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Gemstone: Pearl
Period: 1960s
Amethyst, Pearls, Rubies, Sapphires, Emeralds, Diamonds, Gold and Silver Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beatiful retrò ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with an hydrothermal amethyst with a pearl in the central part surrounded by diamonds,pearls,sapphires,emeralds and...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, S...

Rubies, Emeralds, Sapphires, Pearls, Coral, Onyx, Stones, Gold and Silver Earr
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fantastic retrò earrings in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a flower of onyx,coral and white stone. On of them, a pearl. The leaves are studded with emeralds,rubies ...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Ruby, Sapphire, Pearl, Onyx, Emerald, Coral, Silver, Rose Gold, 9k Gold

0.60 Ct Diamonds, 16 Mm Pearls, Rose Gold and Silver Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Magnificent earrings in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a diamond and, below, a big pearl. These earrings were totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and they...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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

Multicolor Sapphires, Rubies, Diamonds, Pearls, 14Kt Rose and White Gold Earring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Amazing earrings in 14 kt rose gold and white gold structure mounted with multicolor sapphires and rubies in the upper part;in the middle, leaves studded with diamonds and, as pendan...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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

Pearl, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Elegant ring in 18 kt white gold structure mounted with a central pearl and diamonds. This ring was totally hanmdade by Italian master goldsmiths and it is in perfect conditions. Dia...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pearls, Brown Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Dangle Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Dangle earrings in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mouted with a brown diamond and, below, a pearl. These earrings were totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and they are...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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

Collana Di Perle Akoia Con Chiusura in Oro Bianco 18k Con Brillanto E Zaffiri
Located in Milano, IT
Collana vintage anni '60 di perle Akoia e chiusura realizzata a mano in Italia finemente traforata e incisa con oro bianco 18k, con 13 diamanti taglio brillante e con 6 zaffiri blu. ...
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1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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

Vintage 1960s Bypass Tahitian Pearls and Diamonds Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with two Tahitian Pearls measuring approximately 15mm each, and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 5.00 carats. Circa 196...
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1960s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold

Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Get your pearls, darling! Feel your best with freshwater pearls draped on your neck. Don't miss the great details of this necklace as it has a three-pearl pendant with four diamonds and delicate leaf detailing clip that is 14K white gold. Pair with your Christian Dior slingback heels...
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1960s Unknown Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Diamond, Freshwater Pearl

Amethyst, Pearls, Stones, Rubies, Emeralds, Sapphires, Diamonds, Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Retrò ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central amethyst surrounded by diamonds, emeralds, rubies, sapphires, ...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, S...

Pearl, Sapphires, Diamonds, Rose Gold Dancer Brooch/Pendant.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fashion dancer brooch/pendant in 9 kt rose gold structure mounted with a sapphire and diamonds on the face, a pearl as body. Legs and harms are studde...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

15mm Mabe Pearl & Diamond 14K Gold Retro Era Lever Back Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
15mm cultured mabe pearl earrings set in 14K yellow gold with 0.48 carat round brilliant diamonds. Sculptural retro design with lever back closures and a bold 25.6 gram weight. Deta...
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1960s Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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

1960s Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. Sober and elegant, this fine ring features a solitaire white orient cultured pearl. Diameter of the pearl : 5.5/6 mm approximately. Height : 5.6 mm appr...
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1960s French Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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

White Pearls, Emeralds, Diamonds, Onyx, Rose Gold and Silver Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fantastic earrings in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a drop emerald surrounded by diamonds. Below, an onyx and,as pendant, a pearl. These earrings were totally hand...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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

Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl Earrings Extremely chic fancy cut diamond and pearl earrings made by Van Cleef and Arpels Made circa 1960 Measure Approximately: 1" Signed: Van Cleef & A...
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1960s American Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl

