Sea pearl in a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Blue Topaz, White Gold

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Movable Station 18K Chain Link Necklace Box & Papers
Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Movable Station 18K Chain Link Necklace Box & Papers

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Movable Station 18K Chain Link Necklace Box & Papers

By Mikimoto

Located in Baltimore, MD

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Movable Station 18K Chain Link Necklace Box & Papers Metal: 18k white

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Earrings
Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Earrings

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Earrings

By Mikimoto

Located in New York, NY

Authentic Mikimoto Pearls in Motion earrings made in 18 karat white gold with 2 round brilliant

Category

2010s Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Pearl Necklace (MPQ10082AXXW)
Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Pearl Necklace (MPQ10082AXXW)

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Pearl Necklace (MPQ10082AXXW)

By Mikimoto

Located in Wilmington, DE

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Pearl Necklace (MPQ10082AXXW). Akoya A+ quality pearls ranging from 5.5mm

Category

2010s More Necklaces

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Gold Tahitian Pearl Diamond Earrings
Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Gold Tahitian Pearl Diamond Earrings

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Gold Tahitian Pearl Diamond Earrings

By Mikimoto

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Pair of 18k white gold drop earrings by Mikimoto for Pearls in Motion collection. Featuring 8mm to

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Mikimoto Long Multi Color Pearl in Motion Diamond Necklace in White Gold
Mikimoto Long Multi Color Pearl in Motion Diamond Necklace in White Gold

Mikimoto Long Multi Color Pearl in Motion Diamond Necklace in White Gold

By Mikimoto

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Long 18k white gold necklace by Mikimoto with multi color 9.5mm to 10mm pearls. Length can be

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DW11
Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DW11

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DW11

By Mikimoto

Located in Wilmington, DE

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace in 18k White Gold. One necklace, infinite looks. Place the

Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DW11
Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DW11

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DW11

By Mikimoto

Located in Wilmington, DE

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace in 18k White Gold. One necklace, infinite looks. Place the

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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DW11
Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DW11

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DW11

By Mikimoto

Located in Wilmington, DE

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace in 18k White Gold. One necklace, infinite looks. Place the

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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DW11
Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DW11

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DW11

By Mikimoto

Located in Wilmington, DE

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace in 18k White Gold. One necklace, infinite looks. Place the

Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DK11
Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DK11

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DK11

By Mikimoto

Located in Wilmington, DE

One necklace, infinite looks. Place the pearls wherever you desire. The pearls will stay in place

Category

2010s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DK11
Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DK11

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DK11

By Mikimoto

Located in Wilmington, DE

One necklace, infinite looks. Place the pearls wherever you desire. The pearls will stay in place

Category

2010s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DK11
Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DK11

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DK11

By Mikimoto

Located in Wilmington, DE

One necklace, infinite looks. Place the pearls wherever you desire. The pearls will stay in place

Category

2010s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DK11
Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DK11

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace PPL351DK11

By Mikimoto

Located in Wilmington, DE

One necklace, infinite looks. Place the pearls wherever you desire. The pearls will stay in place

Category

2010s Chain Necklaces

Mikimoto Pearls In Motion Gold Diamond Tahitian Pearl Necklace
Mikimoto Pearls In Motion Gold Diamond Tahitian Pearl Necklace

Mikimoto Pearls In Motion Gold Diamond Tahitian Pearl Necklace

By Mikimoto

Located in Lambertville, NJ

An 18k white gold necklace adorned with six movable Tahitian pearls 10mm - 10.6mm in diameter and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion with Diamonds in 18k White Gold PEL644DW
Mikimoto Pearls in Motion with Diamonds in 18k White Gold PEL644DW

Mikimoto Pearls in Motion with Diamonds in 18k White Gold PEL644DW

By Mikimoto

Located in Wilmington, DE

These earrings feature 7.5x7 Akoya cultured pearls with .14ct of diamonds set in 18K White gold

Category

2010s Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mikimoto In Motion Pearl Diamond Gold Slide Necklace
Mikimoto In Motion Pearl Diamond Gold Slide Necklace

Mikimoto In Motion Pearl Diamond Gold Slide Necklace

By Mikimoto

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Pearls In Motion collection. Necklace length is adjustable to 18" long . The piece weighs 7.6 grams.

