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Gemstone: Pearl
18k White Gold Pearl Cts 11.74 and Pear-Shaped Rose-Cut Diamond Tassel Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
At its center are pear-shaped rose-cut stones, totaling 2.72 carats, exuding a subtle yet alluring sparkle.
Adorned with sparkling diamonds weighing 0.53 carats and embellished wit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s Italian 18k gold woven cuff with Burmese rubies, diamonds and pearls
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful 1950s Italian cuff bracelet made of hand woven 18k gold. The cuff is adorned with flower and leaf designs made of gold, Burmese rubies, pearls and diamonds.
Category
1950s Italian Contemporary Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Earring Wite and Yellow Gold Leaf- Shaped, Diamonds and Australian Pearls
Located in BILBAO, ES
White and Yellow Gold Earrings with Omega Clasp.
Leaf-Shaped, 202 brilliant-cut Diamonds, 54 carre-cut Diamonds and two Australian pearls.
With option to remove and put the pearls.
...
Category
1990s Spanish Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 15kt Rose Gold Diamond & Pearl Tiara Brooch
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Victorian 15kt rose gold and silver old-European cut diamond and pearl tiara brooch with safety pin chain.
X-Ray has been tested positive for 15k...
Category
1870s British Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Mid Century 9 Karat Gold Peridot Seed Pearl Cocktail Ring
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a Mid Century cocktail ring crafted in 9K yellow gold. Circa 1950.
The piece features:
- 4 peridots (oval cut)
- 5 seed pearls
Weight: 4.58g
Size: 15.75 (US 5)
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Category
Mid-20th Century Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 9k Gold
Early 20th Century Necklace Natural Pearl Diamond Emerald
Located in Geneva, CH
Early 20th century necklace natural pearl, diamond, emerald and platinum. Circa 1920.
Total weight: 45.82 grams
Total length chain: approx. 67.50 centimeters.
Dimensions pendent: ap...
Category
1910s European Belle Époque Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Belle Epoque Necklace Natural Pearl Diamond
Located in Geneva, CH
Belle Epoque necklace natural pearl, diamond and platinum. Pendent is holding a baroque natural pearl 13.87 carats not treated. Certified Swiss Laboratory.
Total weight: 33.37 grams...
Category
1910s European Belle Époque Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Victorian 9ct Gold Front & Back Turquoise And Seed Pearls Locket
Located in Portland, England
This stunning Victorian 9ct gold front and back locket is exquisitely adorned with a natural turquoise gemstones and delicate seed pearls in a form of the star. The locket opens to r...
Category
Early 20th Century British Victorian Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold
Turkish 18k Gold Turquoise, Pearl Necklace & Earrings Set
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
Up for sale is a truly unique and fabulous Turkish, turquoise pearl and gold necklace and earrings set.
The necklace weighs a total of 75 grams and consists of over 260 freshwater ...
Category
1990s Turkish Byzantine Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Freshwater Pearl Necklace with Roman Coin Charms
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a freshwater pearl necklace with Roman coin charms. It is stranded with 8mm baroque pearls and gilt bronze components. There are five of three different denominations of gilt...
Category
2010s Turkish Artisan Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Bronze
Sterling Silver Hand-Carved Mother of Pearl Necklace
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
The hand-carved mother-of-pearl pendant necklace by Stephen Dweck is an exquisite example of fine craftsmanship. Set in sterling silver, the pendant features intricate carvings on th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Antique Imperial Austrian Pendant Locket Black Enamel Pearls solid Silver /15 gr
Located in SE
Antique Austrian- Hungarian or Bohemian Fine Pendant with a locket, decorated with fine floral engravings, Black Enamel and Seed Pearls. All metal parts made of solid 830 Silver. Gil...