Carnelian Sterling Silver Pendant Enhancer on Akoya Pearl Strand Necklace
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
An earthy oval carnelian cabochon measuring 17 x 13 mm is bezel set in a frame of hand crafted sterling silver to create this vintage pendant. Sitting pretty on a lustrous sixteen in...
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1960s Unknown Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Carnelian, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Sterling Silver

Diamond Pearl Spray Brooch 18k White Gold
Located in Wallkill, NY
Diamond and Pearl Spray Brooch set in 18K White Gold Hallmarked. Featuring 9 Round Cultured Pearls Measuring 3.7 mm Accented By 23 Round Brilliant C...
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1960s Modernist Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

1960 One-of-a-Kind Milanese Akoya Pearl Yellow Gold Solid Handcrafted Bracelet
Located in Valenza, IT
One-of-a-kind, Original 1960, absolutely Chic yet Timeless Japanese Akoya Pearl Yellow Gold Handcrafted Setting Bracelet(7.55inches, 19.2cm Lenght, 0.9inches, 23mm Height), 61.6g, 1....
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1960s Italian Modern Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rose Cut Diamonds, White Pearl, Rose and White Gold Flower Theme Cluster Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Elegant Flower Theme Cluster Ring in 14K rose gold structure, composed of 3.40 g of white glossy big pearl in the center surrounded by 4 flowers in 14K rose gold and other 4 flowers ...
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1960s Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

South Sea Pearl Diamond Button Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 18 karat white gold, pearl and diamond earclips. Each earclip centering a South Sea pearl measuring approximately 13.5 mm surrounded by 12 pear shaped diamonds, further su...
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1960s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold

Vintage Estate 18K Yellow Gold Natural Seed Pearl Multi Strand Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Estate 18K Yellow Gold Natural Seed Pearl Multi Strand Necklace. This gorgeous natural seed pearl multi strand necklace is cr...
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1960s Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s Freshwater Pearl Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the 1960s Freshwater Pearl Necklace, a vintage extra-long beaded necklace that radiates opulence and luxury. This stunning piece features a captivating combination of bla...
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1960s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Freshwater Pearl

French Mid-Century Gold, Onyx, and Pearl Bombé Ring
Located in New York, NY
A mid-century gold, pearl, and onyx bombé style ring, one half set with pavé pearls, the other half set with pavé onyx, completed by a tapering ribbed shank...
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1960s French Modern Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold

Pearl and diamond cluster ring by W. A. Bolin, Swedish, 1960
Located in London, GB
Pearl and diamond cluster ring by W. A. Bolin. Set to centre with a round natural saltwater pearl in an open back half drilled setting, approximately 10.3-10.3x 9.2mm in size, surrou...
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1960s Swedish Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires, Diamonds, Pearls, Stones, 9Kt Gold and Silver Retrò
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful retrò ring in 9 karat rose gold and silver structure mounted with a rock crystal flower and two stones flower with pearls in the central part surrounded by diamonds,emerald...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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

Pearl, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful retrò pendant necklace in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a drop diamond and,below,a pearl.The chain is not included. This pendant was totally handmade by ...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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

Vintage Pearl and Diamond Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
These gorgeous pearl drop earrings also hold diamonds to add a little sparkle! The pearls are bright and smooth and the diamonds measure 25pts per earring. These come in their original Burlington...
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1960s British Modern Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond Cultured Pearl White Gold Double Row Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet features two rows of cultured pearls and a platinum centerpiece clasp set with about 47 brilliant-cut round diamonds weighing an estimated ...
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1960s French Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold

Pearls, Tsavorite, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fashion earrings mounted with a little angel in the upper part and, below of it, a tsavorite and diamonds. As pendant, a pearl. These earrings were totally handmade by Italian master...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, Tsavorite, Rose Gold, Silver

Garnets Diamonds Emeralds Topaz, Pearls, Coral 9kt, Gold and Silver Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Elegant multi-strand of garnets and pearls necklace with a closure in 9 karat rose gold and silver studded with diamonds,emeralds,topaz and, in the central part, flowers of coral. T...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Pearl, Topaz, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold,...

