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Two Strand Pearl & Carved Coral Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Two Strand Pearl & Carved Coral Necklace This necklace consists of 2 strands of cultured pearls
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Vintage 1980s Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Pearl, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Triple String Cultured Pearl Diamond Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite vintage authentic Van Cleef & Arpels necklace features three strands of cultured
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Vintage 1970s Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage Italian necklace with 11 strands of cultured pearls in 18 karat yellow gold and diamonds
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Mid-20th Century Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Triple Strand Cultured Pearl Necklaces
Located in New York, NY
Lovely strands of cultured pearls in graduated lengths. The genuine cultured pearls are slightly
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Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl

50" Multi-strand Pearl and Onyx Tassel Necklace with 18k White Gold Diamond Bar
Located in La Jolla, CA
and Onyx Tassel Necklace with Diamonds and Rock Crystal features six strands of Cultured Pearls, Onyx
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, ...

Decorative 5-Strand Cultured Pearl Necklace with Diamonds in Silver-Topped Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
This highly decorative and romantic necklace consists of 5 strands of cultured pearls and black
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20th Century Unknown Artisan Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Chalcedony, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Vintage Tambetti Layered Graduated 4 Strand Pearl Necklace 14k Gold Fancy Clasp
By Tambetti
Located in Montclair, NJ
cultured pearls that are elegantly strung throughout. These beautiful pearls slightly graduate in size from
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21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Strand of Fine Cultured Japanese Pearls with a Gold Clasp
Located in Aspen, CO
Fine strand of cultured pearls, 16 inches long, finished with a yellow gold clasp. The 54 matching
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold

AJD Magnificent Gorgeous Double Strand of Multicolor Cultured Pearls Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
This beautiful glittering double strand of multi-colored cultured real Pearls is 16 1/2 inches long
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2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl

Seaman Schepps Pink Tourmaline, Sapphire, Cultured Pearl and Diamond Necklace
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Weston, MA
Composed of three strands of cultured pearls suspending a luscious cabochon pink tourmaline flanked
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20th Century American Retro Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

AJD Triple Strand of Brightly Glowing Natural Cultured Pearls 19" Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Glittering silvery multi-color natural cultured Pearls compose this triple strand 19 inches long
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2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl

AJD Double Strand of Real Natural Pink Cultured Pearls&Keshi Pearls 19" Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Fascinating double strand of light pinkish cultured real Pearls (approximately 10mm) enhance these
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2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Cultured Pearl

AJD Double Strand of Magnificently Glowing Natural Cultured Pearls 19" Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
These fascinating colors of these natural cultured Pearls glow intensely on this double strand 19
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2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl

Mikimoto Double Strand Cultured Pearl Diamond Gold Necklace
By Mikimoto
Located in Stamford, CT
1960's Authentic certified Mikimoto double strand cultured pearl diamond necklace. Japanese
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Cultured Pearl Necklace
Located in Derby, NY
Complete your classic luxury look with this 17" strand of cultured pearls. These 8.5-9 mm pearls
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, White Gold, 14k Gold

Cultured Pearl Necklace
Cultured Pearl Necklace
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Double strand blue chalcedony necklace, sapphire, diamonds and cultured pearls
Located in New Orleans, LA
rich blue sapphire rondelles which are then centered on fine creamy white round cultured pearls. The
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2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Chalcedony, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold

3 Strands of Fresh Water Cultured Pearls with 14k Diamond 2.16cts. Rondles
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Three (3) strands of fresh water cultured pearls 7.5-7.75mm enhanced with 14k white gold and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

4 Strand AAA Japanese Cultured Pearl Choker with 18 Karat Gold and Diamonds
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Steal the show with this magnificent Japanese cultured pearl choker. Comprised of 4 rows of AAA 8mm
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Vintage 1970s American Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Pearl White Gold Platinum and Diamond Necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage Italian necklace with two strands of cultured pearls from 9 to 13 mm, with tapered and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

AJD GORGEOUS BlueGreen Cultured Pearls & Natural Pearl Shells 19" Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
This beautiful triple strand of bluegreen real cultured Pearls enhanced by the natural bluegreen
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2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl

Triple Pearl Necklace Choker w Gray Genuine Cultured Pearls
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
These baroque pearls are so interesting and unique. Each pearl has formed its own unique shape
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl

Double Strand Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage double strand cultured pearl necklace with an antique 0.84 carat
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20th Century Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces

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

Vintage Multi Strand Cultured Pearl Necklace With Jeweled Gold Clasp
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage mid-20th century seven strand cultured pearl necklace is accented with a large jeweled
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Mid-20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces

Ella Gafter Pearl Strand Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The 84” Japanese Akoya pearl necklace consists of 222 homogeneous round pearls (Pinctada Fucata) of
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cultured Pearl Necklace with White and Black Akoya Pearls
Located in Aspen, CO
Pearl necklace possessing both fine white pearls and black pearls. These pearls range in size from
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

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

Pearl Single Strand Necklace with Cluster Diamond Heart Charm Pendant
Located in beverly hills, CA
A very pretty cluster diamond heart charm pendant affixed to a luscious strand of cultured pearls
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Early 2000s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl

Cameo Clasp Cultured Pearl Choker in Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive triple strand cultured pearl choker with a 9 karat yellow gold
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Gold Multi-Strand Beaded Pearl Necklace
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A vintage cultured pearl necklace set with a 14 karat gold clasp. The two-strand necklace is strung
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

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

Ella Gafter Four-Strand Pearl Diamond Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The high-class pearl and diamond necklace consists of a set of 4 independent strands for a total of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Michael Kneebone Double Strand White Kasumi Pearl Necklace
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Two strands of luminous white Kasumi pearls (origin: Indonesia) form this dramatic necklace. The
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2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Silver

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

Materials

Freshwater Pearl

Turquoise, Diamond and Gold Three Strands of Pearl Opera Necklace
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Very elegant opera necklace: thee stands of white peals closing with a yellow gold clasp which is also the adornment of this piece. It consists of a 27mm long turquoise set in yellow...
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Late 20th Century Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

Exquisite Citrine, Ebony and Akoya Cultured Pearl Necklace
Located in Lucerne, CH
consisting of 172 round Akoya cultured pearls from 6.0 to 6.5 mm. The hook clasp is manufactured in 18 karat
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Late 20th Century Swiss Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

South Seas Baroque Cultured Pearl and Morganite Necklace By Assael
By Assael
Located in San Mateo, CA
Single strand of 101 baroque cultured South Seas pearls ranging in size from 9.2 - 12.9 mm strung
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2010s Australian Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Morganite, Cultured Pearl

Cultured Pearls, Oxblood Coral, 14k Gold Beads and Clasp
By Michael Engelhardt
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This necklace contains 12 strands of JAPANESE cultured peals, ranging in size from 2-4.5mm. Mixed
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2010s Japanese Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

Freshwater Pearl Triple Strand Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a freshwater pearl triple strand necklace. Nouveau Boutique created it with up to 15mm dyed
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2010s American Regency Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate

Freshwater Pearl Triple Strand Necklace
Freshwater Pearl Triple Strand Necklace
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AJD Dramatic Natural Cultured White Pearls Leaf & Burgundy Pearls Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
This double strand of really dramatic necklace is 18 inches long. It is natural real white Pearl
Category

2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

1980s Cultured Pearl Yellow Gold 18 Karat Clasp Sautoir Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Cultured Pearl yellow gold 18k clasp Sautoir Necklace. Crafted in the 1980s, this piece exudes
Category

Vintage 1980s Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Michael Kneebone Double Strand Baroque Pearl Black Onyx Necklace
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Two strands of enormous baroque Chinese freshwater pearls and black onyx beads comprise this
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2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Onyx, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Vermeil

Beautiful fresh water cultured pearl torsade / twist necklace, 17", ster. silver
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful, high quality freshwater cultured pearl torsade / twist necklace sterling silver, 5 rows
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21st Century and Contemporary American Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels Mid Century Coral, Pearl Bracelet in 18K Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Boston, MA
helix design, and adorned with intertwined strands of cultured pearls, and natural polished coral
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Vintage 1960s French Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Pearl, 18k Gold

Three-Row Cultured Pearl Necklace with Garnet and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in London, GB
individually knotted Japanese cultured pearls with an irresistible creamy lustre, variating from 6.15mm by the
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Michael Kneebone Khaki Colored Petal Pearl Double Strand Torsade Necklace
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Two strands of highly baroque freshwater pearls in rich colors of khaki, tan and bronze are twisted
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2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil

Vintage Coral and Cultured Pearl Five Row Necklace, Circa 1970
Located in London, GB
A vintage five row necklace, comprised of three rows of 6mm white cultured pearls and two rows of
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tahitian Natural Color Cultured South Sea Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This contemporary necklace is composed of 27 cultured round Tahitian pearls, measuring
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Double Strand Pearl Diamond and Emerald Necklace
Located in beverly hills, CA
A classic double strand pearl necklace. Composed of two strands of well matched cream colored
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21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bijoux Num Genuine Ruby, Cultured Pearl, White Topaz Long Station Necklace
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Contemporary Genuine Ruby, Cultured Baroque Pearl, and White Topaz Long Station Necklace. The
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Cultured Pearl, Topaz, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Double Strand Pearl Cocktail Necklace
Located in METAIRIE, LA
This Art Deco Double Strand Pearl Cocktail Necklace features 2 strands of Natural Cultured Pearls
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Tsavorite, 14k Gold

