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Period: 1980s
Gemstone: Pearl
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Pearl Decorated Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 8.3 grams. Totally is diamond 0.18 ct. The diamond is has G color and vs-s1 clarity. Please contact for any questions.
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1980s European Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Cultural Pearl Diamond 18k White Gold Bracelet
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-1651 Brand Unsigned Date Circa 1980 Metal 18K White Gold ______________________________________ Stone Pearl and Diamonds Length Approx 19.8cm Weight Approx 45g ______________...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Black Onyx and Mother of Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage black onyx and mother of pearl, 0.22 carat diamond and 18k yellow and white gold necklace; part of our diverse gem...
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1980s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Set of Pearl and Diamond Ring and Pendant Enhancer 18k Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
Beautiful set of golden pearl ring and pendant enhancer in excellent condition This perfect cocktail ring features a light golden colored pearl about...
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1980s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds, Emeralds, Blue Sapphires, Pearl, 14k White and Rose Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1980s Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Pearl, Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Triple Row Ruby Onyx Pearl Decorative Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and wearable necklace that sits comfortably and neatly at the base of the throat to frame the face as it's worn. Three rows of white and lustrous 7- 7 1/2 millimeter c...
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1980s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

Andrew Clunn Chrysoprase Yellow Gold Pin Brooch Clip with Pearl Accent
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bold and elegant pin created by Andrew Clunn in the 1980s. Colorful, chic and wearable, the clip is a great addition to your jewelry collection. Made of 18 karat (stamped) yellow go...
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1980s American Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Chrysophrase, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

High Diamonds Setting with Center Pearl
Located in New York, NY
The ring is finely crafted in 18k white gold with center pearl and diamonds weighing approximately total of 1.50 carat.
Category

1980s Unknown Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

White Pearls, Emeralds, Diamonds, 14 White Gold and Rose Gold Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1980s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

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

Materials

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

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

1980s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

Gilberto Cassola White Gold South Sea Pearls Diamonds Earrings
Located in Valenza, AL
Gilberto Cassola 18Kt White Gold Earrings with 12.50 mm White South Sea Pearls, White Marquise and Baguette Cut Diamonds. 12.50 mm South Sea Pearls, total weight of ct 32.00. Excepti...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Majorca 1980s Silver Pearl Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Majorca 1980s Silver Pearl Necklace, a vintage classic that exudes timeless elegance and sophistication. This exquisite necklace features lustrous white pearls, renow...
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1980s Spanish Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Silver

Vintage Victorian Revival 14k Gold Multi Color Gemstone Slide Bracelet
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
OTHER SLIDE BRACELET DESCRIPTION Vintage and lively with charm, this Victorian inspired slide bracelet displays a multitude of natural, multi color gemstones. From pearls to diamond...
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1980s American Victorian Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Peridot, Ruby, Blue...

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

Materials

Pearl

Retro Gold 3 Carat Natural Colorless Diamond and Akoya Pearl Earrings Circa 1980
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Magnificent Retro 18k Yellow Gold 3 Carat Natural Diamond and Akoya Earrings. The earrings are square shaped (appx 20mm width) and are worn at an angle. They are set with eight 7mm ...
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1980s North American Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

JKa Kohle & Co Yellow Gold Carved Natural Jadeite Diamond Pearl Drop Necklace
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
This exquisite carved Jadeite diamond & pearl 18k yellow gold necklace is a masterpiece of fine jewelry, combining elegance, craftsmanship, and the timeless allure of precious materi...
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1980s German Contemporary Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Amethyst Mabe Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ear Clips
Located in New York, NY
In a lovely floral design these 18 karat yellow gold ear clips are centrally set with 2 large mabe pearls and surrounded by perfectly matched pastel purple oval shaped amethysts. Sec...
Category

1980s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oscar De La Renta Fine Faux Pearl and Crystal Necklace and Earrings Set
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Signed Oscar de la Renta Faux Pearl and Crystal Necklace with matching pair of Earrings; Designer Signature; necklace mea...
Category

1980s American Modernist Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Crystal, Pearl

