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Gemstone: Pearl
Masriera 18 KT Yellow Gold Peacock Brooch with Enamel, Dia..41CT and Pearl
Located in New York, NY
From the house of the prolific Art Nouveau designer, Luis Masriera, comes a long tradition of prestige, creativity and unparalleled craftsmanship. These stylistically distinctive wor...
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Early 2000s European Art Nouveau Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

14 Karat Yellow Gold Black Cultured Freshwater Pearl Necklace #15119
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Black Cultured Freshwater Pearl Necklace- This elegant individually knotted necklace features 55 black freshwa...
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20th Century Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Black Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow and Blue Sapphires Pearls Diamonds Rose Gold and Silver Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Very elegant multi-strand grey pearls (8mm) necklace composed of 5 grey pearl rows with 9K rose gold and silver dragonfly clasp (6.2 cm x 4 cm) embellished with diamonds and yellow b...
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1980s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 9k Gold, Silver, Rose Gold

South Sea Pearl and Diamond Earrings set in18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
South Sea Pearl and Diamond 5.16 carats Earrings set in18K White Gold Settings Width: 2.3 cm Length: 2.6 cm Total Weight: 20.63 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was th...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Contemporary Amethyst Pearl & Gold Bead Gold Wire Bracelet
Located in Towson, MD
A graceful 14 karat yellow gold bracelet featuring six luminous 6mm round amethysts, a single 7.5mm pearl, and polished gold beads, all delicately beaded and wrapped with gold wire. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Gold, Edwardian Hexagonal Citrine, Ruby & Seed Pearl Floral Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Floral Pendant 9ct Rose Gold Circa 1900 * THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY This exquisite 9ct rose gold pendant captures the elegance of the Edwardian era. Featuring a charm...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Citrine, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Stamped Art Nouveau Diamond & Natural Pearl Peacock Bird Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Art Nouveau Bird Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped Circa 1900 This exquisite 18ct gold Art Nouveau bird ring is a true masterpiece. The ring features a beautifully crafted pe...
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

8.5mm Akoya Pearls in Large Flower Earrings of 18K Gold & Platinum with Diamonds
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
These vintage earrings are large, sexy and dramatic, yet lightweight enough to be worn comfortably. And converted from their original clip-ons (ouch!) to posts with omega keepers, t...
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Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yello...

Akoya Pearl Necklace, Diamond Clasp, 9mm Luxury Size Pearls, circa 1980s, Iconic
Located in Southbury, CT
This is a stunning vintage pearl necklace measuring 18 inches in length and composed of 55 9mm-9.4mm round cultured Akoya pearls and finished with an 18K white gold beaded ball clasp which glitters with a multitude of small full-cut diamonds that total approximately .50 carats. The necklace was purchased in the United Kingdom but bears no hallmarks. It's very well-made and remains on its original silk, which still appears sturdy. I believe the necklace dates to the 1980s. Cultured Akoya pearls over 8mm in diameter are the most coveted of all Akoya pearls because fine ones are difficult to achieve. The longer a pearl remains inside the oyster the thicker the nacre and larger it grows but the greater the opportunity for any number of variables to come along and spoil the pearl. These large 9-9.4mm pearls are luminous and stunning: they are creamy-white with a soft pink overtone. The pearls possess a nice, sharp shine. This 18" necklace truly represents the quintessential cultured Akoya pearl necklace...
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20th Century Unknown Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Pearls, Emeralds, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Dangle earrings in 9 kt rose gold and silver earrings mounted with an emerald in the upper part; in the middle, diamonds. As pendant, a pearl. These earrings were totally handmade by...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Discover the epitome of elegance and luxury with this Mikimoto Akoya Pearl diamond yellow gold necklace. This exquisite piece embodies timeless b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Vintage Cartier 18K White and Yellow Gold Mabe Pearl Clip On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A Refined Statement of Timeless Luxury Elevate your collection with these Vintage Cartier Mabe Pearl Earrings, crafted in 18K yellow gold and detailed with 18K white gold accents. Sh...
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20th Century French Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Salamander Brooch Demantoids Diamonds Pearls 18k Yellow Gold Ca 1900
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian demantoid garnets rose-cut diamonds pearls and 18k yellow gold salamander brooch circa 1900. * The Victorian Demantoid Garnet, Rose-Cut Diamond and Pearl 18k Yellow Gold...
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Natural Peridot and Pearl Vintage Style Duo Cluster Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Add a delicate and unique aesthetic to your hand with this ring by GEMMA FILIGREE. Our antique design gold rings equate to delicacy and light openwork, while maintains strength for e...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Peridot, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique old mine cut diamond and pearl earrings
Located in Milano, MI
Cute antique earrings from the early 1900s c.a., with beautiful old mine cut diamonds for 1.10ct total circa and small pearls in the centre. Set in 14ct yellow gold with lever back f...
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Early 20th Century European Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

