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14K Yellow Gold Saltwater Cultured White Pearl Necklace 28"
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Salt water cultured pearl necklace with 14k yellow gold clasp. The white pearls measure 8mm in
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Saltwater South Sea 8.5mm Cultured Pearl 17" Necklace with 14K Gold Filigree Cla
Located in Boston, MA
A vintage saltwater south sea pearl necklace strung on knotted white silk. Featuring well matched
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

Black Diamond and Saltwater Cultured Pearl Mala Necklace with 18 Karat YG
By Kiersten Elizabeth
Located in Charleston, SC
Very high quality AAA Cultured Saltwater Pearls strung alongside faceted Black Diamonds. The
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Petite Strand of Cultured Saltwater Pearls
Located in Southbury, CT
I purchased this brief (16 ½" ) strand of early cultured saltwater pearls many years ago when I
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

GIA Certified Natural White Saltwater Cultured Pearl Diamonds Necklace 18 Karat
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified pearl Diamonds necklace. 16.17mm Saltwater / Bead Cultured Pearl NO Treatments
Category

2010s American Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Natural Saltwater Pearl Necklace with Diamond Clasp
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. There are 422 pearls and three of them are cultured (see the report). The necklace is 24.5 inches (33 cm
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Early 20th Century Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum

20" GIA Cultured Pearl Strand Necklace w/ 14k Gold Diamond & Mabe Pearl Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
Gold Clasp Weight: 122.10Grams Chain Type: Strand Cultured Pearl Necklace Chain Length: Measures 20
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pearl Necklace with Metallic Luster Are Cultured Chinese Freshwater Pearls
Located in Southbury, CT
This striking, unique necklace is composed of 35 cultured Chinese freshwater pearls. These undyed
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Silver

Akoya Cultured Pearl Handmade Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold, 17.5 Inches
Located in Austin, TX
saltwater cultured pearls. This pearl necklace (and matching bracelet also listed in our store) are a
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Late 20th Century American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

South Sea Saltwater Pearl Slip On GIA Graded 11.73-14.60mm Strand Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Overtone: Orient Identification: Bead cultured pearls Environment: Saltwater Mollusk: Pinctada maxima
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

Fine GIA Natural Saltwater Pearl Ruby Diamond Edwardian Platinum Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Quintessential Edwardian GIA Natural Saltwater PEARL, Unheated RUBY & DIAMOND la Belle Époque Bow
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Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Platinum

GIA Graduated South Sea Saltwater Pearl Strand Necklace & 14k Gold Diamond Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
This stunning graduated pearl strand necklace features 26, GIA certified, white bead cultured south
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

NEW GIA Cert Natural Saltwater Pearl Necklace 42 inches long.
Located in Warren, NJ
This exquisite necklace features stunning natural saltwater pearls complemented by 14k yellow gold
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Antique Late 17th Century Early Victorian Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Fresh Cultured Pearl & Diamond 18k White Gold Ladies Cast & Assembled Necklace
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
diamond necklace. Condition is good. Ladies 18KT White Gold Multi-Color Freshwater Cultured Pearl and
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Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified Natural White Saltwater Pearl 3.50 Ct Diamonds Necklace 18 Karat
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified pearl Diamonds necklace. 16.00mm Saltwater / Bead Cultured Pearl No Treatments
Category

2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Double Strand Cultured Pearl Necklace with Diamond Clasp, French Art Deco; GIA
Located in Southbury, CT
. Composed of 155 creamy white graduated cultured Akoya pearls. measuring from 3mm to just above 8mm, this
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Gold Pearl Chain in Yellow Gold, Wedding Necklace, Tin Cup Pearl Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
genuine cultured saltwater pearls are beautiful and white in color. The pearls are 3.5 to 4 millimeters
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2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Akoya Pearl Necklace 14 Karat Gold Women Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
NECKLACE This beautiful necklace listed is a Certified Authentic Fine Akoya Saltwater Pearl necklace made
Category

2010s American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Akoya Pearl Necklace Earrings Set 14k Gold Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
CERTIFIED $9,500 Authentic Saltwater Akoya Pearl Necklace & Earrings Set Nothing says, “I Love ❤️
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2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Akoya Pearl Ruby Necklace 14k Gold Italy Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
CERTIFIED $4,750 Large 8.25-7.25 MM Fine Quality South Sea Pearl & Finely Faceted Ruby Necklace
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2010s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