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Arts and Crafts Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Silver, Enamel
Yellow Gold Cultured Pearl & Cubic Zirconia Ring - 14k 1.00ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7
Sizing Fee: Up 1/2 a size for $30 or Down 1/2 a size for $30
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold
Stone Information
Cultured Pearl
Size: 9mm
Cubic Zirconias
Carat(s): 1.00ctw d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Chevron Necklace 19 Inches
Located in Eagan, MN
What a beautiful elegant necklace. You can dress it up or down. It has 5 graduated pearls, largest being 6 mm and 7 small diamonds that are approximately 2 mm round. The chain sta...
Category
2010s Turkish Art Deco Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Enamel Magen David 18K Gold Chain Necklace Diamond Enhancer and Toggle Clasp
Located in New York, NY
An enameled Magen David on a hand-crafted drop link necklace with a diamond enhancer. All are in recycled 18K gold. A bold symbol of faith and spirit this beautiful Magen David is ha...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Oriental Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold...
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold and Pearl Peter Bram Necklace 16 - 19 Inches
Located in Eagan, MN
What a beautiful elegant necklace. You can dress it up or down. It has 14k Gold curved spacers in between the pearls which makes this necklace special. Each 5.5m is flanked by a s...
Category
2010s American Art Deco Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style Micro Pearls 1.00 Carat Emerald Yellow Gold Drop Stud Earrings
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem.
We can ship every...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Turquoise & Freshwater Pearl Dangle Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a pair of turquoise and freshwater pearl dangle earrings. We hand wired with unusual leather-polished turquoise and large fres...
Category
2010s American Modern Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Antique Swiss Guilloche Enamel And Pearl Silver Locket Pendant
Located in Portland, England
Exquisite Antique Swiss green guilloche enamel and silver locket. We believe the piece was a ladies pocket watch previously and converted to a locket later. This enamelled locket was...
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Silver, Enamel
14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Pearl Necklace
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Pearl Necklace 16.5g
Elevate your jewelry collection with our 14K Yellow Gold Diamond & Pearl Necklace. This piece radiates sophistication and timeless c...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
10k Yellow Gold 1890s Pearl Sun Burst Pin/Pendant
Located in Lexington, KY
This pin comes from the 1890s Victorian era and is made in 10k yellow gold with pearl. Each ray from the sun burst contains approximately six individual pearls, creating exceptional ...
Category
1890s Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Brooch set with pearl and ruby 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k bicolor gold brooch with mabee pearl and ruby - size. 2.5 cm long by 2.9 cm wide
detailed description:
the size of the brooch is 2.5 cm long by 2.9 cm wide
weight 6.3 grams
...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pearl Necklace and gold lock with diamonds 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
Pearl necklace with 18k yellow gold clasp set with brilliant cut diamonds up to. 0.37 ct - G/H - SI - 50 cm
detailed description:
length of the necklace is 50 cm long
the dimensio...
Category
Early 2000s Dutch Modern Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Nouveau 14K Gold Matte Enamel Seed Pearl & Leaf Wreath Brooch Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
This beautiful antique brooch/pin was crafted during the art nouveau era in solid 14k yellow gold and features a lovely leaf circle wreath design. The wreath is adorned with beautifu...
Category
1910s Art Nouveau Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel
Cultured Pearl Coral and Gold Dangle Earrings, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of white cultured pearl and coral bead dangle or drop earrings in a 14-Karat yellow gold setting, circa mid-20th century. Pearls may be Akoya pearls because of their...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold
Art Deco Peridot and Pearl 9 Carat Gold Pendant and Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This pendant holds two peridot stones and is modelled in 9carat gold. The Pendant can also be a brooch and is decorated with seed pearls.
Pendant top to bottom: 5.5cm
Weight: 3.8g
Category
1910s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 9k Gold
Bvlgari Diva's Dream 18K Rose Gold Diamond Open-Cuff Bracelet S/M
Located in New York, NY
Bvlgari open cuff bracelet from the Diva's dream collection finely crafted in 18K rose gold featuring one section of mother of pearl inlay and another section of 29 micro pave set ro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
David Yurman Sterling Silver, Pearls and Gold Figaro Necklace
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and substantial vintage David Yurman 'Figaro' necklace, circa early-21st century, around 2002. Necklace is comprised of substantial sterling silver links and large freshw...