14K White Pearl and Diamond Swirl Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1980s Item Details: Metal Type: 14K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 5.5 grams Diamond Details: Weight: .40ct total weight Cut: Round brilliant Color: G Clarity: VS ...
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1980s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Roberto Casarin, Cultured South Sea Pearl and Diamond Flower Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
These beautifully crafted flower earrings by Italian designer Roberto Casarin contain two lustrous cultured South Sea pearls measuring 11.45 mm surrounded by pave set top quality rou...
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1980s Italian Contemporary Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Pearl Decorated Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 18 grams. Totally is diamond 0.60 carat. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs clarity. Please contact for any questions.
Category

1980s European Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. 1980's Pearl Diamond 18 Karat Gold Vintage Multi-Strand Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of three swagged strands of 4.7 mm round pearls - white in body color with moderate rosé overtones With four woven "X" motif gold stations centering prong set round brilli...
Category

1980s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Men's Silver/Grey Fresh Water Pearl & 14k Gold Tuxedo Cufflinks & Studs Set
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Men's Silver/Grey Fresh Water Pearl & 14k Gold Tuxedo Cufflinks & Studs Set * Note Pearls are Baroque Shape* Description / Condition: New. All jewelry has been professionally scru...
Category

1980s American Modern Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Pearl Bracelet in 18kt Yellow Gold Set With 3.58ct. Diamonds, Pearls & Sapphires
Located in Antwerp, BE
Elegant Pearl Bracelet in 18 kt. Yellow Gold Set With 3.58 ct. Diamonds, Pearls and Sapphires Diamonds: Brilliant cut diamonds together approx. 3.58 ct. Pearls: 48 pearls...
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1980s Italian Artisan Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Vintage Pearl Multi Strand 14k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Pearl Multi Strand 14k Yellow Gold Necklace. Featuring numerous baroque pearl beads measuring approximately 3.17mm to 6.47mm. Crafted with a 14 karat yellow gold clasp, w...
Category

1980s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Vintage Mother-Of-Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Inlay Bangle Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a rounded yellow gold bangle inlaid with mother-of-pearl Organically shaped and ranging in size White with strong iridescence With high polish finish Opens on a hinge v...
Category

1980s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Estate Gold, Diamond, and Pearl Leaf Motif Clip Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of gold, diamond, and pearl clip earrings, each in the form of two juxtaposed pavé diamond curled leaves with gold rope twist borders and a pearl accent, in 18k and platinum. ...
Category

1980s Modern Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Elegant italian 18 K yellow white Gold Pearl Diamond necklace
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A very elegant and wearable 18 yellow and white Gold necklace made in Italy. The necklace features 25 culteured Pearls (6.2mm -8.50mm) and it is adorned with Diamonds of approximatel...
Category

1980s Italian Contemporary Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Vintage 6.68 Carat Aquamarine Pearl Diamond White Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 6.68 carat aquamarine, cultured pearl and 0.13 carat diamond, 18 karat and 14 karat white gold brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive vintage brooch has been crafted in 18k and 14k white gold. The upper portion of this stunning vintage brooch has been crafted in a spray design, composed of textured asymmetrical, interlacing 14k white gold ribbon ornamentation. The spray design is embellished with four impressive cultured pearls. The brooch is further ornamented with an impressive 18k white gold four claw set 6.68ct emerald cut aquamarine to the terminal of the design. The stunning aquamarine is suspended from an impressive four claw set 0.13ct modern brilliant round cut diamond, completing the design. The vintage aquamarine brooch...
Category

1980s Unknown Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Diamonds and Tahitian pearl ring in 18k gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Stones: Tahitian pearl: 1.2 cm and 20 diamonds: 0.15 ct Material: 18k white gold Weight: 5.3g Period: 1980 Size: 54 (free sizing) Certificate Ref. : 25550
Category

1980s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Vintage Chanel clip-on earring 2 snakes and faux pearl, gild metal sign, 1983's
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A very unusual Chanel ear clip. On the upper part there are 3 faux pearls entwined by 2 snakes, in the middle a rhinestone with 2 leaves, typical for this work from the 1983 years. A...
Category