A pair of natural pearl and diamond lustre earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of natural pearl and diamond lustre earrings, each with a pear-shaped pearl, accompanied by Gem and Pearl report stating to be natural of saltwater origin, measuring approxima...
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2010s British Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Michael Kneebone Coral Diamond Akoya Pearl Fossilized Coral Dangle Earrings
Located in Austin, TX
A melange of gemstones combine to form these dramatic dangle earrings. Intensely colored pink coral (origin: Indonesia) compliments the lighter tones of the fossilized coral drops. ...
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2010s American Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco' Emerald Diamond And Pearl Pendant And Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
The openwork cartouche, millegrain set to the centre with a marquise-cut emerald, within an old brilliant and rose-cut diamond surround, suspending a natural pearl drop, to a fine pl...
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1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Victorian 84.02 Gms. Pearl and 10 Ctts. Diamond Beaded Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Victorian Pearl and Diamond Beaded Bracelet, a luxurious piece that exudes elegance and sophistication. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this s...
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2010s Victorian Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Marina J. Graduated Pearl Studded Dangle Earrings with Solid 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair of Earrings by Marina J. This pair features a Pearl stud from which solid 14k Yellow Gold Chain hangs, dangling with it a strand of Graduated Pearls all adorned with ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Old Mine Diamond Natural Sapphire Platinum Wedding Engagement Ring Victorian
Located in New York, NY
This is an absolutely stunning Old Mine Cut Diamond, Natural Sapphire and Pearl, Platinum and Gold Antique Art Deco - Victorian Wedding Engagement Ring...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Platinum

Bochic “Orient” Retro Pink, Purple Amethyst & Pearl BroochIn 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Retro Pink, Purple Amethyst & Pearl BroochIn 18K Gold & Silver Can be worn as a brooch and a pendant Pink color Natural Amethyst from Sri Lanka 7 carat Multi c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Retro Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

14K YG Pearl Chokers
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This luxurious 14K yellow gold pearl choker is a stunning blend of elegance and craftsmanship. Measuring 1 inch in length and 18mm in width, it features a dazzling centerpiece adorne...
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1980s American Art Deco Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

14KY Ruby, Sapphire, Pearl Ballerina Brooch
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Simply elegant! This dancing ballerina will look beautiful no matter what you are wearing! 14 karat yellow gold dancing ballerina. 12 Akoya pearls, each approximately 3.5-4mm. 10 r...
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Early 2000s American Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian Diamond and Pearl shamrock ring, 18k gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
This gorgeous antique Victorian era Diamond and Pearl shamrock ring really stands out from the crowd. Crafted in rich 18ct rose gold it has a nice chunk...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Edwardian Pink Tourmaline & Seed Pearl 15K Gold Pendant Necklace - c.19
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this stunning antique Edwardian pink tourmaline and seed pearl pendant necklace set in 15ct made c.1910. The gold...
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Early 20th Century Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Tourmaline, 15k Gold

Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Topaz & White Pearls Earrings Set 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Topaz & White Pearls Earrings Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Ruby - 2 carat Natural White Topaz - 2.50 carat Baroque south sea pearls The earrings from the...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

18k White Gold 10.4 mm Golden South Sea Pearl & 0.03ct Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
This brilliant 18k gold ring is adorned with a rare and beautiful gold South Sea pearl! The pearl is almost round and has little visible blemishes. The diameter of the pearl is aroun...
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20th Century Thai Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Yellow Gold Cultured Pearl Cubic Zirconia Dangle Earrings 10k 14k .33ctw Pierced
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 14k Yellow Gold Metal Note: (10k Gold Dangles & 14k Gold Leverbacks) Stone Information Cultured Pearls Cubic Zirconias Carat(s): .33ctw dew Cut: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yin Yang Charm Pendant With Mothers Of Pearl & Diamonds In 14k Gold
Located in New York, NY
14KT:4.052g,D:0.59ct, Mop:9.27ct,
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Gorgeous Carved Serpentine Koi Fish Necklace with Enamel and Freshwater Pearls.
Located in University City, MO
This piece is simply beautiful. The Koi fish is finely carved from celadon green serpentine and is paired with a matching carved serpentine dragon bead o...
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1980s Unknown Romantic Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