Category
Early 2000s American Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
White Pearls, Sapphires, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY:
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Category
2010s Italian Modern Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Contemporary 14K White Gold Diamond and Akoya Pearl Crown Drop Earrings
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a gorgeous pair of elegant earrings in 14k white gold featuring a stunning array of diamonds and a pair of beautiful articulated Akoya pearl drops. These earrings combine the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 9ct Gold Edwardian Amethyst & Seed Pearl Pendent
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Amethyst Pendant
9ct Gold
Circa 1900
Lovely Edwardian Pendant Set with Pretty Amethyst & Seed Pearls. Almost Heart Shaped with Fabulous Swirls & Floral Detail.
Pendant...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold
18ct Gold Victorian Butterfly Necklace Set with Seed Pearls Natural Diamond Eyes
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Butterfly Necklace
18ct Gold Stamped
Circa 1880
Makers Mark S S
Beautiful, Victorian butterfly necklace. Set with natural seed pearls & natural diamond eyes. Comes compl...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Kai Purple Amethyst Diamond Baroque Pearl Convertible Drop Earrings
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Discover Kai's Purple Amethyst Diamond Baroque Pearl Convertible Drop Earrings in 14k yellow gold. Featuring exquisite amethyst gemstones, radiant diamonds, and lustrous baroque pear...
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Ella Gafter Pisces Diamond Pearl Emerald Zodiac Ring in 18K Ring
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond And Emerald zodiac pisces ring beautifully handcrafted in 18k white gold.
The details are as follows:
Pearl: 14mm untreated south sea pearl. The...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Pearl Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
6mm white pearl
Accented by 6 old european cut diamonds weighing approx 0.04 carat
J-K color
I1 clarity
14k rose gold and silver topped
Victorian circa 1890s
Ring size 5 and can ...
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Victorian Era Opal & Seed Pearl 10K Rose Gold
Located in Montgomery, AL
We love the design of this vintage beauty!
Ring Details
Material: 10K Rose Gold
Era: Victorian 1840 - 1900
Ring Width: 8.1mm
Shank Width: 2.0mm
Weight: 2.3 Grams
Finger Size: 8 1/2
...
Category
Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
4 Row Pearl and Diamond Bracelet
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 Karat White Gold 4 Strand Bracelet Featuring 84 Round Cultured Pearls Measuring 6.5mm to 7mm Accented by 15 Single Cut Diamonds of SI Clarity and G/H Color Totaling 0.15 Carats. 6...
Category
Mid-20th Century Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Amethyst, turquoise and black pearl necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
Long very smart single strand sautoir of multi cut faceted beautiful rich colored amethysts accented with brilliantly colored turquoise beads flanked with pear shaped black cultured ...
Category
2010s American Byzantine Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, Turquoise
Natural Garnet and Pearl Vintage Style Pendant in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This pendant flaunts a square shape adorned with clusters at both ends, accentuating a round deep red garnet nestled in the center. Enhanced by pearls scattered throughout, it adds a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Earrings set with pearl and brilliant cut diamonds up to 1.20ct 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold earrings set with pearl and brilliant cut diamonds, up to. 1.20 ct F/G VS/SI
detailed description:
the top of the earring is 3.2 cm high by 1.1 cm wide
weight 9.2 g...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian 18k Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, and Pearl Enameled Cherub Bangle
Located in Narberth, PA
An unusual padlock bracelet from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This stylish bangle bracelet is made of 18k vibrant yellow gold, and features a circular centerpiece at the front detaile...
Category
1880s Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2.40cts Rubellite diamond lilac pearl earrings, 18K gold, by Michelle Massoura
Located in Nicosia, CY
These one-of-a-kind earrings by Michelle Massoura
are made in 18Karat Yellow Gold and are set with a pair of princess cut Rubellites, surrounded by a bezel frame and a halo of glimme...
