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Gemstone: Pearl
Eostre Australian South Sea Baroque Pearl Bracelet
Located in Melbourne, AU
A white Australian South Sea Pearl Bracelet It consists of 16 cultured south sea pearls in white Colour with pink overtone. The Pearls are of High Lustre with very few natural surf...
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, South Sea Pearl

1980s 14k Yellow Gold Black Mabe Pearl Earrings
Located in Dallas, TX
From the Eiseman Estate Jewelry Collection, circa 1980s, 14 karat yellow gold black mabe pearl and diamond clip on earrings. These estate earrings are crafted with 2 black mabe pearl...
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1980s Modern Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold & Platinum Pink & White Pearl Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
From the Eiseman Estate collection, 18 karat yellow gold and platinum pink and white pearl ring. This ring is crafted with 1 white pearl measurin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Mother Of Pearl Flower Earrings in 18K Gold Over Silver Italian Made
Located in Carlsbad, CA
Made In Italy Mother of Pearl 18K Gold Plated Length: 1 inch, 3 cm
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21st Century and Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Freshwater White Pearl Earrings with 14K Yellow Gold and .08ctw Diamond
Located in New York, NY
Be the belle of any ball with these stunningly romantic pure white cultured pearl earrings. Each dangle earring features a lustrous pure white genuine cultured freshwater pearl in a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Charles Turi Mobe Pearl w Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Offered at a very special price: From the exclusive Charles Turi Collection, these eighteen karat 18K yellow gold, diamond and mobe pearl earrings create a truly distinctive and eleg...
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1990s American Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau 14K Gold Freshwater Pearl Swag Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Houston, TX
Art Nouveau 14K yellow gold floral swag necklace. There are 3 florets each centered with diamonds and freshwater pearls. The necklace measures 15 3/4 inches in length. Circa 1900.
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Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Omega Ladies Gold Platinum Diamond Pearl and Enamel Covered Bracelet Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970 Omega Very Scarce High Jewelry / watch Collection Covered Bracelet ladies Wrist Watch. A 17 Jewel manual Back wind Movement within an 18K Yellow Gold concealed case with C...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Turquoise Keshi Pearl 14 Karat Gold Necklace Triple Strand
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Turquoise and Keshi Pearl triple strand Necklace in 14 Karat Yellow Gold. The natural mined Turquoise are pear shaped and round with wonderful Sleeping Beauty col...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Freshwater Oval Natural Color Pink Pearl and Sterling Silver Tin-Cup Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This double length tin-cup style necklace features oval shaped cultured freshwater natural pink color pearls. The pearls measure 9-10mm. This necklace measures 36 inches and can be w...
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2010s American Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A pair of South Sea pearls measuring 13.5mm each with 0.67 carats of full-cut diamonds, set in 18K gold.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Antique Natural Pearl and Diamond Necklace, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
Antique natural pearl and diamond necklace, circa 1880. A gold and silver necklace with one central florette set with a natural round pearl surrounded by eight petals, each set with ...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold

Seaman Schepps Bubble Coral Pearl Diamond Gold Earrings
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Pair of brand new Seaman Schepps 18k gold Bubble earrings, with 0.28ctw G/VS diamonds, pearls and coral. Come with packaging. Earrings are 21mm x 20mm.Marked: 248444, 750, Shell. Wei...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Pearl in Oyster Shell Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
Nouveau Boutique created this pearl in oyster shell necklace combining freshwater pearls and shell beads. Three rows ofpearls are hand-wired into a beautiful natural lustrous oyster ...
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2010s American Artist Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Ring with Appraisal
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a beautiful ring. It is a size 9. It has one 9 mm tahitian pearl post set and 20 round diamonds surrounding it. It is a pre-owned ring and in excellent condition. The di...
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2010s Unknown Art Nouveau Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 19th Century Sapphire Fine Pearl Enamel Silver Pendant Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant-Brooch in silver, ram's head hallmark. Refined, this antique brooch features an arabesque design adorned with small sapphires and fine half-pearls, a fleur-de-lis motif at th...
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Enamel, Silver

