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Period: 20th Century
Gemstone: Pearl
White Pearls, Multicolor Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Belle Epoque Necklace Natural Pearl Diamond
Located in Geneva, CH
Belle Epoque necklace natural pearl, diamond and platinum. Pendent is holding a baroque natural pearl 13.87 carats not treated. Certified Swiss Laboratory.
This Belle Epoque necklac...
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1910s European Belle Époque Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique Imperial Austrian Pendant Locket Black Enamel Pearls solid Silver /15 gr
Located in SE
Antique Austrian- Hungarian or Bohemian Fine Pendant with a locket, decorated with fine floral engravings, Black Enamel and Seed Pearls. All metal parts made of solid 830 Silver. Gil...
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Early 1900s Austrian Arts and Crafts Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Silver, Enamel
South-Sea Pearls, Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires, Diamonds, 18 Kt Gold Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, Rose Gold...
Early 20th Century Necklace Natural Pearl Diamond Emerald
Located in Geneva, CH
Early 20th century necklace natural pearl, diamond, emerald and platinum. Circa 1920.
Total weight: 45.82 grams
Total length chain: approx. 67.50 centimeters.
Dimensions pendent: ap...
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1910s European Belle Époque Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Handmade Natural Pearl Decorated Solitaire Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 6.1 grams.
Acid tested to be 18k real gold.
Box is not included.
Please contact for any questions.
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Grey Pearls, Diamonds, Platinum Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Diamonds Emeralds Pearl Rose Gold and Silver Fashion Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1950s Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Emerald, Diamond, 9k Gold, Silver, Rose Gold
Antique Swiss Guilloche Enamel And Pearl Silver Locket Pendant
Located in Portland, England
Exquisite Antique Swiss green guilloche enamel and silver locket. We believe the piece was a ladies pocket watch previously and converted to a locket later. This enamelled locket was...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Silver, Enamel
Cultured Pearl Coral and Gold Dangle Earrings, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of white cultured pearl and coral bead dangle or drop earrings in a 14-Karat yellow gold setting, circa mid-20th century. Pearls may be Akoya pearls because of their...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold
18k/PALLADIUM Blend Custom Hand Made Saltwater Cultured Pearl and Natural Diamon
Located in Victoria, BC
Here is a lovely pair of 18k/PALLADIUM Blend Custom Hand Made Saltwater Cultured Pearl and Natural Diamond Earrings.
These earrings feature 2 x half drilled saltwater cultured pear...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Palladium, 18k Gold
Certified French Chaumet Toi Et Moi Platinum Art Deco Platinum Ring
By Chaumet
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Elegant Toi et Moi Ring, a sophisticated blend of timeless elegance and modern allure. Crafted in platinum, this ring features two stunning fine white pearl...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Platinum
Vivianna Torun Bülow-hube 18ct Gold Necklace #904 Designed for Georg Jensen
Located in Bruxelles, BE
A very delicate and sensual neck ring designed around 1970's by Vivianna Torun (1927-2004) , the most famous Swedish goldsmith. A 18ct neckring is referenced under #904 in the origi...
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1970s Danish Modernist Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique 9ct Gold Edwardian Amethyst & Seed Pearl Pendent
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Amethyst Pendant
9ct Gold
Circa 1900
Lovely Edwardian Pendant Set with Pretty Amethyst & Seed Pearls. Almost Heart Shaped with Fabulous Swirls & Floral Detail.
Pendant...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold
Art Deco Style Micro Pearls 1.00 Carat Emerald Yellow Gold Drop Stud Earrings
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem.
We can ship every...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Mens Cufflinks Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Mens Cufflinks 6 mm Sterling Silver M299
These elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya pearl cufflinks are made of sterling sil...
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1990s Japanese Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Original KESHI 1900 Earrings with Diamonds
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Original Novecentismo period earrings in Yellow Gold for woman 14x Antique Cut Diamonds and 18x Natural Pearls Catalan clasp 18kt Yellow Gold 9,07 grams Measures: 3,5cm long and...
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Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carved Cameo Cultured Pearl Yellow Gold Multi-Strand Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1950's hand carved shell cameo and pearl necklace. The center is a hand carved Greek revival style old shell cameo circa 1900's, set in a 14k yellow...
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Mid-20th Century Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Detachable South Sea Pear and Diamond Earrings
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 Karat White Gold Detachable Drop Earrings Featuring 2 South Sea Pearls Measuring 13.5mm in Diameter Accented by 98 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds of SI Clarity and G/H Color Totalin...
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1990s Pearl Jewelry
Materials
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Dramatic 52 Inches 3 Strand Cultured Pearl, Colored Stone & Gold Lariat Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This very out of the ordinary and stylish 52 inch long, three strand Japanese Akoya salt water cultured pearl lariat necklace is punctuated at 2 1/4 inch intervals by round Green 10m...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Chrysophrase, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold
Turquoise Colored Enamel Shell Shaped Pearl & Diamond Earrings 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Montgomery, AL
We are in awe over these earrings!
