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Period: 20th Century
Gemstone: Pearl
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Bracelet 7.25 Silver 6.5 - 7 mm
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Bracelet 7.25 Silver 6.5 - 7 mm M355 Please look at the video attached for this item. With the video, you can see the movement of the item and appreciate the faceting and details better. This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya pearl bracelet is made of sterling silver. TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002 PLEASE SEE OUR HUNDREDS OF POSITIVE FEEDBACKS FROM OUR CLIENTS!! FREE SHIPPING DETAILS 23 Fine Quality Japanese Akoya Pearl Measurements: 6.5 - 7 mm Length: 7.25 Inches Weight: 12.6 Grams An Akoya Mikimoto pearl bracelet...
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1990s Japanese Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Silver

Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Emerald Green Agate Yellow Gold Flowers 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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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond...

Antique Gold, Pearl and Ruby Frog Brooch, Circa 1900
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian pearl frog brooch, set with natural seed pearls and cushion-cut ruby eyes, mounted in 18ct yellow gold, with an 18ct stamp, English, circa ...
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Early 1900s British Late Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Golf Club Tie Bar Sterling Silver 5 mm 4 Grams
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Golf Club Tie Bar Sterling Silver 5 mm 4 Grams M365 This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya pearl tie bar is made of sterling silver and has 1 Akoya...
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1990s Japanese Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Vintage Cultured and Fine Pearl Necklace
Located in PARIS, FR
Two-strand vintage graduating pearl necklace. Cultured pearls, amongst them three non tested fine pearls. 18K gold clasp French cr...
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1960s French Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

An Impressive 9.6mm Golden Pearl & Top Quality Diamond Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Centrally set with perfectly round South Sea Pearl of AAA quality, of Golden color & a very high, mirror-like luster of 9.6mm Surrounded by the row of round brilliant cut diamonds...
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1990s Australian Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold

Clip-On Pearl and Diamonds Vintage Earrings, Flower Peral Earrings, Yellow Gold
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Vintage Pearl Clip-on Earrings - Pearls and 1CT Diamonds Earrings, Solid 18k Yellow Gold, Vintage Earrings, Estate Jewelry, Earrings for Women, Es...
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Mid-20th Century European Art Nouveau Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

18ct White Gold Ring with Four Princess Cut Diamonds and a 15mm Tahitian Pearl
Located in London, GB
A 18ct white gold ring in a satin finish centering a Tahitian Pearl measuring 15mm. Ring's shoulders with two princess cut diamonds on either side. Total diamond weight approximately...
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1990s French Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Pearl Accented 14 Karat Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Fluid elegance with timeless style achieved through intricate links of bright 14k fourteen karat yellow gold each adorned with bezel set petite round white pearls placed within the c...
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1950s American Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

.12 Carat Diamond Pearl Lady in Red Ladies Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
1950's Lady in red wristwatch. Bright, customized red dial by Peter Suchy Jewelers. Manual wind movement. Bright red band. 20 cultured crème color pear...
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Mid-20th Century Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Ladies Vintage 18k White Gold Pearl & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K White Gold Ring size: 6.5 Total weight: 9.88 grams Natural pearl 18K white gold diamond cocktail ring with a half round shank. Engraved with "18K"...
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20th Century Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White 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...
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Crystal, Pearl

Blush Pink Pearl w Hematite Beaded Necklace
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Pretty blush color round 8.5 mm AAA Akoya Pearls enhance the reflective slate gray Hematite beads that create this eighteen inch strand. Said to absorb ...
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1970s Japanese Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Hematite, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Turquoise and Pearl 15 Carat Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The three stones are set in star settings and are a deep turquoise colour and shimmering white. The ring is modelled in 15ct gold and is made in Birmingham, England. Ring Size: P or...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Pearl, Gold

Art Nouveau Silver Enamel Pearl Bird Plaque de Cou Levinger & Bissinger Necklace
Located in London, GB
Illustrated in our book: Beatriz Chadour-Sampson & Sonya Newell-Smith, Tadema Gallery London Jewellery from the 1860s to 1960s, Arnoldsche Art Publishers, Stuttgart 2021, cat. no 19 A beautiful gilded silver, Plique-à-jour enamel and pearl plaque de cou attributed to Levinger and Bissinger...
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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel

Baroque Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Brooch Pendant
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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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Pearl Art Deco 14 Karat Gold Statement Engagement Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a remarkable Art Deco ring in 14k white gold featuring a natural Mississippi Delta pearl center that would be an incredible non-traditional engagement ring. The simple design...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Handmade Diamond and Ruby Bangle Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Handmade Diamond Bangle Bracelet, containing Specifications: main stone: ROUND CUT DIAMONDS carat total weight: center diamond .25pts. color H a...
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1950s American Contemporary Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Abalone Cufflinks Sterling Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Abalone Cufflinks Sterling Silver 5.5 mm 7.24gr M188 TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002 PLEASE SEE OUR HUNDREDS OF POSITIVE FEEDBACKS FROM OUR CLIENTS!! FREE SHIPPING This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Men...
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1990s Japanese Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Turquoise, Diamond and Gold Three Strands of Pearl Opera Necklace
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Very elegant opera necklace: thee stands of white peals closing with a yellow gold clasp which is also the adornment of this piece. It consists of a 27mm long turquoise set in yellow...
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Late 20th Century Italian Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold

Art Deco Diamond Pearl Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Charming Art-Deco 14 karat white gold diamond and pearl ring, centrally set with one white round pearl and flanked by 2 Old European Cut diamonds. Surrounding these, in a mill-grain ...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Bvlgari 18K White Gold Mother of Pearl Illusion Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Matching ring to the pair of earrings from our stock. This is a ring from Bvlgari, encrusted with diamonds, mounted with grey mother of pearl makes a perfect gift for a mother, anniv...
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20th Century Italian Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pearl and Diamond Toi et Moi 18ct Gold and Platinum Engagement Ring, c.1910
Located in London, GB
This incredible Edwardian crossover engagement ring features a 0.67ct old mine cut diamond set in a six claw open back setting complimented by a natural saltwater pearl measuring 3.85 × 4.45mm. Both pearl and diamond are each preceded by five old cut diamonds...
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1910s English Edwardian Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Natural Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, Gold

Cartier Art Deco Lapis, Enamel and Pearl Bracelet, Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A Cartier Art Deco lapis, enamel and pearl bracelet, yellow gold. This rare and unusual bracelet is entirely crafted in 14kt yellow gold and...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Turquoise Keshi Pearl 14 Karat Gold Necklace Triple Strand
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Turquoise and Keshi Pearl triple strand Necklace in 14 Karat Yellow Gold. The natural mined Turquoise are pear shaped and round with wonderful Sleeping Beauty col...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Modernist Starburst Cultured Pearl & 18k Gold Ear Clips, France, circa 1960s
Located in Chatham, CA
Modernist Starburst cultured pearl and 18K yellow gold ear clips - refined and elegant - fine hand made quality - each ear clip featuring a cultured pearl (approx. 8 mm. in diameter)...
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Mid-20th Century French Modernist Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow 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

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

Vintage Earrings Diamond Sapphire Ruby Emerald Tourmaline Pearl 18K Gold/10.3gr
Located in SE
A pair of amazing vintage earrings from ca. 1970s in tested solid 18K Yellow Gold. Each earring is built of three hinged and mobile sections decorated with natural Diamonds, Rubies,...
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1970s European Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Pearls, Diamonds, White 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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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, White 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

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...
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1980s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

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

Signed High Karat Gold Memphis School Opal, Amethyst, & Pearl Cufflinks
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of fine signed high karat gold Memphis School style cufflinks. Each with a bezel-set, rectangular purple opal cabochon, a bezel-set triangular amethyst, and 2 pearls. Marked...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modernist Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Opal, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Edwardian Pearl & Enamel Pendant Necklace 15K Gold Art Nouveau c.1910
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this alluring antique Edwardian enamel pendant necklace made c.1910. In spite of its modest proportions, this pendant does not shy away from presenting t...
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Early 20th Century Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 15k Gold, Enamel

Amethyst and Pearl Heart Shaped Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Amethyst and Pearl Heart Shaped Earrings Approximate Amethyst Weight: 10.05 carats Approximate Diamond Weight: 1.30 carats Back type: Clip-on Metal type: 18-karat yellow gold
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20th Century Unknown Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Bespoke Floral Sapphire & Pearl Brooch 4.02g
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A 15ct Yellow Gold Floral Brooch, set with 2 Ceylon type blue sapphires and 12 half pearls. Circa 1910. Sapphires 2.8mm and 2.0mm. Pearls 1.9mm. Metal: 15ct Yellow Gold Carat: N/A ...
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1910s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Mikimoto Very Fine and Very Rare Akoya 4 Strand Pearl Necklace Diamond Clasps
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
This four-strand Mikimoto Akoya pearl necklace is a masterpiece of elegance and luxury. The layout features four strands of meticulously arranged Akoya pearls, ranging from 9mm down...
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1990s Asian Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Toliro 18K Yellow Gold Rough Mabe Pearl Belly Ruby Eye Ostrich Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Length: 2.00 inches Width: 25.50 mm Weight: 11.56 grams 18K yellow gold animal pearl vintage brooch. The metal was tested and determined to be 18K yel...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18k Gold, Diamonds and Pearls Ring by Swedish Master Johan Jobring, 1998
Located in Stockholm, SE
Crafted from 18 karat gold, this ring exhibits an extraordinary and artistic design, characterized by a multi-level band that conveys a striking, bold aesthetic. It is embellished wi...
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1990s Swedish Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique 10k Gold & Seed Pearl Stickpin Dragonfly or Water Bug Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique figural stickpin. In 10 karat yellow gold. In the form of an insect with wings and legs outstretched (possibly a dragonfly or water skimmer). Flush set with seed pe...
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20th Century Edwardian Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 10k Gold