LBVintage Mother of Pearl Buttons on braided cord One of a Kind Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Stunning, Handmade, One of a Kind, Vintage Mother of Pearl Button Necklace. These gorgeous, hand carved, genuine Mothe...
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Mid-20th Century Southeast Asian Artisan Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Freshwater Pearl

Natural Pearl & Diamond Brooch
Located in Southbury, CT
Four baroque natural, uncultured river pearls -gleaming and iridescent- together resemble with stunning accuracy an iris flower; a design further emphasized by the central .10 carat ...
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1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Natural Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

AJD 22 Inch Necklace Hubei Turquoise Mixed with White Freshwater Pearl
Located in Raleigh, NC
22 Inch necklace of graduated rounded rondelles of Hubei turquoise (up to 23mm) mixed with white freshwater pearls. The pearls have gorgeous luster with flashes of pink and blue. The...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, 10k Gold, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal

AJD Elegant White Pearl and Blue Lapis Lazuli 20 Inch Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
20 Inch stunning lapis lazuli and white pearl necklace. The lapis is smooth and fashioned in thick rondelles, and just slightly graduated. The central pearl focal is absolutely gor...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil

Ciondolo o Charm Balena in oro 18Kt con perla Australiana Zaffiri Blu e perline
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
Con una perla australiana da circa 12.5x14 mm ho realizzato un ciondolo balena. Ho creato in oro bianco 18Kt la sua coda con la pinna, gli occhi con due zaffiri blu e il suo caratter...
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2010s Italian Artisan Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Go...

Lapponia Björn Weckström 14 Karat Gold Necklace Pearl 1966.
Located in Orimattila, FI
Lapponia Björn Weckström 14 Karat Gold Necklace Pearl 1966. The pendant comes with a chain that is not original. Björn Weckström 1966 MADE IN FINLAND The Necklace is perfect conditi...
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1960s Finnish Modernist Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold

10mm Natural Pearl & Kite Cut Blue Sapphire Dangling Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our exquisite 10mm Natural Pearl & Kite Cut Blue Sapphire 18K White Gold Dangling Earrings, a harmonious blend of nature's finest treasures and impeccable craftsmanship. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Natural Pearl, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Belle Époque Diamond Platinum 18 K Natural Oriental Pearl Bridal Ring
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This ring is made out of 18 karat yellow gold and platinum the ring head features ca natural oriental button pearl surrounded by lovely white diamonds, all set in platinum. The ring ...
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1890s English Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Oriental Pearl, Platinum

14 Karat Yellow Gold Black Pearl and Diamond Ring Size 7
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Black Pearl and Diamond Ring Size 7- This lovely ring features one black pearl (10 mm) and two round brillia...
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Early 20th Century Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, Yellow Gold

Lapponia Björn Weckström 14 Karat Gold Necklace Magic Pearl 1967.
Located in Orimattila, FI
Lapponia Björn Weckström 14 Karat Gold Necklace Magic Pearl 1967. The pendant comes with a chain that is not original. Björn Weckström 1967 MADE IN FINLAND The Necklace is perfect co...
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1960s Finnish Modernist Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold

Kasumi-Like Metallic Golden And Pink Freshwater Pearl Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
Introducing this unique and rare Chinese Kasumi-Like Metallic Freshwater Baroque pearl necklace! Lovely necklace, dusted with metallic golden overtones over shades of dusky rose, viv...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

Tahiti Chocolate Pearls & Diamonds Cocktail Ring 18Kt Gold - 3, 65cts diamonds
Located in Milano, IT
This classy Cocktail ring is part of the Nuvole Colllection presented and manufactured by Blue White Group Italian artisans. Easily worn in everyday life or extremely elegant with a ...
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2010s Italian Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco Diamond and Pearl Platinum Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco diamond and pearl platinum pendant featuring a modified marquise shaped pendant portion featuring 96 old European and rose cut diamonds totaling 3.25 ct. with H-I-J color and SI-2 clarity with the center diamond weighing 0.70 ct. The pendant measures 40 x 33 millimeters in size and is enhanced by twenty round white cultured pearls set throughout measuring 3 millimeters in diameter on average. Suspended from an 18K white gold open link chain necklace...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Art Nouveau Amethyst Baroque Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Amethyst and pearl pendant necklace. Oval Amethyst center stone mounted in a 10k yellow gold bezel pendant setting. Accented with 5 freshwater natural pearls and 1 white baroque fre...
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Early 20th Century Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Art Deco Amethyst and Seed Pearl Pin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Amethyst: 3 round cut = 0.60ctw Dimensions: pin measures 60 x 6.20mm Weight: 5.09 grams
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20th Century Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970s Diamond Emerald 18k Gold Panther Pearl Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Presenting a remarkable estate jewelry piece: a pearl choker necklace featuring an opulent panther head clasp adorned with diamonds and emerald eyes, all set in luxurious 18K yellow ...
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1970s Modern Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold

GIA Freshwater Pearl Beaded Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
GIA certified, natural freshwater cultured pearls. The strand of pearls is 60 inches These stunning pearls measure in size from 12 mm to 15.5 mm. Freshwater pearls are unique in si...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Retro Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Freshwater Pearl

Tahitian Black Pearl Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
The length of the necklace is 17.5 inches (44.5 cm). The large size of the smooth, round, high-quality beads varies from 12 mm to 14 mm. The most highly prized Black pearls are those...
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2010s American Art Deco Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Mabe Pearl Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K yellow gold Weight: 12.63 grams Dimensions: ring top measures 23mm wide Size: 8 (complimentary sizing available)
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21st Century and Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Bypass Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Diamond: 16 round brilliant cut = 0.24cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Weight: 4.10 grams Dimensions: ring top measures 14mm wide Size: 5 (compl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Freshwater Pearl Necklace Length 64"
Located in Chesterland, OH
This is a cream-pink natural freshwater pearl necklace that is long at approximately 64″ from end to end – long, beautiful, and elegant. There is no clasp on this necklace as it is o...
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Freshwater Pearl

Antique Victorian 18K Gold Diamond Pearl Star Necklace Pendant Brooch - c.1890
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this splendid antique 18ct gold diamond and pearl starburst necklace made in the Victorian era c.1890. Upon first glance, this necklace immediately presen...
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19th Century Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian Black Onyx Pearl Cube Watch Fob Charm Pendant with Flower Blossoms
Located in Danvers, MA
In wonderful original condition, this elegant Victorian era onyx cube with flower blossoms was originally a pocket watch fob. Perhaps a mourning piece, given the black onyx and the ...
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19th Century American Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold

Citrine and Pearl Triple Strand Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a citrine and pearl triple strand necklace. Nouveau Boutique created this with citrine coin beads and dyed cultured pearls. It is hi-lighted with up to 20 mm translucent nug...
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2010s American Regency Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Citrine, Pearl, Gold Plate

Vintage 18k Gold 4.8mm Pearl & Blue Enamel Bead on Textured Wheat Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (8) Genuine Cultured Pearls - Round Shape - Wire Set - White Color w/ Golden Overtone - Excellent Luster - 4.8mm approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 12.59...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Ring South Sea Golden Pearl with Diamonds & Blue Sapphire 18Kt
Located in Miami, FL
Resplendent 18kt white gold ring, showcasing the luminescence of a golden South Sea pearl at its heart. This radiant pearl is cradled by a brilliant constellation of diamonds, their ...
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2010s American Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

14 Karat White Gold Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Diamond: 36 round brilliant cut = 0.40cttw Color: H Clarity: VS1-2 Diamond: 28 baguette cut = 0.60cttw Color: H Clarity: VS1-2 Weight: 3.84...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K Gold 14 mm Tahitian South Sea Pearl Dia. Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Stud Earrings Metal Type: 18K White Gold Metal Finish: High Polish Total Item Weight (g): 11.3 Gemstone: Diamond Carat Total Weight: 0.2 Stone Count: 2 Stone Shape: Round Brilliant ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Classic Mid-20th Century Platinum, Natural Pearl, and Baguette Diamond Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This lovely hand crafted platinum cocktail ring is most certainly a creation of the 1950's to 1960's. During this period pearls were used extensively as center pieces as well as min...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Marina J. Pearl Lace Necklace with Fire Opal, Tanzanite & Diamond Centerpiece
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful One of A Kind piece by Marina J. This Necklace is made of all cultured Seed Pearls intricately woven together into an elegant Lace like design. Faceted Blue Sapphires and H...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Tanzanite, Fire Opal, Rhodium, Silver