The enamel has such unique coloring and is extremely well done.
The diamonds add a great touch to complete the vision of the shell design.
Item De...
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1980s Contemporary Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Multi-Strand Seed Pearl and Diamond Clasp Bracelet Circa 1990s
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
This beautiful bracelet features sixteen strands of fine quality seed pearls. To complete the bracelet, it is secured by an 18K white gold diamond set ‘bow’ slider pearl clasp.
Diam...
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1990s Modern Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 14k White Gold Earrings Diamond & 10mm Pearl
Located in Montreal, QC
14k white gold earring set with 9 1/2-10mm Akoya pearl and 3 diamonds of .10ct each, clarity VVS-VS and color G. Stamped 14k 585, In good condition.
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20th Century Canadian Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian Diamond Pearl Platinum 14K Yellow Gold Heart Antique Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a domed heart shaped form centering a platinum-topped fleur-de-lis motif
Bead set with old European cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.72 carat total
H to J color with...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Late Victorian Pearl Mourning Ring, c.1902
Located in London, GB
A rare piece of history, this Mourning ring dated back to c.1902. A trio of pearls adorn the face of the piece, the central on being 3mm whilst the flanking pair are 2.25mm a piece. ...
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Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 15k Gold, Enamel
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Enamel & Pearl Bracelet
Located in Montgomery, AL
Such a stunning take on a pearl bracelet!
We love the blue & green enameling.
Bracelet Details
Material: 18K Yellow Gold
Weight: 8.2 Grams
Length: 7 1/2 Inches
6 - 5.3mm Round Cultu...
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20th Century Contemporary Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
14K Yellow Gold Garnet and Pearl Lariat Chain Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One retro 14K yellow gold vintage lariat chain necklace with a garnet and pearl set flower motif slide pendant complete with tassles below. Measures 20 inches in length (not includin...
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1940s Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 12 Carat Chalcedony Quartz and Pearl Halo Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By Unbranded
Located in Miami, FL
14K Yellow Gold 12 Carat Chalcedony Quartz and Pearl Halo Ring - Size 6
Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning 14K yellow gold halo ring, boasting a captivating 12-carat...
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1990s Victorian Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Chalcedony, Pearl, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1949 Ring Pearl Diamonds solid 18K Gold Platinum Ø US5 / 2gr
Located in SE
A ring with navette or boat-shaped crown with Platinum top on solid 18K Yellow Gold set with natural Pearl and Diamonds.
The crown with stones measures 15 mm x 8.5 mm x 6 mm deep.
...
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1940s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 10 Carat Oval Cut Garnet and Pearl Halo 14K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
14K Yellow Gold 10 Carat Oval Checkerboard-Cut Orange-Red Garnet and Pearl Ring - Size 6.25
Introducing this exquisite vintage 14K yellow gold ring featuring a charming 10-carat ova...
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1990s Art Nouveau Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Garnet, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Vintage 1960s 14K White Gold Diamond Emerald Pearl Five Strand Choker Necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Luxurious five strand pearl necklace with 14k white gold closure containing channel set emeralds. Emeralds do have natural inclusions and are very hard to see with the naked eye, mo...
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1950s American Art Deco Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Mother-of-Pearl Shirt Stud Set
Located in London, GB
Here we have a handsome gent’s dress stud set comprised of six 13mm diameter mother-of-pearl discs; each set with a single roped cross section at the centre within a warm 15ct yellow...
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Early 1900s Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Spider Earrings Pearl Ruby Insect Bug Dangle Drop Earrings Antique Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a wonderful pair of rare antique Spider Insect Earrings with Pearl bodies and Ruby heads in Yellow Gold. The spider insect jewels are beautifully made and the dangle drop ea...
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Platinum Tahitian Pearls & Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Beautifully Hand Crafted Platinum Diamond Earrings Set With Tahitian Pearls.
“Tiffany” Style Earrings.
Incredible Craftsmanship, Very Well Made.
Beautiful Lustre Round Tahitian Pearl...
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1990s European Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Cross Coral Diamonds Pearl 9 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
This antique cross pendant is a captivating and historically rich piece, skillfully blending precious materials and significant details. Crafted in 9-karat yellow gold and 800-milles...
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1930s Italian Artisan Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Coral, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Art Nouveau Enamel and Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a truly beautiful early Art Nouveau necklace. This antique piece has been crafted from 15ct gold with a rounded natural pearl at the centre playing host a knife edge bar...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Diamond and Pearl Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and Pearl Earrings
Earrings featuring two cultured pearls adorned with diamonds.
Approximate Length: 1.75"
Approximate Combined Diamond Weight: 1.79 carats
Back Type: Cli...
