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Conch Pearl Pendant, Pearl Jewelry, Pearl Gift, Pink Jewelry, Conch Pearl
Conch Pearl Pendant, Pearl Jewelry, Pearl Gift, Pink Jewelry, Conch Pearl

Conch Pearl Pendant, Pearl Jewelry, Pearl Gift, Pink Jewelry, Conch Pearl

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Product Specifications: Center Stone: 1.17ct round shaped High Quality Conch Pearl (GIA certificate

Category

2010s Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

AENEA GIA Cert. 7.75ct. Conch Pearl 18k Gold Rubies Diamonds Trembling Brooch
AENEA GIA Cert. 7.75ct. Conch Pearl 18k Gold Rubies Diamonds Trembling Brooch

AENEA GIA Cert. 7.75ct. Conch Pearl 18k Gold Rubies Diamonds Trembling Brooch

By AENEA Jewellery

Located in Salzburg, AT

It all started with an amazing GIA certified 7.75ct. Conch Pearl... After seeing the pearl, Costan

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Brooches

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Yello...

【Conchéa】Matched Pair Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Pair — 1.59ct
【Conchéa】Matched Pair Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Pair — 1.59ct

【Conchéa】Matched Pair Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Pair — 1.59ct

Located in New York, NY

Collection: Conchéa Gemstone: Natural Conch Pearl Total Weight: approx. 1.59 ct Color: Flamingo Pink Luster

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Full-Flame Conch Pearl — 2.7 ct
【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Full-Flame Conch Pearl — 2.7 ct

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Full-Flame Conch Pearl — 2.7 ct

Located in New York, NY

A rare intensity in natural form. This 2.7 ct conch pearl displays a vivid flamingo pink tone

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

18K Rose Gold Conch Pearl, Ruby & Pink Sapphire Floral Ring
18K Rose Gold Conch Pearl, Ruby & Pink Sapphire Floral Ring

18K Rose Gold Conch Pearl, Ruby & Pink Sapphire Floral Ring

Located in New York, NY

Elegant 18K rose gold floral ring featuring a luminous conch pearl weighing 1.74 carats, accented

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Diamond Bow Earrings — 2.83ct
【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Diamond Bow Earrings — 2.83ct

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Diamond Bow Earrings — 2.83ct

Located in New York, NY

Diamonds Dimensions: 1.5 x 1.7cm Conch Pearl Shaped: Natural Oval Size: 2.83ct total Color: Flamingo Pink

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl & Diamond Cluster Earrings — 6.36ct
【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl & Diamond Cluster Earrings — 6.36ct

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl & Diamond Cluster Earrings — 6.36ct

Located in New York, NY

flamingo pink conch pearls, totaling 6.36 carats. Each pearl displays an intense, vivid flame pattern — a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

GIA Certified Pink Natural Saltwater Conch Pearl & Diamond Platinum Brooch
GIA Certified Pink Natural Saltwater Conch Pearl & Diamond Platinum Brooch

GIA Certified Pink Natural Saltwater Conch Pearl & Diamond Platinum Brooch

Located in Miami, FL

. Rare pink conch pearl from Strombus Gigas mollusk measures 14.48 x 8.01mm in semi-baroque shape

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Butterfly Diamond Ring — 2.3ct
【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Butterfly Diamond Ring — 2.3ct

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Butterfly Diamond Ring — 2.3ct

Located in New York, NY

of SI Quality Natural Diamonds *Conch Pearl Jewelry Note: Each conch pearl is one of a kind. The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

GIA Certified Natural Pink Saltwater Conch Pearl Vintage Necklace
GIA Certified Natural Pink Saltwater Conch Pearl Vintage Necklace

GIA Certified Natural Pink Saltwater Conch Pearl Vintage Necklace

Located in Miami, FL

GIA certified natural pink baroque shaped saltwater conch pearl necklace. Set in platinum with