1980s French Modern Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gilt Metal

Large White South Sea Pearls and Diamond Enhancers
Located in Johns Creek, GA
Gorgeous large, rare White South Sea Drop Pearls. These spectacular pearls measure 14.5mm - 18.35mm. They are very white color, very high lustre, some blemishes. The necklace with...
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1980s Hong Kong Modern Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Lapis Mother of Pearl Cufflinks 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany & Co. Lapis Mother of Pearl Cufflinks 18k Yellow Gold 13.2 Grams 18mm Wide
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1980s North American Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings 1980s Mother-Of-Pearl 18 Karat Gold Scroll Ear-Clip Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as overlapping scrolling 'C' forms Inlaid with mother-of-pearl throughout Opaque white with strong iridescence With high polished gold finish Complete by hinged omega back...
Category

1980s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Diamond South Sea Pearl Platinum Flower Clip on Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
These are statement pieces for the empowered woman. Crafted in solid platinum, centered with two 12.5 mm South pearls, high luster & pinkish silver undertones.  flanked by a cluster ...
Category

1980s American Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

Vintage Buccellati Twig White And Yellow Gold Carved Emerald Pearl Brooch Pin
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow & White Gold Vintage Twig Carved Emerald Pearl Brooch Pin by Buccellati. This Vintage Buccellati brooch pin is a splendid example of f...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1980's Sunflower Diamond Pearl 18k Gold Clip-on Stud Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
This elegant pair of estate Diamond & Pearl earrings are crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and weighs 19.2 grams. These stylish 1980's  earrings display a stunning sunflower of 32 rou...
Category

1980s American Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian Style 1.60Ct Opal Pearl and Diamond 9K Yellow Gold Pendant/Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 1.60 carat opal, pearl and 0.02 carat diamond, 9 karat yellow gold pendant/brooch; part of our diverse opal jewellery collections. This fine and impressive vintage vintage pendant/brooch has been crafted in 9k yellow gold, replicating the details of a Victorian example. The pierced decorated setting is ornamented with three feature claw set oval cabochon cut opals, in a trefoil style design. The centre of this arrangement is embellished with a claw set 0.02ct transitional modern brilliant round cut diamond to the centre. The feature arrangement is encompassed with a paralleling scalloped border embellished with fifteen seed pearls, graduating in size dependent on location. The border is further embellished with three protruding bud decorated settings, each accented with pavé set pearls. The lower portion of this impressive pendant/brooch is embellished with an articulating four-claw set cabochon cut opal terminal, completing the design. This vintage opal brooch...
Category

1980s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Peridot And Pearl Butterfly Style Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.8 grams. Totally is peridod 0.60 ct. Ring size is US 6 (We offer free resizing) We can make any size. Please contact for any questions.
Category

1980s European Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Peridot, 18k Gold

Vintage Pearl and Diamond 18k & 14k Gold Platinum Dangle Day to Night Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Pair of Vintage Pearl and Diamond 18k & 14k Gold Platinum Dangle Day to Night Earrings. Featuring two pearls measuring 15.05mm. 80 round brilliant cut diamonds two pear cut diamo...
Category

1980s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yel...

Natural Saltwater Pearl and Art Deco 1 Carat Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Wrapping up the elegant design of these Natural Art Deco Saltwater Pearl Earrings. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, these earrin...
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1980s Art Deco Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Platinum

White gold earrings with pearls and 4.00 ct brilliant cut diamonds
Located in Bologna, IT
This is an incredible piece. Its beauty consists in a unique brightness, due to the high quality and high weight in carats of the set diamonds. The diamonds are 4.00 ct, colour H, c...
Category

1980s Italian Contemporary Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold natural Diamond And Pearl Decorated Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 14.2 grams. Totally is diamond about 0.30 carat. The diamond is has F-G color and vs-vvs. Box is not included. Please contact for any questions.
Category

1980s European Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Diamonds Emeralds Pearl White and Rose Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1980s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