Pearl Tassel Pendant Yellow Gold on Sterling Silver Beaded Chain Necklace
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
With an elegant fresh look, this beaded chain of fourteen karat yellow gold on sterling silver leads to a flirty tassel pendant with over 130 h...
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2010s American Artisan Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique European Earrings solid 14K Gold Pearls Diamonds /13.6gr
Located in SE
A pair of antique earrings with hollow round bodies in solid 14K Yellow Gold decorated with half - Pearls and rose- cut Diamonds. This pair dates from Europe, made in the early 1900...
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1930s European Art Deco Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Björn Weckström Lapponia 'Bow of Argo' Brooch - 14ct Gold with Pearls
Located in Glasgow, GB
Finnish 14ct yellow gold 'Bow of Argo' brooch by Björn Weckström for Lapponia, featuring three pearls. • Assay: Hallmarked with Lapponia makers mark, '585' for 14 carat gold, Finnis...
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1990s Finnish Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearls, Orange Coral and White Stones, Rose Gold and Silver Long Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful long necklace in 9k rose gold and silver chain with adornments of pearls, coral and hard stones. This long necklace can be also worn double-wrap. The necklace is totally h...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Agate, Carnelian, Coral, Black Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Pearl and Onyx Star Mourning Locket Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique pearl, onyx, and yellow gold brooch, one onyx cabochon, and nineteen half seed pearls, in 14 karat yellow gold. My favourite thing about this Antique Yellow Gold Onyx an...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Copper Pink Tahitian Pearl Diamond Rose Gold Drop Earrings, Gellner 2024
Located in Dallas, TX
Rose Drop Earrings hand-fabricated in Germany by award-winning jewelry maker Jorg Gellner showcasing a phenomenal, matched pair of natural 12mm round metallic copper pink Tahitian pearls...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Pearl Jewelry

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Diamond, Brown Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Oriental P...

Set of 14k gold cufflinks and collar buttons with white enamel, pearl and onyx
Located in The Hague, ZH
Set of 14k yellow gold cuff and collar buttons decorated with white enamel, pearl and onyx detailed description: the front of the cufflink is 1.7 cm by 1.0 cm the front of the col...
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

14KT Seed Pearl Ruby and Diamond Royal Heart Ring
Located in Lynchburg, VA
This regal seed pearl ring is most likely from the late 19th or early 20th century. It is set with various-sized seed pearls throughout the heart and is missing one, as seen in the p...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

GIA Certified Natural Pearl And Diamond Earrings In Tiffany And CO Setting.
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Natural pearl and diamond earrings In Tiffany and Co setting handmade in platinum. The details are as follows: Silver pearl ( Natural ) : 6.52 grams ( gross ) ,mea...
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2010s American Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Tahitian Pearl Necklace Strand with Slight Graduation
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 karat white gold Tahitian pearl necklace featuring 39 cultured pearls measuring 10mm to 13.3mm with textured ball clasp. 18 inches long.
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1990s Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Necklace and pendant with pearl and old mine cut diamonds up to 1.00ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace with pendant set with Tahitian pearl and old mine cut diamond total approximately 1.00 ct G/H SI - 50 cm detailed description the pendant is 1.9 cm high and...
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1990s Dutch Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique Sentimental Jewellery Love Token Pearl 14 K Gold Heart Brooch Pendant
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This beautifully hand crafted heart has the perfect heart shape, it is the perfect love token. The heart was created out of 14 karat yellow gold in the last decades of the nineteenth...
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1880s American Belle Époque Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Van Cleef & Arples 20 Motif Vintage Alhambra 18K Gold & Mother Of Pearl
Located in London, GB
We Adore - Van Cleef & Arples 20 Motif Vintage Alhambra 18K Gold & Mother Of Pearl Necklace From the iconic Alhambra Collection is this chain necklace crafted of 18k yellow gold, ad...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Jade Fly Insect Leaf Brooch Pin Lapis Lazuli Pearl 14 Karat Gold Antique Retro
Located in New York, NY
This is an absolutely stunning Jade, Lapis Lazuli and Pearl Fly Bug Insect on a Leaf Brooch Pin in 14 Karat Yellow Gold. The fabulous fly or insect has a lapis lazuli cabochon body ...
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20th Century Unknown Retro Pearl Jewelry