16mm South Sea Pearl and Diamond Pendant with Double Strand Pearl Necklace
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous necklace pairs an impressive, diamond-studded South Sea pearl and yellow gold pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Golden South Sea Pearl Sapphire Necklace 14 Karat Gold Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Certified #201820697 FINE AUTHENTIC CULTURED SALTWATER GOLDEN SOUTH SEA PEARL & SAPPHIRE 11.70 MM
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2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold

Fine Akoya Pearl Large 14 Karat Tin-Cup Necklace Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Akoya Saltwater Pearl necklace made with luxurious 14KT Solid Gold. Nothing says, “I Love you
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2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Japanese Akoya Pearl Necklace 14K Gold
Located in US
Here we offer a classic natural saltwater Akoya light cream pearl necklace! Pearl Type: Genuine
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

"Eggplant Stack" 15mm Tahitian Pearl Fob in Rose Gold on Tourmaline Necklace
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
cultured saltwater (Tahitian, Akoya and Australian) as well as high-end freshwater pearls. This
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Buccellati 18k Gold Rete Pearl Collar Necklace
By Buccellati
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This 'Rete' pearl collar necklace by Italian designer Buccellati has a triple row of cultured
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Buccellati 18k Gold Rete Pearl Collar Necklace
Buccellati 18k Gold Rete Pearl Collar Necklace
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W 0.787 in L 15 in
18K Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
by 7/8 inches. The saltwater cultured pearls have a white body color with slight pink overtones, 6.5
Category

Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Pearl Necklace GIA Certified Art Deco
Located in Southbury, CT
This Art Deco era (circa 1930s) pearl necklace measures a brief 15 ½ inches and is composed of 111
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Silver

Emerald & Tahitian Pearl "Snaky McSnakums" Fob in Gold on Zoisite Necklace
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Snakes upstairs and snakes downstairs, with a big, beautiful Tahitian pearl in the middle: this one
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, 1...

12mm-14mm Edison Baroque Pearls on 17" Necklace with Large Gold Toggle Clasp
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
used to cultivate saltwater pearls, and adding some proprietary innovations of their own, Grace has
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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

Princess Length 7mm Akoya Pearl Necklace with Vintage White Gold & Diamond Clasp
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Hajjar of Seven Sea Pearls with offices in Los Angeles, Germany and Tokyo. George is a saltwater pearl
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2010s North American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Brown Tahitian Pearl with 14k Gold & Sapphire Bale on Iolite & Quartz Necklace
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This one-of-a-kind necklace features a near-round 13mm Tahitian pearl in an unusual brown shade
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Iolite, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Sapphire, Gold, 14k ...

Brown Tahitian Pearl with 14k Gold & Sapphire Bale on Iolite & Quartz Necklace
Brown Tahitian Pearl with 14k Gold & Sapphire Bale on Iolite & Quartz Necklace
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H 1.11 in W 0.61 in D 0.52 in L 17.01 in
AJD Coin Pearl and Mauve Briolette Pearl Necklace June Birthstone Great Gift!!
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
'Pearls are always appropriate' Jackie Kennedy Unique, handmade necklace of 13-14 MM peachy toned
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Vermeil, Mixed Metal

AJD Iridescent, Triangular Bronze-Green Pearl Necklace June Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
'Put on your Pearls Girls' Lulu Guinness Striking, custom made, Bronzy-green Pearl necklace that
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, 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

Materials

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

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Vermeil

AJD Keshi Pearl and Blue Iolite Briolette Necklace June Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
white Keshi Pearls necklace. This unique necklace creates a sensation, the iolites are big and bright
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Iolite, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Sterling Silver

AJD 17 Inch Keshi Pearl Choker Necklace June Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Keep Calm and Wear Pearls Unique, handmade Choker Keshi Pearl necklace of two distinct sizes and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

GIA certified Cartier Salt Water Pearl Necklace in Original Cartier Box
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier saltwater pearl necklace with original box. 85 natural Saltwater Pearls set together by a
Category

Vintage 1910s Art Deco Link Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

Frosty Baroque Akoya Pearls in 17" Two-Strand Necklace with Vintage Gold Clasp
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
clasp was salvaged from a conventional cultured pearl necklace. It's a 14mm disc-shaped box clasp with
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2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

South Sea "Akoya" Gray Pearl, White Diamond Platinum Necklace Earrings Set Grey
Located in Miami, FL
: Gray ✔ Pearl Origin: South Sea (Australia) ✔ Metal: PT900 Platinum ✔ Pearl Type: Cultured Saltwater
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Late 20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pe...