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20th Century Unknown Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Edwardian Pearl 5 Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Pearl 5 Stone Ring
18ct Gold
Edwardian Circa 1900
Size UK N
Size US 7
Can be resized using our resizing service,
please contact us for more information
All of our ite...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Midcentury Pearl Diamond Gold Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury, circa 1950s, 14k gold brooch, featuring a detachable pearl drop. Set with a 17.7 x 11.4mm pearl and approx. 1.40ctw in SI1/H diamonds. Brooch is 36mm x 58mm. Tested 18k, ...
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Mid-20th Century Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
Midcentury Gold Pearl Diamond Cocktail Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Midcentury 1950s 14k gold cocktail earrings, set with pearls and approx. 0.80ctw SI/H diamonds. Earrings measure 24mm x 18mm. Marked 14k, Pat.2423905. Weight 17.3 grams.
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Mid-20th Century Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
Antique French 18k Yellow Gold Ruby Pearl Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
4 Antique cushion cut rubies approximately 1 carat
Pinkish red in color, lively and vibrant
8 2.8mm cream color pearls
Hand Crafted in 18k Yellow Gold
Belle Epoque Era, Circa 1900
Fr...
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Early 1900s Belle Époque Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique pearl and old mine cut diamond band ring, France around 1900
Located in Magdeburg, DE
This ring was made in France circa 1900 and is in good, antique condition.
- One pearl, 4.5x4.5 mm
- Ten old mine cut diamonds, approx. 0.90 ct total
- 750/ 18 ct yellow gold and...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Multi-strand Pearl Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One multi-strand pearl bracelet in 14K white gold featuring three strands of white, round cultured pearls measuring 6.00-6.50 millimeters in diameter on average with A rating. Also f...
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1980s Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 9ct Gold Natural Seed Pearl Flower Pendant / Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Floral Pendant/Brooch
9ct Gold Stamped
Circa 1910
Pretty, Floral Design Set with a Natural Seed Pearl Daisy Centre & Beautiful Diamond Shaped Petal Border.
Can be Worn a...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold
Certified French 1920s Design Natural Saltwater Pearl Art Deco Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exceptional Natural Pearl Art Deco Ring, a rare beauty that marries the allure of diamonds with the timeless elegance of platinum in a stunning French 1920s design. T...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
14K Yellow Gold Pearl Straight-line Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One 14K textured yellow gold pearl straight-line bracelet featuring 11 white, round cultured pearls measuring 7.5 millimeters in diameter. Large open, woven style links with gold bea...
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1960s Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow 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
Marcus Natural Pearl Diamond and Platinum Necklace, Circa 1920
By Marcus & Co.
Located in London, GB
A Marcus natural pearl, diamond and platinum pendant necklace. The central pendant has a diamond motif, with three diamonds in a lozenge, atop a five row splash of pavé set diamonds,...
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1920s American Belle Époque Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Diamonds, Turquoise Paste, White Agate, Sapphires, Gold and Silver Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Turquoise, Agate, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver, ...
Multi-strand Pearl Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One multi-strand pearl bracelet in 14K white gold featuring three strands of white, round cultured pearls measuring 6.00-6.50 millimeters in diameter on average with A rating. Also f...
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1980s Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Ring 7 Silver 7.30 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Ring Size 7 Sterling Silver 7.30 mm M371
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1990s Japanese Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Silver
14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Pearl Dangle Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One pair of 14K yellow gold diamond and pearl dangle earrings featuring 8 round, cream colored cultured pearls measuring 8 millimeters in diameter. Accented by 18 round brilliant cut...
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1970s Vintage Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 10 Karat Gold & Blister Pearl Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage gold & blister pearl brooch.
Comprising a bulbous blister pearl in a circular gold setting.
With a pin and 'C' shaped catch to th...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold
Reverse Painting Crystal Mother of Pearl Dachshund Dog Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
14k gold brooch, depicting a Dachshund dog, set in crystal reverse painting, backed with mother of pearl. The brooch measures 44mm x 32mm, and weighs 36.6 grams. Tested 14k, not hall...
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20th Century British Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Crystal, Pearl, Gold
1950s Diamond Pearl Gold Pendant Brooch Necklace
Located in New York, NY
1950s Midcentury 14k gold chain with a brooch/pendant suspended. Set with Old European cut diamond in the center approx. 1.26ct J/VS. Surrounding stones are approx. 0.55ctw, and pear...
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Mid-20th Century Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
David Webb 18 Karat Gold & Akoya Pearl Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This four strand Akoya pearl bracelet has a gold shell clasp and is marked for manufacture by American jeweller David Webb. The bracelet which dates to the 1960s centres on a cast go...
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20th Century American Modern Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 1910 Edwardian Ring In Platinum With 1.10 Ctw In Diamonds & Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
An Edwardian ring designed by Tiffany & Co.
Beautiful and rare ring created during the Edwardian period in New York city, by the jewelry makers of Tiffany & Co., back in the 1910. T...
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Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Earrings
Tahitian pearl earrings set with baguette and round-cut diamonds.
Approximate Length: 2"
Back type: clip on with post
Metal Type: 18-karat gold
Category
20th Century Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k 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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