South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphires, Aquamarine, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Retro Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful retro ring in 14k yellow gold structure, mounted with a central south sea pearl (11mm) surrounded by spots of diamonds, blue sapphires and aquamarine. This ring is totally...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Blue Sapphire, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clasp Cultured Pearl and Hematite Beads Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Antique necklace featuring pearly white orient cultured pearls, spaced every four pearls by a round hematite bead. The clasp is in 18k yellow gold and comes with a safety chain with ...
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1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Hematite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 1960s Cultured Pearl 18 Karat Rose Gold Double Row Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace featuring a double strand of round, drop cultured pearls in pearly white orient. The clasp is rectangular, chased and made of 18 karat rose gold with an eagle's head hallmar...
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1960s French Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamonds, Ruby, South Sea Pearl, 14 Kt White Gold Fish-Shaped Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Lovely fish-shaped pendant (chain not included) realized in 14 kt white gold structure, with a central south sea pearl and diamonds on all other body fish parts and a ruby eye. The c...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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

Diamonds Pearls 18 Karat White Gold Vintage Ring Handcrafted in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Antique ring in 18 karat white gold with grey pearl< and white pearl surrounded by 6 natural brilliant cut white diamonds, weighting 0.06 carats total. US finger size is 6, French s...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Arthur King 1960s Free Form Yellow Gold and Pearl Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960s Arthur King 18k Yellow Gold Free Form Brooch, measuring 1 3/4 inches in length X 1 inch and weighing 16.6 Grams, centrally set with a Natur...
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1960s British Modernist Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Pearl, 18k Gold

Pearls, Aquamarine Colour Topaz, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fantastic dangle earrings in 14 kt white gold structure mounted with diamonds in the upper part; in the middle, an oval topaz and, as pendant, a pearl. These earrings were totally ha...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

Grossé Germany 14K Yellow Gold & 10mm South Sea Pearl Retro Necklace, c1963
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Magnificent Piece of Jewelry is Retro, dating back to year of 1963 yet it's in remarkable condition Created by Grosse Germany - who was an exclusive manufacturer for Christ...
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1960s German Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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South Sea Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Pearl Bracelet with Gold and Coral Closure
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Vintage beaded pearl bracelet realized with 4 strands of little pearls with details in white gold and diamonds, and a closure in 14 kt rose gold wi...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, Coral, Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

1960s Miriam Haskell Espresso Glass Bead & Baroque Pearl Multi Strand Necklace
Located in Maywood, NJ
Miriam Haskell jewellery is some of the most prized and beautiful costume jewellery from the 20th century. The intricate designs coupled with their novel colours and materials have made Haskell jewellery hugely coveted by collectors, with the most elaborate pieces fetching many hundreds of pounds. Miriam began her fashion career in New York city working as a milliner but pivoted to jewellery in 1926 when she opened her first shop, named Le Bijou...
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1960s American Art Deco Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Pearl

Victorian Style Yellow Gold Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Antique style patina enhances these elegant Victorian inspired shield earrings made of fourteen carat yellow gold. The drop from the decorative post on each earring measures approxim...
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1960s American Victorian Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari, 18K Gold Pearl Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
2 pearls approx. 9.7mm, 72 round diamonds total approx. 1.45ct. Stamp: "Bvlgari", "BA 12552"
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1960s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamonds, Blue Sapphires, Pearls, 14 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Retro Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Wonderful flower shape earrings in 14K rose gold and silver structure composed of small white pearls in the center surrounded by marquise cut intense color blue sapphires, studded ar...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Mikimoto Pearl Necklace Lane Crawford 25" 7-7.5mm Strand Folder Papers Sterling
Located in Northbrook, IL
Discover the Mikimoto Cultured Pearl Necklace, a stunning piece that embodies refined elegance. This exquisite necklace features lustrous pearls, meticulously crafted to showcase the...
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1960s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Pearl, Sterling Silver