Vintage South Sea Pearl & Diamond Turtle Brooch GIA
Located in Montgomery, AL
We are loving the artistic use of a beautiful saltwater pearl to fabricate this lovely piece! Item Details Material: 18K Yellow Gold Back; White Gold Front 45 - 1.4mm Round Brillian...
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20th Century Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yello...

Vintage Multi-Strand Opal Bead Necklace, 14k Gold Clasp With Pearls
Located in Milford, DE
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite multi-strand opal bead necklace. Expertly crafted with five luxurious strands, each one is intricately adorned with lustrous opal ...
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20th Century European Artisan Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold

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

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

Materials

Pearl, Tourmaline, 15k Gold

Antique Edwardian Amethyst & Seed Pearl 15K Gold Pendant Necklace Art Nouveau
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this enchanting antique Edwardian art nouveau pendant/brooch necklace made c.1905. The goldwork is simply wonderful on this particular piece: it is crafte...
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Early 20th Century Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 15k Gold

Antique Edwardian Amethyst Seed Pearl 9K Gold Art Nouveau Pendant Necklace c1905
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this elegant antique Edwardian art nouveau pendant necklace made c.1905. The goldwork is beautifully crafted with a naturalistic art nouveau design of scr...
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Early 20th Century Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Silver 7 mm
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Silver 7 mm M331 This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya pearl brooch pin is made of sterling silver and has 4 Akoya Cultured Pearls ranging ...
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1990s Japanese Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Silver

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

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Tree of Life Brooch 14k Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Tree of Life Brooch 14k Gold M317 This elegant Authentic Mikimoto 14k Gold brooch has 13 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls and ha...
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1990s Japanese Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Vintage Various Art Nouveau Brooches with Gemstones
Located in Stamford, CT
Three various brooches, all with the finest gold work from the early 1900's, are from the far right, a Rikers brooch in 14 Kt with a sapphire and diamond. Rikers is a highly reputed ...
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Virgin Mary Mother of Pearl Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a mother-of-pearl medal depicting the Virgin Mary within a blue enamel frame surrounded by 64 natural seed pearls. Umarked but...
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20th Century French Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

.15 Carat Diamond Cultured Pearl White Gold Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1960’s graduated cultured pearl necklace 6-9mm with natural color and 14k white gold diamond catch. 16.5 inches long. 55 cultured pearls, crème color rose hue, very good lustre, fe...
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Mid-20th Century Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Buccellati 9.5 mm. Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Buccellati This very charming pair of earrings are from the Buccellati maison vintage pair, approx 1960 ca. Hand crafted of solid 18 KT gold and silver ...
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1960s Renaissance Revival Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Vintage Mikimoto Graduated Akoya Pearl Strand Necklace Silver Clasp
Located in Mona Vale, NSW
Vintage Mikimoto Fine Pearl Strand Mikimoto are world renowned for their pearl quality and standards. This vintage necklace is strung with 79 Akoya cultured Pearls that have a cream...
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20th Century Japanese Retro Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Silver

David Webb Platinum &18k Gold Black Striped Tiger with Emerald Ruby Pearl Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Designed as a tiger, the body decorated with textured gold fur, enhanced with black enamel stripes, with circular-cut diamonds, emerald eyes, cabochon ruby atop of the head. Tiger is...
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20th Century American Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Gilbert Albert Half Set Turquoise Diamonds Pearls 18k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Paris, FR
Exceptional half set signed Gilbert Albert composed of a necklace and a pair of ear clips, in yellow gold set with turquoise, diamonds and pearls Total estimated weight of the diamo...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Double Strand Natural Pearl Saltwater Necklace With Certificate
Located in New York, NY
A vintage double-strand natural saltwater pearl necklace of choker length. The piece has a marquise-shaped clasp garnished with diamonds and a central faceted sapphire stone. The piece comes with The Gem and Pearl Labaratory Ltd. certificate. Elegant Luxury Jewelry For Women...
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20th Century Unknown Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Silver

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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