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Period: 18th Century and Earlier
Gemstone: Pearl
George III Blue Enamel, Pearl and Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Georgian lozenge-shaped pendant, to the centre a rose-cut diamond-set interlocking double-heart mounted in silver, applied on blue enamel background surrounded by white enamel bord...
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Late 18th Century British George III Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, Enamel
Georgian Gold and Silver, Rose Cut Diamonds and Pearl Day and Night Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Featuring floral motif, rose cut diamonds set in silver on the front and gold finish on the back with natural pearl detail. Interchangeable design.
Category
Mid-18th Century Georgian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver
Antique Mother-of-Pearl Gaming Counter 18k Yellow Gold & Silver Ring with Bands
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This ring features an antique, mother-of-pearl Chinese gambling counter with motifs dating back to the 18th century. This piece was originally carved in China for export to Britain. ...
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Late 18th Century American Artisan Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Other, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Lund & Blockley. A Gold Enamel and Pearl Full Hunter Fob Watch C1880
Located in London, GB
Lund & Blockley. A Gold Enamel and Pearl Full Hunter Keyless Cylinder Fob Watch With Matching Pearl and Diamond Brooch. C1880
Dial: A beautiful white enamel dial with black Roman Nu...
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18th Century British Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Georgian Pearl, Diamond and Enamel Mourning Locket Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderfully hand made yellow gold Georgian mourning ring. The ring is set with a central rose cut diamond in a cut collet setting and is surrounded by five original natural...
Category
18th Century Georgian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Georgian Pearl, Diamond and Enamel Mourning Locket Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely yellow gold Georgian mourning ring. The ring is set with a central old cut diamond and surrounded by five natural pearls and a border of black enamel. Each twisted s...
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18th Century Georgian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Pansy Pendant and Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details:
Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 8.1 grams
Diamond: Old Mine Brilliant, .05ct, G Color, VS Clarity
Pearls: Natural seed pearls around the fl...
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Late 17th Century Art Nouveau Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Dangle Earrings 2 ctw Diamonds 18K Gold Silver /7.8gr
Located in SE
A pair of antique pendants, parts in 18K Gold and Silver set with rose cut diamonds. European pair, Silver parts likely date to ca. 18th cent or earlier, likely parts of a Necklace. ...
Category
Late 18th Century European Renaissance Revival Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Georgian Pearl Garnet and Emerald Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming cluster ring originally dating back to the Georgian period. A quartet of rounded natural pearls dominate the face with an array of almandine garnets neatly ne...
Category
18th Century Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Emerald, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mother-of-Pearl Gaming Counter, 18k Yellow Gold, Blackened Silver Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These earrings feature antique mother-of-pearl Chinese gambling counters with motifs dating back to the 18th Century. They were carved in China for export to Britain. The British use...
Category
18th Century North American Artisan Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold
Long Anntique Mandala With Pearls and Cornelian
Located in Milan, IT
antique real indian mandala mounted inn a nice long pearls necklace withn carnelian lenght 75 cm.
All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and has never been previously owned or worn. Each ...
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16th Century Italian Artist Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Bronze
Georgian Ruby and Pearl Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fabulous cluster ring originally dating back to the Georgian period. A single round faceted ruby sits slightly risen at the centre of the face and is circulated by an ...
Category
18th Century Georgian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian Ruby and Pearl Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming cluster ring originally dating back to the Georgian period. A single elongated oval faceted ruby possessing a rich red colour tone sits at the centre of the f...
Category
18th Century Georgian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Yellow Gold Brooch Pendant Pearls and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Antique 19th century Victorian gold brooch
Brooch is mounted with pearls and pearl surround and European cut diamonds
Center Pearl measuring 10 ...
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Mid-18th Century English Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Diamond and pearl art deco choker necklace 18k white gold
Located in London, GB
Gorgeous art deco style choker necklace diamonds and pearl 18ct white gold.
Composed of 2.50ct round brilliant diamond and cultured pearls round ...
Category
16th Century European Art Deco Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Rose Diamond and Pearl Mourning Ring, circa 1770.
