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Gemstone: Pearl
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 17.5" 18k W Gold 8.5 mm Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Japanese Akoya Pearl Necklace 17.5" 18k W Gold 8.5 mm Certified $9,750 216996 Estate Mikimoto 49 Akoya Pearls LARGE 8.5 mm 17.5 Inches 18 KT White Gold Clasp This ...
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1990s Japanese Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold

Dolphin Enamel Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Playfully caught in the mouth is a pearl measuring 3.2mm 2 single cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.02 carats G-H color SI clarity Covered in green enamel 18k gold stamped wi...
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1960s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Vintage 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Pearl Decorated Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 11.3 grams. Total weight is diamond 0.65 ct. The diamond is has H color and vs-s1 clarity. Please contact for any question.
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1990s European Retro Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

GIA Pearl Diamond Vintage Bracelet Brooch 14K Antique SouthSea HUGE 9.29 Carats!
Located in Sylvania, GA
Old South Jewels proudly presents LUXURY. GIA CERTIFIED ANTIQUE 9.29 DIAMOND SOUTH SEA PEARL BRACELET & BROOCH-IN-ONE AND BOX! Huge Vintage Fine Saltwater Pearls and Bright Spar...
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20th Century Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Pre-Owned 18K White Gold Akoya Cultured Pearl .40ct TW Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Pre-Owned pearl earrings finely crafted in 18 karat white gold featuring two 8-8.5 mm pink luster Akoya cultured pearls of japanese origin adorned by 2 very bright round bril...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mings Large Akoya Pearl Leaf Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Designer: Ming's Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 12.6 Grams Pearl Diameter: ~6.8 mm Ring Size: 6.5 (resizable) please message us to resize BEFORE purc...
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB offers 1920’s Butterfly wing hand painted glass Sterling pendant necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a 1920’s Hand painted Butterfly wing English Sterling Silver and glass pendant. This piece is lovely and the hand painted Dutch scene is meticulously done. T...
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Mid-20th Century English Artisan Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Marcasite, Oriental Pearl, Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Amethyst Pearl Yellow Gold Stud Drop 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 ever...
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pear...

7.5mm South Sea Pearl 17" Necklace In White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
7.5mm South Sea Pearl 17" Necklace In White Gold This beautiful necklace strand is crafted in 14kt white gold and features 7.5mm pearls, known for their stunning clarity and color. ...
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Channel Vintage Faux Pearl Long Necklace
Located in New York, NY
-Chanel Vintage Faux Pearl Necklace -From the 1981 Collection -Gold-Plated& Faux Pearl -Includes Designed Box Metal Type: Gold Plated Mark...
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1980s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl

Antique Victorian Gold Large Oval Pearl Lily of the Valley Mourning Locket
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian yellow gold, black paste, and seed pearl locket, comprising two oval cabochons of black paste, twenty-two seed pearls, set in 9 karat yel...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, 9k Gold

French Edwardian 1905 Chain In 18Kt Gold With Guilloche Blue Enamel and Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
French Edwardian enameled chain. Stunning necklace chain, created in Paris France during the Edwardian period, back in the 1905. This beautiful chain has been carefully crafted in s...
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Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

2.17 Carat Diamond and South Sea Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Pendant
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning 2.17 Carat Diamond and South Sea Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Pendant This one of a kind beauty has a magnificent 15mm South Sea Pearl in the center. It is surrounded by 104...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White 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

