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Gemstone: Pearl
Chanel CC Grey Faux Pearls Gunmetal Tone Bracelet
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The choice of the best materials coupled with heritage artisanship makes this Chanel bracelet a creation worth cherishing. It sits gracefully on any wrist.
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2010s Italian Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl

South Sea Pearl with Fresh Water Pearl Cross Pendant in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
South Sea Pearl with Fresh Water Pearl Pendant set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 4.2 cm Length: 7.2 cm Total...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Heart 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant Pearl Necklace
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
The marriage of classic elements creates versatility for this lovely pearl diamond heart charm pendant necklace. Perfect for special occasion outfits paired with your favorite earrings or great for a flirty glam look with a crisp white collar shirt...
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Early 2000s American Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carrington for Tiffany & Co. Platinum and 14K Gold Art Deco Cufflinks Circa 1920
Located in New York, NY
Set of dress cufflinks from the Art-Deco era , designed by the prestigious jewelry firm Carrington & Co in the early 20th century. The set features a combination of precious material...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Roman Malakov 1.44 Carat Diamond And South Sea Pearl Cocktail Fashion Ring
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and intricately designed cocktail ring showcasing a South Sea pearl accented with 190 round cut diamonds weighing 1.44 carats total. Pearl are approximately 13-14 mm diam...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roberto Coin 18K Rose Gold 0.55ct Diamond and Mother of Pearl Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
This Roberto Coin ring will serve as a breathtaking addition to any ensemble. At the center of the shimmering 18K Rose Gold setting, youll find a bold Mother of Pearl center stone su...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Rose Gold & Silver Conch Pearl, Diamond & Pearl Bangle
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique rose gold, conch pearl, diamond, and pearl bracelet, comprising one oval pink conch pearl, ten seed pearls, two old mine cut diamonds, and fifty-four rose cut diamonds, se...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Christian Dior Flower Earrings #16778
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Christian Dior Flower Earrings- These elegant flower earrings by Christian Dior each feature one faux pearl and sparkling crystals. Push back cl...
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20th Century Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Rock Crystal

"Eggplant Stack" 15mm Tahitian Pearl Fob in Rose Gold on Tourmaline Necklace
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This outrageous baroque Tahitian pearl is one from a parcel of outrageous baroque Tahitian pearls we were thrilled to acquire from Continental Pearls in 2023.* Continental, founded ...
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2010s American Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Verdura Citrine Diamond Pearl Byzantine Long Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
"Byzantine" long necklace, featuring a single-strand comprised of polished citrine beads accented by gold beads, silver and diamond pierced beads, and cultured pearls. 18k yellow go...
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2010s Unknown Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

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...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

White South Sea Pearl, Turquoise Earrings in 18K Solid Yellow Gold
Located in Astoria, NY
Classic, dangling pearl earrings with a petite turquoise pendant on the end. In summer, mobile, and elegant. Total length 2 inches. South Sea Pearl size: 13mm 18K Solid Yellow Gold...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Yellow Gold Cultured Half Pearl Large Stud Earrings 14k Rope Knot Non-Pierced
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Cultured Half Pearls Size: 7.6mm Style: Large Stud Fastening Type: Non-Pierced Screw-On Closures Theme: Nautical Rope Knot Features...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tahitian Black Pearl Strand with Pink Undertones with a 14 Karat Ball Clasp
Located in Great Neck, NY
This beautiful black Tahitian pearl necklace is stunning with pink undertones. These 12-14.2mm pearls make an 18 inch strand made out of 33 pearls. The pearls are expertly strung wit...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Pearl Dangle Earrings with Diamond and Sapphire in 14k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
Get ready to spellbind in these exceptionally beautiful dangle earrings. Expertly crafted with sapphire, emerald pearl and diamonds, this timeless design is set in 14K white gold. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Folded Ribbon Earrings with Oversized Baroque Pearls
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Folded Ribbon Earrings are designed to pay homage to the ancient tradition of tying ribbons and cloths to trees in Anatolia. This practice, known as "wish-making," is rooted in the b...
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2010s North American Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Necklace of Platinum, Diamond, Natural Pearl & Fancy cut Onyx, c. 1920
Located in Aspen, CO
Art Deco Platinum, Diamond, Onyx and Natural Pearl Pendant Necklace, c. 1920. The fancy cut onyx which were cut precisely for this exquisite antique pendant are rimmed with 74 Europe...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Platinum