Category

20th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Natural Conch Pearl Diamond Earrings — 3.83 ct
【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Natural Conch Pearl Diamond Earrings — 3.83 ct

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Natural Conch Pearl Diamond Earrings — 3.83 ct

Located in New York, NY

: 3.43 g of 18K White Gold Other: 1.68 ct of SI Quality Natural Diamonds *Conch Pearl Jewelry Note: Each

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Diamond Pendant Necklace — 11.7 ct
【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Diamond Pendant Necklace — 11.7 ct

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Diamond Pendant Necklace — 11.7 ct

Located in New York, NY

sophisticated, the pendant balances the rarity of the conch pearl with graceful jewelry craftsmanship. Its soft

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Diamond Bow Earrings — 3.08 ct
【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Diamond Bow Earrings — 3.08 ct

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Diamond Bow Earrings — 3.08 ct

Located in New York, NY

Diamonds Dimensions: 1.5 x 1.8cm Conch Pearl Shaped: Natural Oval Size: 3.08 ct total Color: Flamingo Pink

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Natural Conch Pearl Diamond Ring — 1.91 ct
【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Natural Conch Pearl Diamond Ring — 1.91 ct

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Natural Conch Pearl Diamond Ring — 1.91 ct

Located in New York, NY

At the heart of this ring lies a natural conch pearl distinguished by its vivid flamingo-pink hue

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Natural Conch Pearl Diamond Earrings — 2.64 ct
【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Natural Conch Pearl Diamond Earrings — 2.64 ct

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Natural Conch Pearl Diamond Earrings — 2.64 ct

Located in New York, NY

Metal: 2.84 g of 18K White Gold Other: 1.58 ct of SI Quality Natural Diamonds *Conch Pearl Jewelry Note

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

【Conchéa】Natural Pink Conch Pearl and Diamond Ring — 1.01 ct
【Conchéa】Natural Pink Conch Pearl and Diamond Ring — 1.01 ct

【Conchéa】Natural Pink Conch Pearl and Diamond Ring — 1.01 ct

Located in New York, NY

: 18K White Gold Gross Weight: Approx. 4.2 g Ring Face Diameter: Approx. 12 mm *Conch Pearl Jewelry

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Natural Conch Pearl Diamond Ring — 2.60 ct
【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Natural Conch Pearl Diamond Ring — 2.60 ct

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Natural Conch Pearl Diamond Ring — 2.60 ct

Located in New York, NY

900 Platinum Dimensions: - Conch Pearl Shaped: Natural Size: 2.60 ct Color: Flamingo Pink with Strong

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Convertible Ring & Pendant — 8.7 ct
【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Convertible Ring & Pendant — 8.7 ct

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Convertible Ring & Pendant — 8.7 ct

Located in New York, NY

An exceptional collector’s piece from the Conchéa collection, this Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

【Conchéa】Natural Conch Pearl & Diamond Ring — Flamingo Pink Flame Pattern
【Conchéa】Natural Conch Pearl & Diamond Ring — Flamingo Pink Flame Pattern

【Conchéa】Natural Conch Pearl & Diamond Ring — Flamingo Pink Flame Pattern

Located in New York, NY

Accessories Metal: 5.75g of Platinum Other: 0.40ct of SI Quality Natural Diamonds *Conch Pearl Jewelry Note

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

【Conchéa】Spring Bloom Flame Pink Conch Pearl Diamond Earrings — 1.86 ct
【Conchéa】Spring Bloom Flame Pink Conch Pearl Diamond Earrings — 1.86 ct

【Conchéa】Spring Bloom Flame Pink Conch Pearl Diamond Earrings — 1.86 ct

Located in New York, NY

flame pink conch pearls, each carrying its own subtle flame pattern while harmonizing in tone and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

【Conchéa】Spring Bloom Flame Pink Conch Pearl Diamond Ring — 1.83 ct
【Conchéa】Spring Bloom Flame Pink Conch Pearl Diamond Ring — 1.83 ct