Antique Amethyst, Enamel, Seed Pearl & 14K Gold Pendant / Brooch - Circa 1910
Located in Chatham, CA
Fine antique amethyst, seed pearl and 14K yellow gold pendant or brooch with blue and white 'forget-me-knot' enamel flowers and leaves - featuring a round bezel set amethyst to the c...
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Edwardian Pearl and Enamel Pocket Watch, c.1910
Located in London, GB
This masterfully crafted pocket watch dates back to the Edwardian era and is truly stunning. A bow of 18 carat yellow gold with green enamel detailing holds the pocket watch in place...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra Mother-of-Pearl Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2483 Comes With Pouch Only Date 2015 RRP £6,200 Including taxes / $6,600 Excluding taxes / €7,200 Including taxes Model VCARA36300 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold...
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2010s French Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unique Round Pearl Ring with Diamonds in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
This stunning 18K white gold pearl and diamond ring is a versatile piece that complements any style. It's ideal for everyday wea...
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2010s Singaporean Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cyntia Miglio Baroque Pearl Collar
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The most sophisticated collar with beautiful grey iridescent asymmetric baroque pearls. Beautifully on it's own or layered with other necklaces. - Made to order - Option of 16" a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modernist Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

White Pearls, Diamonds, Rubies, Platinum 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, Ruby, Platinum

Antique Champagne Diamond Turquoise and Pearl Gold Ring
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Indulge in the opulent allure of this antique 14 karat gold ring, a masterpiece of elegance and sophistication. Around the center, button-shaped turquoise stones glitter, radiating a...
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Early 20th Century European Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Gold

Yellow Gold Sapphire Pearl Edwardian Bar Brooch - 10k Round .72ctw Antique Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Edwardian Date: 1900s - 1910s Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphires Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .72ctw Cut: Round Color: Blue Natural Pearls T...
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21st Century and Contemporary Edwardian Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian 15K Gold Pearl and Diamond Floral Star Brooch and Pendant
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Edwardian pearl, diamond, and yellow gold brooch and pendant, comprising one old European cut diamond, and seventy-four half seed pearl, set in 15 karat yellow gold, with 15 karat yellow gold pin and fittings. This beautiful Edwardian brooch and pendant is set to the centre with a sparkling old European cut diamond, held aloft within a claw setting. The diamond is bright, white, and sparkly. Petals of gold, set with seed pearls, branch from the diamond, creating a central flower, raised above the rest of the brooch. The flower resides above a 6-rayed star, adorned with seed pearls, the slender rays interspersed with pearl set foliate tendrils. The piece is complete with a pendant hook, safety clasp, and removable brooch pin in yellow gold, allowing the piece to be worn multiple ways. It is likely this piece would have been purchased alongside an Edwardian pearl necklace...
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Déco Ring With Diamonds And Pearls Circa 1920's
Located in Firenze, IT
Art Déco ring with diamonds and pearls, yellow gold, platinum. Marquise-shaped, millegriffes-set with old- and rose-cut diamonds (total approx. 0.38 ct). Bezel-set with two old-cut d...
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1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Art Nouveau Aquamarine & Pearl Brooch Set in Silver & Gold - France - Circa 1900
Located in Chatham, CA
Art Nouveau Aquamarine and pearl brooch set in silver and gold - featuring a bezel set emerald shape Aquamarine to the center (approx. 4.02...
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Art Nouveau 18K Gold Diamond Emerald Natural Pearl Brooch Pendant Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
Antique Art Nouveau brooch pendant necklace lavaliere in 18 K matte YG with an openwork scrolled foliate center set with rose cut diamonds, natural grass green emerald and suspendin...
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Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Long 36 inches 13-10mm South Sea Pearl Diamond Round Gold Clasp Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
A Perfect 36-inch long strand of High lustrous Tahitian South Sea Pearls of 13 to 10 mm, Hardly with any blemishes. A multicolor dance of black, Dark Gray, and peacock Genuine pearls...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold

Jadau Earring 0692
Located in New York, NY
These stunning earrings capture the timeless beauty of precious gemstones, crafted with exceptional artistry and attention to detail. The focal point of these earrings is the vibrant...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, 24k Gold