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

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 22k Gold, Vermeil

Diamond & Ruby Multi-Strand Akoya Pearl Necklace
Located in Bloomington, MN
Glorious Diamond & Ruby Multi-Strand Akoya Pearl Necklace Experience the epitome of luxury with
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Double Strand Diamond Pearl White Gold Rivière Necklace
Located in New York, NY
. 9.3mm to 9.8mm. First strand: 49 cultured pearls, measuring approx. 20″ in length. Second strand: 44
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Vintage 1980s Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k 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

Natural Color Golden Cultured South Sea Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This contemporary necklace is composed of 27 natural color golden cultured South Sea Pearls
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 K Yellow Gold Cultured Pearl Torsade Enamel Diamond Ball Clasp
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A classic tornado necklace consisting of 20 rows of cultured pearls with a removable 18 K yellow
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Frosty Baroque Akoya Pearls in 17" Two-Strand Necklace with Vintage Gold Clasp
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
We got these gorgeous and distinctive pearls at a trade show* in July of 2023. They're cultured
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2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

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

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
Category

Vintage 1960s European Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

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

Multi-Gemstone Carved Beads, Cultured Pearl, and White Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Multi-Gemstone Carved Beads, Cultured Pearl, and White Diamond Gold Necklace: A rare and beautiful
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2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Cultured Pearl, Multi-gemstone, White Diamond, Diamond, Citrine, ...

Long Cultured Baroque Natural Color South Sea Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This contemporary necklace is composed of 49 cultured white natural color south sea baroque pearls
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21st Century and Contemporary American Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

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

Burmese No Heat Sapphire Beads and Cultured South Sea Pearl 18K Gold Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Burmese No Heat Sapphire Beads and Cultured South Sea Pearl 18K Gold Necklace: A beautiful
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold...

18K Rose Gold 1/2 Cttw Diamond & Freshwater Pearl Double Strand Station Necklace
Located in New York, NY
cultured round ivory pearls in cup settings are stationed along with round white diamonds secured within
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

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

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Strand Of Cultured Pearls For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of strand of cultured pearls for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and 14k gold — can elevate any look. Find a collection of 838 vintage versions or 687 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 18th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Our collection of strand of cultured pearls includes designs that are universally popular, but contemporary and modern styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Marina J., Mikimoto and Aria Jewelry Design are consistently popular. A selection of round cut, bead and brilliant cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of strand of cultured pearls, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Strand Of Cultured Pearls?

Prices for strand of cultured pearls can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $82 and can go as high as $295,000, while strand of cultured pearls, on average, fetch $3,232.

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. 

Questions About Strand Of Cultured Pearls
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, cultured pearls are real pearls. However, they're not naturally occurring pearls. Instead, they come from oysters raised on farms and are the product of human intervention that encourages the development of pearls. Most pearls available on the market are cultured rather than natural. Shop a wide range of pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Akoya cultured pearls are pearls that come from Pinctada fucata martensii oysters. These molluscs are commonly referred to as Akoya oysters, accounting for the name of the pearls. The word “cultured” means that the pearls are real but were produced by oysters with the help of human intervention. Cultured pearls are very common, as naturally occurring pearls are extremely rare. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of pearl jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Paspaley pearls are cultured — that is, the pearl-growing process is initiated by pearl farmers. Paspaley is known today as one of the finest suppliers of cultured pearls in the world. Shop a collection of genuine Paspaley pearl jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    The tradition of the royals wearing three strands of pearls comes from Queen Elizabeth II. Her father, King George VI, presented her with a three-strand pearl necklace on her wedding day, and she wore the necklace many times in the years that followed. To honor the late queen, Kate Middleton, the Duchess of York, wore the queen's three-strand pearl necklace to Elizabeth II's funeral. The royal tradition of wearing pearls as mourning jewelry traces back to Queen Victoria. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of pearl necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    You can wear many kinds of earrings with a strand of pearls. Create a unified look by opting for pearl earrings like studs, clusters and drops. A pair of hoop earrings can also complement pearls, as can more dramatic dangle earrings set with gemstones. When choosing earrings, consider the occasion. Bolder, larger earrings tend to be more appropriate for night and special events. Explore a wide variety of earrings on 1stDibs.