AJD Iridescent Silver Baroque Pearl Necklace and Diamond Accents 17 Inch
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
'Because you deserve to own Pearls' Custom made necklace of silver iridescent Baroque Freshwater
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver, Silver

AJD Choker Necklace Peacock Pearl Amethyst Accents June Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
inside either freshwater or saltwater mollusks. The type of mollusk producing the pearl influences the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Choker Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

AJD 23 Inch Peacock Iridescent Fireball Pearl Necklace June Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
'Because you deserve to wear Pearls' Unique Fireball Peacock Iridescent Pearl necklace with silver
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

Art Deco GIA Certified Natural Salt Water Pearl Necklace Diamond Watch Pendant
Located in Flushing, NY
Art Deco GIA Certified Natural Salt Water Pearl Necklace Diamond Watch Fob Pendant Circa: 1920s
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum

AJD Iridescent White Keshi Pearl Necklace Citrine Accents June Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Because you deserve to own pearls Custom made, 25 inch iridescent white Keshi Pearl necklace with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Pearl, Vermeil

Pearl Necklace with gold lock set with diamonds 14k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
weight: 73.2 grams set with - 102 x 7.3 mm saltwater cultured pearl colour White purity n/a Gemstones
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2010s Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

AJD 28 Inch Spiderweb Jasper and Pearl Necklace Great Gift!
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Own the jewelry you wish for Handmade, elegant necklace of Spiderweb Jasper and Freshwater Pearls
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Other, Jasper, Vermeil, Mixed Metal

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

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

AJD Walnut-Maroon Color Keshi Pearl 19 Inch Necklace June Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
No Grit No Pearl Unique, 19 inch iridescent Keshi Pearl necklace in tones of walnut, ruby, amber
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal

Diamond and Pearl Pendant Necklace Set in 9k White Gold
Located in London, GB
simple circular drop set centrally with a lustrous cream saltwater cultured pearl. The drop is set with a
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1990s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold

AJD Free Form Freshwater Pearl Amethyst Rondelle Necklace June Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Own the jewelry you wish for Delightful, custom made necklace of free form iridescent Pearls and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, Diamond, Sterling Silver

AJD Elegant 45 Inch Black and White Pearl and Onyx Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
This is a lovely, long white Coin Pearl and Black Onyx necklace that is a pleasure to wear. You
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

AJD Creamy Pearls & Garnet Briolette 14 Inch Choker Necklace January Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
glowing white Pearls. This lovely choker necklace will be a favorite for all of you who like to wear your
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal

Two-Strand Akoya Pearl Choker Necklace with Sapphire Spacers & 14K Diamond Clasp
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
saltwater pearls and tiny cube-shaped sapphire beads. When your feeling fancy-shmancy, you can show off the
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2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold,...

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

Materials

Pearl, Other

AJD 19 Inch Burnished Orange Graduated Flat Keshi Pearl Necklace Great Gift!!
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Graduated Flat Keshi Pearl necklace in lovely shades of burnished orange. This unique hand knotted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Mixed Metal

AJD 22 Inch Silvery Coin Pearls and Black Opal Necklace June Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
gemstones formed inside either freshwater or saltwater mollusks. The type of mollusk producing the pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Black Opal, Mixed Metal

AJD Elegant Black Onyx and White Pearl Necklace June Birthstone Great Gift!!
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
free form Pearls with gold tone accents. This unique 18 inch necklace is perfect for all occasions and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal

Vintage Double Strand Pearl Necklace Sapphire Diamond Clasp
Located in Kendal, GB
A classy vintage pearl matinee necklace from the late 20th Century displaying two strands of
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Vintage 1960s European Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Saltwater Cultured Pearl Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate saltwater cultured pearl necklace for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, mixed metal and silver — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Making the right choice when shopping for a saltwater cultured pearl necklace may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic saltwater cultured pearl necklace over the years, but those made by Aria Jewelry Design, Eytan Brandes and Kiersten Elizabeth are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A bead version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. When shopping for a saltwater cultured pearl necklace, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Saltwater Cultured Pearl Necklace?

On average, a saltwater cultured pearl necklace at 1stDibs sells for $651, while they’re typically $68 on the low end and $95,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.