Antique Victorian 9K Rose Gold and Silver Ruby, Diamond and Pearl Insect Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique gold, silver, ruby, diamond, and pearl brooch, comprising one round cut ruby, twenty-six diamonds, and two pearls, set in silver, to an 9 karat rose gold bar and fittings....
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Mikimoto 14k Yellow Gold Pearl Cuff Links
Located in Honolulu, HI
Details: Designer: Mikimoto Style: Cuff Links Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 10.7 Grams Stamped: "K14" "M" Pearl Diameter: ~6.7 mm Front Measurements: 13 mm x 11 mm ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9K Gold Horseshoe Pendant with Pearls and Diamonds
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This gorgeous antique pendant is a stunning example of fine craftsmanship and elegant design of the 19th century, crafted in 9 carat gold and created in the shape of a horseshoe. T...
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19th Century European Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold

Natural Baroque Pealr Earring Hooks - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
Wearing these earrings, you’ll find yourself entwined in a dance between history and modernity, draped in a delicate veil of ancient allure and contemporary grace. They transport you...
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2010s American Artisan Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Natural Pearl, 22k Gold, Gold Plate

Antique Edwardian Peruzzi Mine Cut Diamond Platinum Pearl Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Winter Springs, FL
Beautiful original Edwardian earrings crafted in platinum and set with approximately 1cttw in G-I color Vs1-2 clarity Peruzzi and mine cut diamonds. Pearls measure 5.50mm at the top ...
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20th Century Edwardian Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Nina Zhou Turquoise Diamond Blossom and 12-13mm Pearl Convertible Drop Earrings
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Discover the enchanting allure of Nina Zhou's Turquoise Diamond Blossom and 12-13mm Pearl Convertible Drop Earrings, exquisitely crafted in 18k yellow gold. Each earring features tur...
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2010s American Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Pearl, 18k Gold

Pearl and Diamond Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
Elegant pearl earrings, each with a 1 carat round brilliant diamond. One diamond is GIA rated as F color and VS2 quality. The other is E color and SI 1 quality. The GIA certification...
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Late 20th Century Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

A.Jeschel Luxury Long Pearl and Amethyst necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Elegance personified! This stunning one-of-a-kind long pearl necklace is hand-knotted with silk and measures 32 inches in length. It features lustrous pearls that shimmer in the ligh...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Women's Chanel Pearl Necklace 58'' Length
Located in New York, NY
Brand Chanel Pearl Chain Big Pearl 25mm Made in France Chain Length 58'' Long Chain Weight 180.7gr Condition Excellent Comes with Chanel Necklace Box
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21st Century and Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl

Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold Turquoise and Pearl Swallow Cloak Pin
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian turquoise, pearl, and yellow gold pair of pins, comprising twelve round half seed pearls, and twelve round turquoise cabochons, set in 15 karat yellow gold, with 15 karat...
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1890s Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J intricately Woven Pearl Sautoir with Pearl Tassels Diamond rondales
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The combination of 1mm and 6mm glistening flawless pearls, creates an elegant lace like design that is exclusive to the Marina J. collection. The tassels start with a three quarter o...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Silver

Natural Emerald and Pearl Vintage Style Floral Cluster Pendant in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Crafted from yellow gold in a prong setting, this elegant vintage-style floral pendant is embellished with six exquisite round pearls, each resembling delicate petals. Nestled betwe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel 18k Yellow Gold Black Enamel Three Pearl Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel wide band ring in 18k yellow gold, the front applied with black enamel and accented by three bezel-set cultured pearls, with perlee beaded...
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1980s French Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18K Yellow Gold Mobe Pearl Button Earrings #17520
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18K Yellow Gold Mobe Pearl Earrings  Omega back earrings with mobe pearl and aztec design in 18K yellow gold. Hallmark: 750 GOI38 750AI Italy Weight: 13.3 g/ 8.6 dwt. Size: 18.3 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Yvel Baroque Pearl Diamond Clip Earrings
By Yvel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Yvel clip earrings, featuring natural baroque freshwater pearls accented by champagne-colored brilliant-cut diamonds pave-set in 18 karat yellow gold. Four natural freshwater baroqu...
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2010s Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Antique Art Nouveau 14K Gold Matte Enamel Seed Pearl & Leaf Wreath Brooch Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
This beautiful antique brooch/pin was crafted during the art nouveau era in solid 14k yellow gold and features a lovely leaf circle wreath design. The wreath is adorned with beautifu...
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1910s Art Nouveau Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