Located in London, GB
Georgian hair, diamond and pearl mourning ring. Set with twenty eight round rose cut diamonds in closed back grain settings with a combined approximate w...
Category
1770s Georgian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold, Silver
Georgian/Early Victorian Double-Row Pearl Ring
Located in Joelton, TN
A magnificent Late Georgian/Early Victorian Double-Row Pearl Ring. Exquisitely crafted in 14k gold, this ring is a stunning showcase of the era's love for intricate designs and luxurious materials. The ring features two rows of delicately split pearls, totaling 18 in number. Each row consists of 8 pearls, with a single center pearl on each end, an intriguing deviation that adds a touch of unique charm to the piece.
The shoulders of the ring are a work of art in themselves, beautifully designed with intricate patterns that exemplify the attention to detail prevalent in late Georgian/early Victorian jewelry. These gorgeous shoulders not only add to the ring's aesthetic appeal but also provide a comfortable and secure fit. The overall design is balanced and harmonious, making this ring a versatile piece suitable for both everyday elegance and special occasions.
This ring is not just a piece of jewelry; it's a slice of history. Its wonderful patina adds character and speaks of its journey through time, yet it remains in remarkable condition, ready to be cherished by its new owner. Whether as a gift for a loved one or a treat for yourself, this Early Victorian pearl ring...
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Early 18th Century English Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold
Art deco diamonds and pearls triple strand bracelet platinum
Located in London, GB
Art deco diamonds and pearl triple strand bracelet in platinum.
Composed of round brilliant diamond and pearl triple strand bracelet mounted in platinum clasp.
The width of the pearl...
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16th Century European Art Deco Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Art deco pearl and diamonds double strand bracelet platinum
Located in London, GB
Gorgeous art deco pearl and diamonds beaded bracelet in platinum.
Composed of round brilliant diamonds pave set in platinum clasp round shaped.
Diamonds total weight 0.15ct G colour...
Category
16th Century European Art Deco Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Georgian pearl hair brooch with locket, circa 1770.
Located in London, GB
Georgian pearl hair brooch with locket back opening. Traditional mourning jewellery with locket of hair, circa 1770.
Category
1770s Georgian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Gold
Dated 1798 - Napoléon I. Era Set of Gold Necklace and Earrings, Original box
Located in Berlin, DE
This jewellery set from the era of Napoleon I consists of a necklace and matching earrings. The jewellery is sold in the original jewellery box. The jewellery pieces are forged from ...
Category
18th Century French Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Tourmaline, Pearl, Gold
Mughal Colored Gemstone And Pearl Pendant Brooch
Located in New Orleans, LA
This historic gold brooch hails from the illustrious Mughal Empire and showcases the beauty of traditional jadau jewelry. Using the jadau technique, arti...
Category
18th Century Indian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian Canetille Bow Garnet Natural Pearl Brooch Pendant Necklace 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
This stunning Georgian period pendant brooch is 1790 ca
The fine elaborated Canetille work is elegantly shaped as a bow with a suspending drop further enriched by Natural not nucleated Pearls...
Category
1790s European Georgian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Georgian Natural Pearl, Enamel and Diamond Mourning Ring 18k Gold
Located in Joelton, TN
A beautiful late Georgian Natural Pearl and Enamel set mourning ring, 18ct yellow gold.
The ornate, unique long and slender shank featuring a la...
Category
Early 18th Century English Georgian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Enamel, 18k Gold
Emerald & Pearl Cocktail Ring Handmade Old Age Unknown 14KT Yellow Gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Handmade cocktail ring made with natural emeralds and pearls in 14KT yellow gold.
GRAM WEIGHT: 6.52gr
GOLD: 14KT yellow gold
NATURAL EMERALD(S)
Clarity/Color: Heavily Included/Gree...
Category
Mid-18th Century North American Art Nouveau Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian French Pearl Diamond Novelty Swallow Brooch
Located in Napoli, IT
Precious Past Novelty
Sweet novelty brooch from the Georgian period, bearing French hallmarks 1796 ca – hand crafted of solid 18 KT gold and silver portions
Featuring four Swallows l...