A Pearl Necklace and Bracelet set of Cultured Salt Water Pearls.
Located in Seattle, WA
A Pearl Necklace and Bracelet set of Cultured Salt Water Pearls. The Necklace is 16.5 Inches in length, and the pearls are 8.2mm in siz...
Category

1980s American Contemporary Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 10k Gold

Antique Art Deco 14ct Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in BALMAIN, NSW
Vintage Diamond and Pearl drop earrings, in 14ct yellow gold. Circa 1980s 14ct yellow gold 4 stone Diamond and Cultured Pearl drop earrings. Each earring contains a wave style gold drop with post fitting with 1 round brilliant cut Diamond 4 claw set and 1 half drilled pearl...
Category

1980s Art Deco Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcrafted Dangle Earrings Pearls, Rubies, Diamonds, 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
Category

1980s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

18ct Gold Vintage Italian Pearl & Coral bead necklace
Located in London, GB
18ct 750 Gold Beaded Choker Necklace & Matching earrings Comprises of Natural Coral & Naturally Cultivated Potato Pearl Beads Each bead is approx. 5mm Diameter Weight of the neckl...
Category

1980s European Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

1980's 8.80 CTW Sapphire Onyx Mother-Of-Pearl 18 Karat Gold Wide Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring two oval-shaped sapphire cabochons bezel set north to south Weighing approximately 8.80 carats total - translucent medium blue With geometric motif segmented pattern surro...
Category

1980s Contemporary Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gilles Maurel Organic Brooch In Oxidized Copper And 18kt Gold With One Pearl
Located in Miami, FL
An organic brooch designed by Gilles Maurel. An intricate organic piece of jewelry, created in Quebec Canada by the artist jewelers Gilles Maurel, back in the late 1980. This brooch...
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1980s Canadian Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Copper

Chanel ear clips by Maison Gripoix with large pearls attached, signed 2CC8
Located in Stuttgart, DE
An extraordinary ear clip designed by Victoire de Castellane for Chanel in 1984. The flower is handmade of pured liquid glass with 17 small leaves in four different colors: purple, m...
Category

1980s French Modern Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate

Mobe Pearl, Diamond, Sapphire, Emerald, and Ruby Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Towson, MD
One 14 karat yellow gold ring set with one 14.5mm round white mobe cultured pearl, surrounded by twelve (12) round brilliant cut diamonds, approximately 0.10 carat total weight with ...
Category

1980s Contemporary Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Large CHANEL Brooch 1984
Located in Paris, FR
Incredible large Chanel brooch from 1984 in glass paste Condition: very good Made in France Materials: golden metal, glass paste, pearl, crystals ...
Category

1980s French Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Crystal, Pearl

Vintage French Pearl and Tourmaline 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage French Pearl and Tourmaline 18k Yellow Gold Ring. Featuring one Tahitian pearl with peacock overtone measuring approximately 13.65 millimeters. Accented by two pear cut tourmalines with a total weight of approximately 3.00 carats. Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold with French hallmark and maker’s mark. Circa 1980. The ring is a size 6 and may not be resized. About this Item: Immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of our French pearl and tourmaline ring...
Category

1980s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. A. Cummings 18K Yellow Gold Mother Of Pearl Square Clip Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. pair of earrings designed by Angela Cummings finely crafted in 18 karat yellow gold featuring 12 embellishments of mother of pearl inlay in a geometric checkerboard sq...
Category

1980s American Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Long Cream Glass Pearl Necklace with a Gold Plated and Pearl Clasp
Located in London, GB
Beautiful long cream glass pearl necklace featuring a round gold plated ridged design clasp set with three pearls. The lustrous pearls are knotted between each pearl. Measuring lengt...
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1980s English Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate

Asprey Jeweled Egg Desk Object
Located in New York, NY
Asprey Jeweled Egg An incredible multi gem desk object set with diamonds, rubies, emeralds, sapphires, onyx and pearls. Includes a stand made with 18K Gol...
Category

1980s English Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 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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