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Gemstone: Pearl
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Hedges & Co 1905 Art Nouveau Pansy Flowers Stud Earrings In 14Kt Gold With Pearl
By A. J. Hedges & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Art nouveau Pansy flower earrings designed by A.J. Hedge & Co. Beautiful colorful pair of earrings, created in America during the Edwardian and the Art Nouveau periods, back in the ...
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Natural Pearl, Pearl, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Marina J. All Pearl Chandelier Earrings with 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous pair of chandelier handmade earrings by Marina J. This lovely pair feature high luster white Pearls that display beautiful hues of different colors when hit with light. A la...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Christian Dior Mise En Dior Tribal Crystal Clover, Star and Faux Pearl Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Christian Dior Mise En Dior Tribal Crystal and faux pearl earrings.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Crystal, Pearl, Gold, Gilt Metal

Diamond South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings 0.37 Carats 11-12 MM 18 Karat Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat rose gold drop earrings featuring two South Sea Pearls measuring 11-12 MM and 42 round brilliants weighing 0.37 Carats. Color G-H Clarity SI Available in white & yellow gol...
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2010s Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Diamond Chain Drop South Sea Pearl Earrings 0.65 Carats 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
14 Karat Yellow gold chain drop earrings with 16 round brilliants weighing 0.65 carats and two South Sea Pearls measuring 9-10 MM. Color G Cla...
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2010s Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Yellow Gold

10K White Gold Cultured Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Accent Drop Huggy Earring
Located in New York, NY
Introducing a captivating masterpiece for women who seek elegance and sophistication. These exquisite pearl drop earrings feature a dazzling array of 12 round diamonds accented. The ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, White Gold, 10k Gold

Pearls and Diamonds Chain Choker Necklace, 18k Gold
Located in Nicosia, CY
An array of dangling freshwater pearls in various sizes accentuated by glimmering natural diamonds hanging from a delicate chain fitted closely around the neck. A modern take on th...
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2010s European Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Origami Link No. 5 Mother of Pearl and Diamond Grande Earrings 18k Gold
Located in Bangkok, 10
Origami Link No. 5 Mother of Pearl and Diamond 0.50 carat Grande Earrings 18k Gold Width: 2.0 cm Length: 3.0 cm With merely 5 simple folds, the starting point for Link No.5 was a ...
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2010s Thai Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl

5mm Round Cultured Freshwater White Pearl 9k Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Birmingham, GB
Round Cultured White Pearl 9k Yellow Gold Earring Studs. Beautiful 5mm matching pair of round pearls with excellent lustre, shape and colour. Set in lightweight 9k yellow gold stu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

@Eliania Rosetti earrings in 18k gold, freshwater pearls and 1.07 carat diamonds
Located in Cascais, Lisboa
Introducing Fringe Earrings in Gold with White Sapphires and Freshwater Pearls - an irresistible combination of luxury, elegance and timeless charm. These unique jewels are true wor...
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2010s Portuguese Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold

Pearl Dangle Earrings with Diamond and Sapphire in 14k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
Get ready to spellbind in these exceptionally beautiful dangle earrings. Expertly crafted with sapphire, emerald pearl and diamonds, this timeless design is set in 14K white gold. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Folded Ribbon Earrings with Oversized Baroque Pearls
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Folded Ribbon Earrings are designed to pay homage to the ancient tradition of tying ribbons and cloths to trees in Anatolia. This practice, known as "wish-making," is rooted in the b...
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2010s North American Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Melo Melo Natural Pearl Oval 12.03 Carats
Located in Préverenges, VD
Beautiful and rare oval drop shape natural pearl Melo with fantastic deep orange natural colour. This magnificent pearl was found in a sea snail MeloMelo which habitat area is from South East Asia. That natural pearl growth 1mm each year and its size is Ø 11x13,29 mm. That means this Melo has been inside sea snail for more than 11 years. Melo pearls...
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2010s Swiss Art Nouveau Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Natural Pearl

LB Stunning large Aquamarine Large white Baroque Pearls Sterling Silver necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Stunning necklace with Large Blue Aquamarine faceted beads, luscious large White Baroque Freshwater Pearls, faceted pyrite spacer beads, Sterling Silver v...
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2010s American Artisan Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, Sterling Silver

Mini Flower Peridot Necklace
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
All designs by Vintouch Jewels are always symbolic, which is why they make such great gifts. Made in Italy from 18-karat gold-plated silver, this delicate ...
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2010s Italian Artisan Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Peridot, Vermeil, Palladium, Sterling Silver

1.20 Carat Vs G Diamonds on 18 Carat Rose Gold with Mother of Pearl Pendant
Located in Milano, MI
This wonderful Leo Milano pendant from our Isola collection shows in every detail a very complicate yet perfectly done workmanship. The pendant and the chai...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold

Sorab & Roshi Peridot Dangle Earrings with Aqua, Pearl & Kocholong
Located in Greenwich, CT
A pair of faceted Peridot Earring with pearl top and posts with a faceted aqua bead chain & gray pearl accent & a round Kocholong bead dangle. Set in 18 karat yellow gold, signed Sor...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