Category
Late 18th Century French Georgian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl
Antique Georgian Flat Cut Garnet Pearl Mourning Pendant in 18ct Gold
Located in Kendal, GB
An exquisite antique Georgian mourning pendant from the early 1800s featuring a display of plaited blonde hair preserved behind a glass windo...
Category
18th Century European Georgian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, Gold
Victorian Natural Pearl Sweet Heart Bracelet 15 Ct Platinum Bracelet
Located in Napoli, IT
Victorian Romanticism
This lovely little Victorian era bracelet is composed by a sweet heart made of 15 Ct solid gold – marked – hanging from a Platinum chain in...
Category
Late 18th Century European Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, Platinum
Antique Mother-of-pearl Gaming Counter and Kyanite Earrings in Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These gorgeous 18k yellow gold dangle earrings are set with hand-carved antique gaming counters that have been paired with royal blue kyanite cabochons for a look of cultured elegance and sophistication. Mother-of-pearl gaming counters...
Category
18th Century Artisan Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Kyanite, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Mother-of-Pearl Gaming Counter Cufflinks in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These handsome mother-of-pearl and 18k yellow gold cufflinks feature a gorgeous matching pair of antique gaming counters that were hand-engraved in the 1800's. Originally carved in C...
Category
18th Century North American Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian Royal Blue Enamel Diamond Natural Pearl 18 KT Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Past Treasure
This quite outstanding antique ring is genuine Georgian period, 1790/1800 ca
Marvellous large Marquee shaped with a very flat profile when worn
It displays the skilful ...
Category
Late 18th Century European Georgian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Enamel, 18k Gold
GIA Certified Basra Natural Saltwater Pearl & Diamond Pendant/Brooch
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Rare Basra Natural Saltwater Pearl & Diamond Pendant/Brooch, Ca. 18th Century. (Pinctada Radiata, as per the GIA certificate Pteriidae Family)
The pearl has a near-Drop shape with a ...
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1760s Spanish Georgian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver
Antique Natural Pearl Ring
Located in New York, NY
Antique Natural Pearl Ring
Circa 1780
An 18 karat gold and silver ring set with a natural pearl and 44 rose cut diamonds in a chalice moti...
Category
1780s Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Dimos 18k Gold Natural Pearl Pendant
Located in Athens, GR
18k yellow gold pendant completely hand done framing a natural Pearl with granulated art work. An ideal size to complete your layering pendants.
Category
Late 17th Century Greek Byzantine Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Georgian Rose Cut and 9ct Rose Gold Seven Pearl Stack Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A superb Georgian period ring. c1780.
Designed with seven pearls in grain settings. 20mm spread of stones. 5.3mm wide band to front.
Solid 12 cara...
Category
18th Century Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Rose Gold
Edwardian Pearl Star Sapphire Diamond Platinum-Topped 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Bypass style terminating with an oval 5.0 x 7.0 mm moonstone cabochon and a 7.0 mm round natural pearl. Sapphire is translucent gray in body color with subtle white asterism. Pearl ...
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Late 18th Century Edwardian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Star Sapphire, 18k Gold, Y...
Rare 18th Century Painted Enamel Gold Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
An 18th century enamel on gold brooch embellished with pearls, circa 1790. The enamel miniature on the front shows a boy flying a kite against a sunny Mediterranean landscape. The b...
Category
18th Century Georgian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Gold, Enamel
Renaissance Reliquary Pendant with Pearl and Enameling
Located in Chicago, IL
RELIQUARY PENDANT WITH PEARL
Spain or Spanish Netherlands, c. 1620
Gold, rock crystal, enamel, pearl, bone relics
Weight 12.9 grams; dimensions 40 ...