14k Yellow Gold Baroque Pearl w/ Diamond, Cabochon Ruby & Sapphire Wrap Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Genuine Cultured Pearl - Baroque Shape - Stem Set - White Color - Fine Luster - 23.4x12.4mm (approx.) (2) Natural Genuine Rubies - Oval Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ring 18kt Rose Gold, Pearl 15.7 mm, Sapphires 1.04 cts. & Diamonds 2.13 cts.
Located in Miami, FL
This 18kt white and rose gold cocktail ring featuring a lustrous South Sea pearl at the center, surrounded by sapphire cabochons and round diamonds, would be an exquisite and sophist...
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2010s American Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold

Ring South Sea Pearl with Pink Sapphires & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
This 18kt white and yellow gold cocktail ring featuring a lustrous South Sea pearl at the center, surrounded by round pink sapphires and round diamonds, would be an exquisite and sop...
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2010s American Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Late 20th Century 18k White Gold, Diamond & Gray Tahitian Pearl Cocktail Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This bold and lovely 18k white gold vintage ladies cocktail ring features one central cultured 13.5mm diameter Tahitian cultured grey pearl, topping off eleven bombe swirls set with ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gold

Handcrafted Ear Cuff with AAA White Akoya Pearls
Located in Boostedt, SH
A design classic from THEVAULT15. This ear cuff is made of lustrous high-quality AAA white Akoya pearls, making it a beautiful addition to any collection. Wear it stacked with one of...
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2010s German Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl

18-Karat Yellow Gold Encrusted Diamonds Ear Cuff with AAA Akoya Pearls
Located in Boostedt, SH
A design classic from THEVAULT15. This ear cuff is made of lustrous high-quality AAA white Akoya pearls and diamond encrusted 18k yellow gold beads, making it a beautiful addition to...
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2010s German Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Encrusted Diamonds Ear Cuff with AAA Akoya Pearls
Located in Boostedt, SH
THEVAULT15´s signature ear cuff is modeled on the classic eternity ring. Made to easily form to your ear, it´s cast from 18-karat Yellow Gold and encrusted with diamonds, handset by ...
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2010s German Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Golden South Sea Pearl Bracelet with 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Encrusted Orbs
Located in Boostedt, SH
THEVAULT15's jewelry is defined by the classic beauty of pearls and diamonds, making them the perfect accessory for any occasion. The Ray bracelet is from precious AAA Golden South S...
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2010s German Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Doppia By Bertolucci Stainless Steel Diamond and Mother of Pearl Dress
By Bertolucci Pulchar
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: quartz Function: hours, minutes Case: 34.5 x 28mm stainless case, sapphire crystal, .60cttw diamond bezel Band: black stingray, integrated clasp Dial: mother of pearl, sil...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Stainless Steel

Black Pearl and Diamond "Rabbit" Pendant Necklace made in White Gold
Located in Porto, PT
Rosior one-off Pendant Necklace made in White Gold and Set with: - 1 "baroque" Black Pearl - 102 White Diamonds weighing 0,71 ct; Weight in 19.2K gold: 6.5 g. Handmade in Portugal. S...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Gold, White Gold

Top Grade Tahiti Pearl Necklace with 18k Yellow Gold Diamond-Encrusted Clasp
Located in Boostedt, SH
THEVAULT15 ́s lustrous pearl necklace is elegantly subversive, capturing the spirit of rock n roll. Designed to be worn close to the neckline for a striking look, this signature neck...
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2010s German Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

AJD 30 Inch Unique White Pearl and Matte Rondelle Ruby Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
30 Inch necklace of faceted matte 6mm natural ruby rondelles and white Chinese freshwater pearls. This one-of-a-kind necklace is finished with a diamond studded gold vermeil lobster...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Vermeil, Mixed Metal

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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