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Jade, Pearl, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Gold Edwardian Diamond and Pearl Flower Pendant
Located in Venice, CA
This beautiful eight-petal flower is embellished with seed pearls that range in size to fit within the curved lines of the petals. The pearls are bead set, with the smaller pearls at...
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Pearl Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage 1990s Bvlgari Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with cultured pearls.  Signed by Bvlgari Circa 1990s 1 3/16 x 1/2 inches
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1990s Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Collana con bassotto in oro rosa e bianco 18Kt diamanti neri perla keshi
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
La creatura vivente più vicina all'uomo, un compagno inseparabile e fedele, questa collana è dedicata a questo legame speciale e unico che si crea tra il cane e il suo padrone. The ...
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2010s Italian Artisan Pearl Jewelry

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Diamond, Black Diamond, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Go...

Aladdin Diamond Brown 18K Rose Gold Ring for Her
Located in Genève, GE
Ring Rose Gold 18K Same Stiyle Ring with Emerald Avaliable Diamond 169-0,91 ct Diamond 169-0,99 ct Pearls d16,0-16,5 1-29,96 ct Weight 21,21 grams Size 7,5 US With a heritage...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Rose Gold

Grey Pearls, Diamonds, Platinum Retrò Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful retrò earrings in platinum structure mounted with a grey pearl surrounded by leaves studded with diamonds. These earrings were totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Pearl and Gold Bead Collar Length Necklace
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Understated elegance describes this fourteen 14 inch collar length necklace. Graduated quality Akoya Pearls ranging in size 3.5mm to 5.5mm are alternately hand strung with 14k yellow...
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1980s Japanese Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Ruby & Pearl Ring With Pretty Carved Shoulders
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Victorian Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1898 Gorgeous Victorian Ring. Set with Four Natural Seed Pearls, Two Natural Rubies & Pretty Carved Shoulders. Width 5.7...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Cultured Pearl 2.84 Carat Diamond, 18k White Gold Earrings Circa 1970
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive pair of vintage cultured pearl and 2.84 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold and silver set earrings; part of our diverse pearl earring collections. Th...
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1970s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold, Silver

Elizabeth Locke Diamond Pearl 19 Karat Yellow Hammered Gold Clip-On Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Elizabeth Locke 19 karat yellow gold pearl and diamond earrings feature elegant 20mm round settings, each showcasing a luminous pearl center encircled by 8 sparkling round brilli...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Antique 18K Yellow Gold Diamond & Pearl Enameled Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A Refined Fusion of Color and Classic Elegance Indulge in the charm of a bygone era with this Antique 18K Yellow Gold Pin Brooch, beautifully accented by a 0.10-carat round diamond, ...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Mid Century Double Strand Cultured Pearls with Diamond Pearl Clasp
Located in Stamford, CT
A double strand of 7.143 mm cultured pearls close with a beautiful pearl and diamond clasp. Pearls are classic worn today as well as in the Georgian Period. These strands are cream i...
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1960s American Post-War Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

Mabe Pearl Yellow Gold Flower Cocktail Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
A lacy pattern of bright and satin textures in fourteen karat 14K gold intricately form this floral inspired dome ring. Crowning the bud is a large 10.5 mm iridescent Mabe pearl. The...
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1960s American Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Belle Epoqué Diamond and Seed Pearl Choker French, circa 1910
Located in Firenze, IT
The central panels with applied rose-cut diamond to the diamond collet suspending a seed pearl and diamond tassel all to the articulated seed pearl and ...
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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Vintage Natural Cultured Pearl and Sapphire Yellow Gold Halo Style Ring
Located in Towson, MD
This classic vintage statement ring features a lustrous approximately 7.6mm natural cultured pearl framed by a radiant halo of fourteen (14) round-cut sapphires weighing approximatel...
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 3.60 Ct Diamond Natural Pearl Rare Bangle 18 Kt
Located in Napoli, IT
This outstanding Art Deco bangle is 1925 circa Marvelous timeless design in a combination of natural Pearl & Diamonds for a sensual visual effect Totally hand crafted as unique piece...
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1920s English Art Deco Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

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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