Category
2010s European Art Deco Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Rubelite, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Turquoise & Pearl 9ct Rose Gold Locket Necklace
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian locket featuring seed pearls and a single turquoise gemstone set in 9ct rose gold. The heart shaped locket hangs from a new 9ct gold chain. The locket is a gold 'ba...
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Rose Gold
White Pearls, Emeralds, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY:
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Victorian Mourning Ring, 9k Gold, Split Pearl
Located in NEWARK, GB
This charming antique Victorian Mourning ring is full of character and alluring melancholy romance as mourning pieces are usually both beaut...
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Affordable Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond & Pearl Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A most romantic and everlasting token of love and affection, this 3 stone antique Victorian pearl and diamond engagement ring is truly affordable elegance. The sentimental trilogy of...
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Victorian Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold 34 3/4 Long Antique Station Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of cable link chain with fourteen pearl bead stations
Ranging from 4.0 to 5.0 mm near-round in shape
Cream, white, and pink in body color
With strong iridescence throughou...
Category
1860s Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Old Mine Diamond Pearl Heart Pendant Brooch 14 Karat Gold Antique
Located in New York, NY
This is an Antique Victorian Diamond Heart Pendant set throughout with lovely Seed Pearls. In the center is a sparkling Old Mine Cut Diamond. The diamond and pearls are set in a wo...
Category
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Late Victorian Pearl Mourning Ring, c.1902
Located in London, GB
A rare piece of history, this Mourning ring dated back to c.1902. A trio of pearls adorn the face of the piece, the central on being 3mm whilst the flanking pair are 2.25mm a piece. ...
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 15k Gold, Enamel
Vintage 14k White Gold Earrings Diamond & 10mm Pearl
Located in Montreal, QC
14k white gold earring set with 9 1/2-10mm Akoya pearl and 3 diamonds of .10ct each, clarity VVS-VS and color G. Stamped 14k 585, In good condition.
Category
20th Century Canadian Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Victorian 1890s Gold Filled Tassel Necklace
Located in Lexington, KY
This gorgeous gold filled tassel necklace from the 1890s Victorian era is very special. The circle and bar chain is very unique in todays world as it is less common for todays time p...
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, Gold
Emerald, Gold Nugget & Keshi Pearl Bracelet Circa 2000s
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
This unique modern bracelet comprises of eight gold nuggets with four bezel set with natural green emeralds, between each gold nugget a Keshi pearl links the bracelet as one. Secured...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Pearl, Gold
Grey Pearls, Diamonds, Platinum Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY:
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Category
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Natural Garnet and Pearl Vintage Style Floral Cluster Pendant in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This floral cluster pendant, inspired by vintage aesthetics, showcases a captivating round deep red garnet at its center, encircled by six smaller round garnets, resulting in a dazzl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Detachable South Sea Pear and Diamond Earrings
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 Karat White Gold Detachable Drop Earrings Featuring 2 South Sea Pearls Measuring 13.5mm in Diameter Accented by 98 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds of SI Clarity and G/H Color Totalin...
Category
1990s Pearl Jewelry
Materials
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Cameo Agate Pearl Garnet Yellow Gold Brooch, 1860
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Antique Victorian Agate and Pearl Seeds, Garnet Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch 1860
Extremely delicate and fine work depicting a high society lady, with pearls and silk dress.
The brooch ...
Category
1860s Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Garnet, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Vintage Pearl 18ct White Gold 2.35ct Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in London, GB
Discover the elegance of our 18ct white gold ring, showcasing a lustrous white pearl surrounded by 32 baguette diamonds in a captivating floating ballerina setting. In the Victorian ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Garnet and Pearl Lariat Chain Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One retro 14K yellow gold vintage lariat chain necklace with a garnet and pearl set flower motif slide pendant complete with tassles below. Measures 20 inches in length (not includin...
Category
1940s Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage and Antique Pearl Jewelry
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.
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