Category
1620s Spanish Renaissance Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Gold, Enamel
Renaissance Cameo Pendant
Located in New Orleans, LA
The cameo at the center of this exceptional pendant is a stunning example of the art of gem engraving during the Renaissance. It likely dates to the early 17th century and features a sacrificial scene inspired by the Greco-Roman era. The central flaming altar is flanked by two figures preparing to sacrifice a ram, while a figure in a lion skin blowing horns stands in the left corner. The carver brilliantly uses the natural layers of the stone to achieve the illusion of shadow and musculature on the figures. A second, smaller cameo is set at the top of the pendant, while a myriad of multi-colored gems, pearls and enamel adorns the 18K gold setting. A large Baroque pearl suspended from an enamel dragon finishes the design, which embodies the opulence and theatricality of jewels from the Renaissance age.
Cameos and intaglios were highly popular amongst wealthy connoisseurs in Renaissance Italy, and owning the finest pieces was the privilege of princes. Although they were often elaborately mounted for display alone, cameos were also frequently worn as pendants, surrounded by enameled and stone-set gold frames. Such pieces were particularly prized by the Medici and Lorraine families, many of which can now be seen at the National Archeological Museum in Florence.
Very few Renaissance cameos...
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17th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
Antique 18th Century 14k Gold Cross Crucification Natural Oriental Pearls Italy
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This pendant of Christ on the cross was cast in Italy in the last quarter of the 18th century. The cross is marked with Italian hallmarks engraved and embellished with oriental pear...
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1780s English Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Oriental Pearl, 14k Gold
19th Century Opal Fine Pearl Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, own hallmark.
Beautiful and rare antique ring, it is decorated with an opal cabochon in the center of a chased decorati...
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Early 18th Century French Napoleon III Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Olympus Art Certified, South Sea Pearl Baroque New Beginnings Necklace
Located in Istanbul, TR
Olympus Art Certified,
18K Yellow Gold
0.92 ct. Diamond Round
South Sea Pearl Baroque
Category
15th Century and Earlier Turkish Classical Roman Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Mother-of-Pearl Gaming Counter 18k Yellow Gold & Silver Dangle Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These earrings feature antique mother-of-pearl Chinese gambling counters with motifs dating back to the 18th Century. They were carved in China for ex...
Category
Late 18th Century American Artisan Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Pearl Brooch Pin 18KT Yellow Gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Beautiful pearl pin made in 18Kt yellow gold, Victorian.
GRAM WEIGHT: 3.51gr
GOLD: 18KT yellow gold
CLOSURE: pin
MEASUREMENTS: 43mm X 17mm wide
DESIGNER: unknown
ITEM#: 250-00001
W...
Category
16th Century Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
The Gigantas Pendant
Located in London, GB
The Gigantas Pendant, an important late 16th century Renaissance baroque pearl, gold and enamelled pendant, with later alterations, depicting one of the Greek gigantes, wearing the i...
Category
16th Century German Renaissance Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold
Topaz & Opal earrings 18KT yellow gold Vintage clip on omega earrings
Located in Jupiter, FL
Rare pearl necklace featuring freshwater pearls, natural topaz and fire opal made in 18KT yellow gold.
GRAM WEIGHT: 17.73gr
GOLD: 18KT yellow gol...
Category
17th Century Artist Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Opal, South Sea Pearl, Blue Topaz, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Platinum Pearl and .50 Carat Diamond Pin, circa 1890
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Victorian Platinum Pearl Pin Circa 1890
Quality pearls are matched and 20 items ranging from 5.60-6.06 mm each. The pearls have a high luster with c...
Category
Late 18th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
NEW GIA Cert Natural Saltwater Pearl Necklace 42 inches long.
Located in Warren, NJ
This exquisite necklace features stunning natural saltwater pearls complemented by 14k yellow gold and delicate beaded detailing. The necklace's nature theme perfectly embodies the t...
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Late 17th Century Early Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold
NEW South Sea Pearl Hearts & Arrows Diamond "Art Deco" ENHANCER in Platinum
Located in Warren, NJ
Introducing a breathtaking AAAA+ South Sea Pearl and Diamond Pendant in Platinum, featuring an Art Deco inspired style. Crafted by renowned brand LaFrancee, this pendant is a true ma...
Category
Mid-18th Century Art Deco Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
NEW Perfectly Round White Top -Quality South Sea Pearls Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Warren, NJ
Elevate your jewelry collection with these exquisite 18k white gold oval earrings from LaFrancee. The dangle/drop style features stunning South Sea pearls and diamonds, making them a...