14k Gold Turquoise Pearl & Topaz Fly Insect Brooch
Located in Wallkill, NY
Double wings of 14K Gold over a large Turquoise stone body with Pink Topaz Eyes. 6.3 mm pearl as the insects head. Measures 1.17" Top to bottom x .56" wide. This is out of a massive...
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1960s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Pearl, Topaz, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Midcentury Modernist Freshwater Pearl Garnet Gold Owl
Located in New York, NY
This dazzling and whimsical owl brooch features a nacreous mollusk body adorned with six Campari hued garnet "buttons" descending vertically down its front; the crown of eight garnet...
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1960s American Modernist Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Garnet, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold

Diamonds, Emeralds, Onyx, Pearls, 14 Karat White Gold Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Gorgeous necklace in 14 karat white gold structure mounted with a pendant studded with onyx,diamonds and emerald. In the upper part, a diamond and an emerald and a chain mounted with...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

South-Sea Pearl, Diamonds, Amethysts, Pearls, 14Kt Rose Gold and White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful retrò ring in 14 kt rose gold structure mounted with a central south-sea pearl ( 14 mm ) surrounded by amethysts, diamonds and little pearls. This ring was totally handmad...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Amethyst, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Gilbert Albert 1970 Swiss Modernist Pendant Brooch In 18Kt Gold Shell And Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Modernist pendant-brooch designed by Gilbert Albert. This is an exceptional and very rare sculptural piece of art made in Geneva Switzerland, by the artist-jeweler Gilbert Albert. T...
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1960s Swiss Modernist Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

South Sea Pearl, Diamonds, Sapphires, Tsavorite, 14 Karat Rose & White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful ring in 9k rose and white gold structure, mounted with a beautiful south sea pearl (14mm) in the centre, surrounded by a flowery crown in rose gold studded with diamonds, l...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Tsavorite, Sapphire, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14...

Turquoise, Jasper, Black Agate, Pearls, 9 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful long necklace in 9k rose gold and silver chain with adornments of turquoise paste, jasper, black agate and little pearls heart-shaped. This long necklace can be worn also d...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Agate, Pearl, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

South Sea White and Grey Pearls, Diamonds, Blue Sapphires, White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fabulous fashion ring in 14k white gold, mounted with 3 big south sea pearls surrounded by beautiful white diamonds and blue sapphires on the sides. The central white pearl's diamete...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Austrian Charm Bracelet solid 14K/18K Gold 20 Charms / 19cm /23.5gr
Located in SE
Austrian chain featuring a set of 20 mostly solid 14k Yellow Gold charms/pendants and several in solid 18K Gold. Five pendants of Enameled Gold. Seven in solid Gold . Eight pendants ...
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1960s Austrian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Amethyst, Chalcedony, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Ruby, Spinel, Turquoise, Enam...

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Pearl Bracelet
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1960s Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 10.2 grams (All Items Total) Diamond Details: Natural, .30ct total weight, round brilliant diam...
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1960s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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

Signed Cecconi Leaf and Pearl 18 KT Mid-century Bangle
Located in Napoli, IT
This beautiful 1960/70 circa Italian bangle has been totally hand crafted as unique piece of jewellery, signed R. Cecconi, made with of solid 18 KT – 69 grams gross weight Marvelous ...
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1960s Italian Contemporary Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Pearl, 18k Gold

French 1960s Cultured Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Double Row Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace of round cultured pearls white orient, it is formed of a double row retained by a rectangular clasp in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark, ratchet and safety "8". Dia...
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1960s French Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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

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...
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1960s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds Emeralds Sapphires Stones Carnelian Little Pearls Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Amazing Bangles Bracelet in 14K white and rose gold structure mounted with white diamonds, multi-color sapphires ( green, orange, red, yellow), emeralds, multi-color stones and carn...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

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Carnelian, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sap...

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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