White South Sea Pearl and Diamond Necklace in 18K 2 Tone Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful white diamond round and white South Sea round pearl necklace handmade in 18k white and yellow gold.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold

Vintage Pearl Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Spider Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Pearl Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Spider Brooch. Featuring one golden Tahitian pearl measuring approximately 17.00 millimeters and one Tahitian black pearl measuring approxim...
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1980s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

1899 Cross Ring Seed Pearls solid 18K Gold Ø 6.5 US / 1 gr.
Located in SE
Antique 18K Orange toned Gold Ring with seven natural Seed Pearls set in a Cross pattern. The cross measures 6 mm x 3.5 mm. This ring was hand - made in Stockholm, Sweden, in 1899 /...
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1890s Swedish Arts and Crafts Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Ice cream funny earrings studs with peridots and pearls in 14k gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Ice cream funny earrings studs with peridots and pearls in 14k gold. Food earrings. Simple everyday earrings for young girl. Metal: 14k gold 19x9.5 mm size Weight: 2.53 gr. Gemsto...
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2010s Turkish Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold

Chanel Metal Fabric Strass Pearl Cuba CC Chain Link Chocker Necklace
Located in Freehold, NJ
Preowned 100% Authentic Chanel Metal Fabric Strass Pearl Cuba CC Chain Link Chocker Necklace RATING: A/B...Very Good, shows minimal signs of use CONDITION: a small dot mark on 1 pie...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Crystal, Pearl, Base Metal

Antique Original Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Pearl And Onyx Decorated Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 2.7 grams. Please contact for any questions.
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Onyx, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

1980S South Sea Pearl Diamond Platinum Scalloped Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
These platinum dangle earrings feature a lustrous South Sea pearl suspended from a scalloped design setting. Each earring showcases a cascade of 168 natural round diamonds, meticulo...
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1980s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

Virgin Mary Mother of Pearl Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a mother-of-pearl medal depicting the Virgin Mary within a blue enamel frame surrounded by 64 natural seed pearls. Umarked but...
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20th Century French Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

South-Sea GIA Pearl Platinum baguette diamond cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This impressive ballerina ring is crafted in solid platinum, weighing 25.7 grams and measuring 21mm wide and 19mm high. This alluring cocktail ring is centered with a lustrous south-...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Pearl and Diamond Earrings Set In Platinum
Located in London, GB
Elevate your style with these stunning Tiffany & Co. Pearl and Diamond Stud Earrings. Crafted with precision and sophistication, with 0.11ct sparkling diamonds that catch the light ...
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Early 2000s Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Tie Clip 45 mm 14k Y Gold 7.70 mm M369
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Tie Clip 45 mm 14k Y Gold 7.70 mm M369 This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya pearl tie clip is made of yellow gold and has 1 Akoya Cultured Pearl ...
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1990s Japanese Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold

Vintage 3 Bird Chicks Faux Pearl Sparkling Crystal Golden Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Delightful! Vintage Three Bird Chicks in a Row Bird Brooch Pin. The Chicks Beautifully encrusted with Sparkling Crystals. Gold tone mounting. Measuring approximately 8-10cm. A...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Crystal, Pearl, Gold Plate