Vintage Pearl and Diamond Omega Back Earrings 14K Gold
Located in Addison, TX
Step back in time with these vintage 1980's diamond and pearl earrings, exuding timeless elegance and sophistication. Crafted with exquisite attention to detail, each earring feature...
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1980s Vintage Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Large Antique Victorian 9K Gold Pearl and Blue Enamel Star Engraved Oval Locket
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique, seed pearl, blue enamel, and yellow gold locket, comprising nine seed pearls, within a blue enamel star, in 9 karat yellow gold. The locket is a large, statement size. ...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Bvlgari Diamond Pearl 18K Gold Bulgari Circle Drop Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Adore this delightful Bvlgari Diamond Gold Necklace. This Diamond pearl Diamond Drop necklace is crafted in 18-karat white gold, with square and circular diamond motifs.  The gleami...
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1990s Italian Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Vintage Victorian Gold and Seed Pearl Antique Locket Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Victorian Antique Gold and Seed Pearl Locket. Beautifully Hand crafted with Scroll work in 14K Yellow Gold Locket. Hand set with Se...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

19th Century Fine Pearls Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Badge Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark. This authentic 19th-century ring features a crest-like motif adorned with 6 pearly white oriental half-pearls and a small rose-cut diamond...
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Elizabeth Locke 19k Yellow Gold Akoya Pearl Link Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Elizabeth Locke necklace in 19 karat yellow gold, featuring twenty-three 8-8.5mm cultured Akoya pearls with polished gold connecting links as well as hammered finish gold end caps on...
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2010s Thai Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearls 18 Karat Yellow Gold Strand Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
This pearl necklace is a true emblem of refinement and elegance, perfect for adding a touch of class to any wardrobe. Made with high-quality pearls, this necklace is an example of ex...
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1990s Italian Artisan Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mother-of-Pearl Diamond Tsavorite 18k White Gold Rose Flower Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely rose ready to be worn This beautiful ring features lustrous Mother-of-Pearl formed as rose petals along with 1.11 carats of round brilliant-cut diamonds which lines the flow...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold

White Black Diamond Emerald Blue Sapphire Ruby Pearl Yellow Gold Drop 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

Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, F...

Antique Pin Brooch Pearl, 1900
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Fine Antique Pin Brooch with a Natural Pearl. Created around 1900. Back in the day such pin/brooches were used to transmit a message, a way of telling a m...
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Early 1900s Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl

South Sea Pearl 7.00ct Diamond Gold Flower Pin/Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning 18k yellow and white gold flower pin / pendant. The pin is centered with lovely south sea pearl. The pearl is accentuated by sparkling round and princess cut diamo...
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20th Century Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Natural Ruby Pearl Heart Ribbon Vintage Style Dangle Earrings in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Each earring is adorned with red rubies and white pearls, boasting a heart-shaped design symbolizing love and affection. Adorning the top of each heart is a bow encrusted with white ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jadau Earring 0120
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite pair of jadau earrings, meticulously crafted with a perfect blend of elegance and charm. These earrings feature a stunning combination of pink and green ena...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

Jadau Earring 0120
Jadau Earring 0120
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Antique 15K Yellow Gold Emerald, Ruby and Pearl Swallow Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique ruby, emerald, pearl, and yellow gold brooch, formed in the shape of a swallow, comprising one ruby cabochon, nine round cut emeralds, and thirty-three seed pearls, set in...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Pearl Jewelry

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Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow 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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