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

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Pearls In Motion For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact pearls in motion you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from 18k Gold, Gold and White Gold — can elevate any look. While most can agree that any pearls in motion from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 5 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a pearls in motion, 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 Pearls In Motion?

On average, a pearls in motion at 1stDibs sells for $3,320, while they’re typically $900 on the low end and $4,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Mikimoto for sale on 1stDibs

Born to a noodle-shop owner, Japanese jeweler Kokichi Mikimoto (1858–1954) worked in the seafood business before shifting his focus to pearl cultivation. In 1893, he successfully developed the world’s first cultured pearls with a semispherical specimen. His further experimentation would include black and white South Sea pearls. This development gave Mikimoto a supply of what had once been a notoriously rare natural element and earned him the nickname “The Pearl King.” As he once said, “My dream is to adorn the necks of all women around the world with pearls.”

In 1899 in Tokyo’s Ginza district, Mikimoto opened his first, eponymous store in a white-stone building reminiscent of the color of pearls. He quickly earned a reputation for dazzling designs that blended Japanese craftsmanship and European influence. Mikimoto sent his jewelers to Europe to study the latest trends in jewelry and design; they brought back knowledge of Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles, which were incorporated into designs featuring Mikimoto’s pearls.

But Mikimoto’s creations were not met with enthusiasm by all. In 1921, a London newspaper called the designer’s jewelry “only imitations of real pearls” and claimed the company was “misleading” its customers. It developed into a lawsuit in the French courts, which ruled in Mikimoto’s favor, and raised the jeweler’s global profile.

He also brought his work international acclaim through exhibitions and world’s fairs, including the 1926 Sesquicentennial Exposition in Philadelphia where he unveiled a replica of the Liberty Bell covered with pearls. In 1927, Mikimoto met with Thomas Edison, who gave the jeweler’s invention probably its best compliment: “It is one of the wonders of the world that you were able to culture pearls. . . . This isn’t a cultured pearl, it’s a real pearl.”

Following World War II, Mikimoto opened stores around the world, with locations now in Paris, New York City, Los Angeles and Shanghai. Though its founder died in 1954, the Mikimoto company has continued to build on the legacy he established, producing collections of pearl necklaces and other pearl-centric jewelry that span a wide range of styles.

In 2017, the brand reopened its flagship Tokyo store, tapping architect Hiroshi Naito to design a new glittering facade whose 40,000 tiny glass plates are meant to evoke the movement of the ocean as they catch the light. The place where Mikimoto had his legendary success over a century ago is now known as Mikimoto Pearl Island and includes a museum on his life and pearls. A highlight is the “Boss’s Necklace,” which was the first made by Mikimoto and is the model for all the brand’s classic strands that have followed.

Find Mikimoto pendant necklaces, choker necklaces and a range of other jewelry on 1stDibs.

Questions About Mikimoto
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    No, not all Mikimoto pearls are Akoya. Mikimoto also uses Black South Sea cultured pearls, White South Sea cultured pearls, Golden South Sea cultured pearls, and Conch pearls to create their jewelry. Shop Mikimoto Akoya pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Mikimoto pearls are Akoya, meaning they come from Akoya oysters. The brand largely pioneered the production of cultured pearls, which are genuine pearls developed with human assistance. Mikimoto creates Akoya pearl necklaces, pendants, earrings, bracelets, rings and brooches. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Mikimoto pearl jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    How much a Mikimoto pearl necklace is worth will depend on the size of the strand, the number of pearls used and the design. It could range from $920 to $21,000, with a wide variety of price points in between. From pendant and choker to multi-strand and rope versions, find Mikimoto pearl necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Mikimoto pearls tend to at least hold their value over time. In some cases, the value of the brand's pearl jewelry increases over time due to demand and the effects of inflation. Keep in mind that the value of any piece of jewelry depends on its condition. Properly storing and caring for your pieces can help to ensure that they retain their value for years to come. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Mikimoto pearl jewelry.