Edwardian 2.00ct Blue Zircon, Diamond and Pearl Pendant, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
With intricate winding vines, leaves and flowers, this stunning Edwardian pendant was clearly inspired by the Art Nouveau movement. A single 2.00 carat blue zircon sits at the centre...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Zircon, Blue Zircon, 15k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Arts & Crafts Red Carpet Amethyst and Seed Pearl Tassel Gold Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Arts & Crafts Amethyst and Seed Pearl Tassel Gold Drop Vintage Necklace. Centering a 45 Carat Oval Amethyst surrounded by Seed Pearls and suspending a Multi Strand ...
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Mid-20th Century Arts and Crafts Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bespoke Floral Sapphire & Pearl Brooch 4.02g
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A 15ct Yellow Gold Floral Brooch, set with 2 Ceylon type blue sapphires and 12 half pearls. Circa 1910. Sapphires 2.8mm and 2.0mm. Pearls 1.9mm. Metal: 15ct Yellow Gold Carat: N/A ...
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1910s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, Pearl, Yellow Gold

"Noucentisme Period" Turquoise, Seed Pearls, Rose cut Diamond Earrings. Spain
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Early 20th Century "Noucentisme Period" Turquoise, Seed Pearls, Rose cut Diamonds Earrings mounted in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. ("Noucentisme" Catalonia 1914 -1936) Wonderful example o...
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1920s Spanish Art Nouveau Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Brooch with pearl, ruby and diamond 18k gold with platinum
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k gold with platina brooch set with pearl, ruby ​​and old mine cut diamonds. 1.20ct - F/G - SI/P detailed description the size of the brooch is 7.7 mm high by 5.6 cm wide total...
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1910s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Chanel Vintage Clear Beveled Crystal and Faux Pearl Sautoir Link Necklace
Located in North Miami, FL
This vintage beveled crystals and faux pearl Chanel long chain and link sautoir necklace is 62 inches long and can wrap many times around as staggere...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl

15K Gold Pearl, Diamond Retro Bar Brooch, with Security Chain.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Crafted with refined elegance this stunning Bar Brooch is of Australian provenance, dating from 1960's. Of lovely bar design, it centers a South Sea Pearl of 8mm of gorgeous colo...
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1960s Australian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold

Victorian Ruby Pearl Sapphire and Diamond Triple Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful 18ct yellow gold Victorian triple cluster ring. The centre of the ring is set with a button pearl with a lovely white lustre. On one side there is a ruby and the ...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold

Cultured Saltwater pearl necklace with 14kt gold diamond flower head clasp
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage Cultured three-row Saltwater pearl choker necklace with 14kt gold flower head clasp accented with diamonds. Clasp hallmarked with 585 ( A standard of 14KT gold ) Circa 197...
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1970s European Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Retro 9K Rose Gold Pearl Clip on Earrings. Shell & Foliate Motif. Original Box.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
These Retro Clip on Earrings were retailed by Dunklings – Renowned Melbourne jeweller – Meticulously crafted in 9K Rose Gold, this pair is retro, dating from 1950’s Each ...
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1950s Australian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl

Flower basket fully decorated with small rhinestones and pearls, rhodium 1940's
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Beautiful basket brooch, with flowers and leaves, fully set with small rhinestones, hanging pearl drops and 5 larger pearls in natural and silver. Size: Height 5.5cm Width 6.5cm Fea...
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1930s French Romantic Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Rhodium

Modern Emerald Diamonds Cultured Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earrings in 18 karat white gold. Charming Art Deco earrings, each adorned with a pearly white Akoya cultured pearl set on a disc adorned with alternating modern bri...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Modern Rubies Diamonds Cultured Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earrings in 18 karat white gold. Charming Art Deco earrings, each adorned with a pearly white Akoya cultured pearl set on a disc adorned with alternating modern bri...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Modern Sappires Diamonds Cultured Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earrings in 18 karat white gold. Charming Art Deco earrings, each adorned with a pearly white Akoya cultured pearl set on a disc adorned with alternating modern bri...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 1...