【Conchéa】Spring Bloom Flame Pink Conch Pearl Diamond Ring — 1.83 ct

Located in New York, NY

Jewelry Note: Each conch pearl is one of a kind. The pearl shown may have already been sold at the time of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Pink Opal & Black Onyx Necklace (looks like Conch Pearl)
Pink Opal & Black Onyx Necklace (looks like Conch Pearl)

Pink Opal & Black Onyx Necklace (looks like Conch Pearl)

Located in Hong Kong, HK

. In fact, they look like conch pearls . If they were Conch pearls , such a necklace would cost over US

Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Onyx, Opal

【Conchéa】Aurora Wings Conch Pearl Butterfly Ring — 2.18ct
【Conchéa】Aurora Wings Conch Pearl Butterfly Ring — 2.18ct

【Conchéa】Aurora Wings Conch Pearl Butterfly Ring — 2.18ct

Located in New York, NY

pink conch pearl accented by a delicate cluster of Akoya pearls and over 1.08 carats of diamonds. The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, White Gold

【Conchéa】Blooming Fortune Conch Pearl Convertible Jewel — 7.04 ct
【Conchéa】Blooming Fortune Conch Pearl Convertible Jewel — 7.04 ct

【Conchéa】Blooming Fortune Conch Pearl Convertible Jewel — 7.04 ct

Located in New York, NY

/ Pendant / Brooch) *Conch Pearl Jewelry Note: Each conch pearl is one of a kind. The pearl shown may have

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Natural Pink Conch Pearl 12.98 cts in Platinum Pendant w Diamonds / GIA Report
Natural Pink Conch Pearl 12.98 cts in Platinum Pendant w Diamonds / GIA Report

Natural Pink Conch Pearl 12.98 cts in Platinum Pendant w Diamonds / GIA Report

Located in Los Angeles, CA

. Center Stone: Natural Pink Conch Pearl Quantity & Weight: One pearl weighing 12.98 carats Color: Soft

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

【Conchéa】Pink Conch Blossom Ring —1.25 ct
【Conchéa】Pink Conch Blossom Ring —1.25 ct

【Conchéa】Pink Conch Blossom Ring —1.25 ct

Located in New York, NY

1.25ct flame-touched conch pearl, glowing in a bright, natural pink — gentle, rare, and unmistakably

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

GIA Certified Pink Conch Pearl and Marquise Diamond Cluster Ring in 18K Gold
GIA Certified Pink Conch Pearl and Marquise Diamond Cluster Ring in 18K Gold

GIA Certified Pink Conch Pearl and Marquise Diamond Cluster Ring in 18K Gold

Located in Hong Kong, HK

box, a gift card and a jewelry gift box, ready for gift-giving! Why are conch pearls so RARE? With

Category

2010s Hong Kong Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Pink Conch Pearl Gemstone 11.70 cts in 18KWG Earrings w Dia / GIA Report
Natural Pink Conch Pearl Gemstone 11.70 cts in 18KWG Earrings w Dia / GIA Report

Natural Pink Conch Pearl Gemstone 11.70 cts in 18KWG Earrings w Dia / GIA Report

Located in Los Angeles, CA

pair of natural pink conch pearls totaling 11.70 carats, delicately accented with brilliant white

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Stud Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold 1.9ctw Old Mine Diamond & Salmon Pink Conch Pearl Ring
14K White Gold 1.9ctw Old Mine Diamond & Salmon Pink Conch Pearl Ring

14K White Gold 1.9ctw Old Mine Diamond & Salmon Pink Conch Pearl Ring

Located in Addison, TX

Presenting a: 14K White Gold 1.9ctw Old mine Diamond & Salmon Pink Conch Pearl Ring Size 8

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

Pearls Pink Opal Conch Beads Vermeil clasp Beaded Necklace  by Sylvia Gottwald
Pearls Pink Opal Conch Beads Vermeil clasp Beaded Necklace  by Sylvia Gottwald