Category
Late 18th Century Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Georgian Natural Pearl Necklace with Blue Enamel Centre
Located in London, GB
A Georgian natural pearl necklace with blue enamel centre, the kite shape centre piece with blue enamel decoration, mounted with ivory carving o...
Category
1790s British Georgian Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Natural Pearl, Enamel
Antique Gold Pendant with Diamonds and Pearls
Located in Chicago, IL
Pendant with Virgin Mary as Queen of Heaven
Western Europe, Southern Germany (?), Italy (?), c. 1550-1560
Gold, enamel, diamonds, and pearls
Weight 13.2 gr; Length 36.9 x 31.2 mm (incl. pearls)
This sumptuous image exudes regal power. It portrays the Virgin Mary as Queen of Heaven wearing a dress and crown studded with seven large diamonds and set against a translucent, rich blue celestial background. Far removed from the tender, humble Virgin seen in German and Netherlandish artworks of the period, she is a majestic ruler, mouth sternly set, head tilted upward, and face in full profile.
The oval pendant cast in high gold relief with a central medallion, the single figure filling the space, echoes jewelry portraits of the aristocracy during the Renaissance, which similarly offset the ruler’s image against a blue field composed of enamel or lapis lazuli, symbolic of divine power Only the rays of the shining gold halo that emerge behind the Virgin’s head and her long flowing hair (instead of neatly coiffed) distinguish her from female ruler portraits of the period. Three studded pearls, forming an axis, also recall pendants of European rulers.
Wealth, royal status, and divine power come together in this opulent pendant. Portraits of the period show similar small oval pendants worn by women in the square of the garment or by men nestled inside multiple chains below the base of the neck.
PROVENANCE
European Private Collection
LITERATURE
Compare images from ancient Rome, for example a sardonyx cameo with female head (Kugel 2000, no. 18; Milan, c. 1550), and a pendant with gold, pearls, and enamel in the Staatliche Museum Kassel (Schmidberger/Richter 2001, no. 43; France, c. 1555-1560). For ruler pendants with blue backgrounds see a pendant of King Frances I...
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16th Century Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
Antique Mother-of-Pearl Gaming Counter Pendant in Gold and Blackened Silver
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pendant features an original antique mother-of-pearl Chinese gambling counter that has been finely engraved with a beautiful scene depicting life in 18th Century China. These gaming counters were carved in China for export to Britain, where they were used in games, as markers, the way we use poker...
Category
Late 18th Century Unknown Artisan Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Other, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Devotional Saint Joseph Yellow Gold Pearl Enamel Pendant
Located in London, GB
A high karat yellow gold devotional pendant centering a painted enamel of Saint Joseph with a blossoming staff, to the reverse a lily. The ename...
Category
17th Century Spanish Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
22 Karat Gold Round Garnet Ring
Located in Brooklyn, NY
22K Yellow Gold Thin Ring with Central Round Garnet Cabochon Stone by ROMAE Jewelry Inspired by Ancient Roman Designs. Our delicate "Vibia" ring is a classic! Modeled after an ancien...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Onyx, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Mother-of-Pearl Gaming Counter Pendant Necklace in Silver and 18k Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pendant features an original antique mother-of-pearl Chinese gambling counter that has been finely engraved with a beautiful scene depicting life in 18th Century China. These gaming counters were carved in China for export to Britain, where they were used in games, just like we use poker chips...
Category
Mid-18th Century American Artisan Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Mother-of-Pearl Gaming Counter Yellow Gold Shagreen Wide Cuff Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 18k yellow gold shagreen cuff bracelet features an antique mother-of-pearl Chinese gambling counter with motifs dating back to the 18th Century. Ori...
Category
Late 18th Century American Artisan Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Mermaid Eye of Tiger Ring in 18k Gold with River Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
This ring is a rustic design made with 10 grams of solid gold 18k, with a 1 catar eye of tiger in the center and two river pearls in the side the gold its...
Category
15th Century and Earlier American Artisan Antique Pearl Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Tiger's Eye, Gold, 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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