Vintage 18k Gold, Diamonds and Pearls Ring by Swedish Master Johan Jobring, 1998
Located in Stockholm, SE
Crafted from 18 karat gold, this ring exhibits an extraordinary and artistic design, characterized by a multi-level band that conveys a striking, bold aesthetic. It is embellished wi...
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1990s Swedish Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Mikimoto 18K Yellow Gold Akoya Cultured Pearl Push Back Stud Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Mikimoto Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Length: 0.50 Inches Diameter: 7.50 mm Weight: 2.12 Grams 18K yellow gold pearl stud earrings with push backs. The met...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Pearl and Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A single, glimmering pearl sits at the center of this romantic vintage brooch. Its bow design and curving 14-karat white gold metal tendrils are set with 2.6 carats of diamonds. The ...
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1960s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Toliro 18K Yellow Gold Rough Mabe Pearl Belly Ruby Eye Ostrich Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Length: 2.00 inches Width: 25.50 mm Weight: 11.56 grams 18K yellow gold animal pearl vintage brooch. The metal was tested and determined to be 18K yel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl Posy Brooch
Located in New York, NY
As if plucked from a garden, the Pearl Posy Brooch is a luxurious rendition of a single bloom. A pearl is set in an 18-karat yellow gold stem with leaves, all generously hewn with as...
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1960s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Antique Floral Pearl Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Like a jaunty boutonnière pinned on a tuxedo lapel, the Antique Floral Pearl Brooch is a sophisticated nod to a flower’s sweet essence. In place of a bloom is a gorgeous pearl, surro...
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1960s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Pearl Ruby Flower Earrings -14k .60ctw Studs w/Halo Jacket Enhancers
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Cultured Pearls Color: White Diameter: 6.1mm Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .60ctw Cut: Marquise Colo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Pearl Decorated Tennis Bracelet
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 14.6 grams. Totally is diamond 0.30 carat. The diamond is has G-H color and vs-s1 clarity. Total lenght is bracelet 19 cm. Box is not include...
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1990s Italian Retro Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Mikimoto White Akoya Cultured Pearl Spray Brooch Set in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This lovely Mikimoto brooch features exquisite akoya cultured pearls set in lustrous 14 karat white gold. The brooch design showcases the timeless elegance of pearls, with each pearl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Mikimoto Very Fine and Very Rare Akoya 4 Strand Pearl Necklace Diamond Clasps
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
This four-strand Mikimoto Akoya pearl necklace is a masterpiece of elegance and luxury. The layout features four strands of meticulously arranged Akoya pearls, ranging from 9mm down...
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1990s Asian Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mother of Pearl Flower Brooch with Diamonds in 18K White Gold and Black Rhodium
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning flower brooch features delicate petals crafted from lustrous mother of pearl, set in 18 karat white gold with black rhodium for a striking contrast. The leaves are ador...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium

Van Cleef & Arpels Mabe Pearl Hoop Earrings, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Van Cleef & Arpels Mabe Pearl Hoop Earrings made in 18k Yellow Gold. The pearls are gray and white and the earrings weigh 29.92 grams. The length of the earring is 1 inch. ...
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20th Century Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Akoya Pearl and European-Cut Diamond Ring, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
A Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Akoya Pearl and European-Cut Diamond Ring made in Platinum. The pearls measure 5.35 to 6.45 mm. The width of the band is 1.5mm wide, and the length is 11mm. ...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Amethyst and Pearl Heart Shaped Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Amethyst and Pearl Heart Shaped Earrings Approximate Amethyst Weight: 10.05 carats Approximate Diamond Weight: 1.30 carats Back type: Clip-on Metal type: 18-karat yellow gold
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20th Century Unknown Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Cocktail ring 18k gold with Flood pearl & Diamonds
Located in Stockholm, SE
Embrace vintage glamour with this enchanting cocktail ring. Crafted in 18k white gold, it features a beautiful flood pearl center stone surrounded by 1.25 ct old cut diamonds. This ...
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1920s European Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White 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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