Pearls Pink Opal Conch Beads Vermeil clasp Beaded Necklace by Sylvia Gottwald

By Sylvia Gottwald

Located in Washington DC, DC

stones. This is a 7 strand Pearl ,Opal , Conch Necklace woven together, with antique Silver Gold plated

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Vermeil

Late 19th Century Old Cut Diamonds and Natural Conch Pearl Brooch Pink
Late 19th Century Old Cut Diamonds and Natural Conch Pearl Brooch Pink

Late 19th Century Old Cut Diamonds and Natural Conch Pearl Brooch Pink

Located in Barcelona, ES

Antique natural conch pearl and old cut diamond brooch. Conch pearls measure 12.4x8.3 and 14.3x9.0

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Sylvia Gottwald, Pink Conch Pendant on Silver Chocker Necklace.
Sylvia Gottwald, Pink Conch Pendant on Silver Chocker Necklace.

Sylvia Gottwald, Pink Conch Pendant on Silver Chocker Necklace.

By Sylvia Gottwald

Located in Washington DC, DC

enhancement of a reborn fresh water pearl. Pink Conch shell is native to Caribbean Sea. The shell is large and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bahamian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Silver

6.75 Carat Baby Pink Conch Pearl Diamond Engagement Ring
6.75 Carat Baby Pink Conch Pearl Diamond Engagement Ring

6.75 Carat Baby Pink Conch Pearl Diamond Engagement Ring

By DA Jewellery

Located in Banbury, GB

rare and highly collectable, particularly ones that are pink. The central conch pearl in this ring has

Category

2010s British Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

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

This exceptionally rare and perfectly matched pair of natural pink conch pearls is a true

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】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

Dimensions 6.9 x 11.5mm Conch Pearl Shaped: Natural Size: Total 7.10ct Color: Flamingo Pink with Moderate

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

A true collector’s gem — this rare natural Conch pearl glows with an intense flamingo-pink hue and

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

A refined and luminous treasure from the sea, this 2.34-carat natural conch pearl embodies the

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

flamingo pink — one of the most desirable tones found in natural conch pearls. The hue is beautifully even

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Diamond Ring — 0.94ct
【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Diamond Ring — 0.94ct

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Diamond Ring — 0.94ct

Located in New York, NY

enchanting flamingo pink hue with vivid flame structure — a signature rarity of conch pearls. The pearl

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

【Conchéa】Vivid Pink Conch Pearl Diamond Ring — 1.23ct
【Conchéa】Vivid Pink Conch Pearl Diamond Ring — 1.23ct

【Conchéa】Vivid Pink Conch Pearl Diamond Ring — 1.23ct

Located in New York, NY

Natural Diamonds *Conch Pearl Jewelry Note: Each conch pearl is one of a kind. The pearl shown may have

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

【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

and luminous, this gem is perfect for custom fine jewelry or a discerning conch pearl collector

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 Pink Conch Pearl Flame Diamond Pendant — 2.52ct
【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Flame Diamond Pendant — 2.52ct

【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Flame Diamond Pendant — 2.52ct

Located in New York, NY

Dimensions 4.2 x 2.0cm Conch Pearl Shaped: Natural Symmetrical Drop Size: 2.52ct Color: Flamingo Pink with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

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Pink Conch Pearl Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact piece of pink conch pearl jewelry you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold. You can easily find a 6 antique edition and 7 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect item from our selection of pink conch pearl jewelry may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a choice in our collection of pink conch pearl jewelry has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by AENEA Jewellery, DA Jewellery and Malpani Jewels are consistently popular. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and marquise cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for an object in our assortment of pink conch pearl jewelry, 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 Pink Conch Pearl Jewelry?

The price for a piece of pink conch pearl jewelry starts at $420 and tops out at $88,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $13,726.

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.