M. Fitaihi Designed Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Jeddah, SA
18k gold ring Gold: 6g TDW: 1.62Ct circular cut, purity SI, and color GH Pearl 2 Ct
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2010s Spanish Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

18 Karat White Gold Diamond Ribbon South Sea Pearl Earrings .057 Carats
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat White Gold drop earrings featuring a diamond ribbon motif containing 52 diamonds weighing 0.57 carats and two South Sea Pearls measuring 12-13 MM. Color G-H Clarity SI Custo...
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2010s Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

18 Karat Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Golden South Sea Pearl Earrings 5.02 Cttw
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold drop earrings featuring 8 Oval shape Sapphires weighing 4.68 Carats with 10 diamonds, 0.34 Carats, and two Golden South Sea Pearls measuring 13-14 MM. Can custo...
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2010s Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Baroque Pearls and Diamonds Earrings, by Michelle Massoura
Located in Nicosia, CY
These stunning earrings feature baroque pearls and glimmering bezel set diamonds. Their slim hook design ensures they are easy to slip on and comfortable to wear. Due to the organic ...
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2010s European Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Sapphire Amethyst South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings 5 Carats 18 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat White Gold dome drop earrings featuring number Sapphires, 2.20 Carats, Amethyst & Rhodolite weighing 2.80 Carats and two white South Sea Pearls measuring 12-13 MM. Customiz...
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2010s Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings 0.61 Carats 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold drop earrings featuring 38 round brilliants weighing 0.61 carats and two South Sea Pearls measuring 12-13 MM. Color G-H Clarity SI Earrings available in differe...
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2010s Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Amy Roper Lyons 18 Karat Gold & Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of Amy Roper Lyons 18k gold earrings. In 18k yellow gold. By Amy Roper Lyons. With a donut shape in center and a half circle bar that s...
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20th Century American Artisan Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

White Akoya Pearl Gold Platinum Diamond Earrings 'E229'
Located in City, SG
Two Flowing 18K Gold Platinum Diamond Lines support 8.75mm White Akoya Pearls. Versatile and lightweight for longer periods of wear time, perfect fo...
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2010s Japanese Artisan Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Platinum

18 Karat Wave White Gold Earring with Vs-Gh Diamonds and White Pearl
By Hueb
Located in New York, NY
Capturing the mesmerizing movements of the south Atlantic Ocean, as it dips and caresses the Brazilian shoreline. the Wave collection showcases jewelry that features iridescent nuanc...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

18 Karat Apus Yellow Gold Earring With Vs-Gh Diamonds And Golden Colour Pearl
By Hueb
Located in New York, NY
Drawing inspiration from the flamboyance of tropical birds and their colorful plumage, this collection showcases jewelry that makes way for self-expression. Featuring curving lines a...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Scott Keating "Oval Viewpoint" 18K White Gold Diamond Pearl Earrings
Located in Kirkwood, MO
Scott Keating "Oval Viewpoint" 18K White Gold Diamond Pearl Earrings. The ovals are 24.54 mm X 16.53 mm. There are 4 full cut round brilliant diamonds of VS clarity and G color, cha...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ouroboros Rhodochrosite and Mother of Pearl Set in 18 Karat Gold
Located in London, GB
OUROBOROS' "High Noon," rhodochrosite and mother of pearl set in 18kt gold on a handmade 18kt gold chain. There are four chain options, all are handmade, 36" long and come in 18kt y...
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2010s British Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Brilliant Cut Diamond Australian Sea Pearl White Gold Pendant
Located in Marcianise, CE, IT
Beautiful Italian brilliant cut diamond (2.57 carats), Australian sea pearl (20.62 carats) and 18 carats white gold (18.8 grams) pendan twith chain. The ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Alex Jona Burnished Sterling Silver Pearl Woven Plissé Bracelet
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, sterling silver woven Plissé bracelet centering a fresh water white pearl. Marked Alex Jona. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Victoria Pearls Lariat Necklace
Located in Monrovia, CA
The Victoria necklace. V shaped chain necklace adorned with freshwater pearls and a large unique shape baroque pearl provides a dramatic statement to...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 24k Gold, Brass

Shell and Pearl Dangling Earrings
Located in Monrovia, CA
This is for a pair of earrings. Inspired by the ocean, by the cool summer breeze and for that tropical vacays we all want to take. A vintage multi-pastel color shell is the heart of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Brass

Abyss Sterling Raspberry Silver Sheen Sapphire Pearl Neckace by TIN HAUS
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Raspberry Silver Sheen Sapphire Pearl Abyss Necklace is a sculptural, one-of-a-kind statement piece that is emblematic of the ephemeral forms of nature. The perfect choker necklace that is not too snug and not too long, making you feel stylish and comfortable all day long! - One-of-a-Kind - Sterling Silver - 17" Sterling Silver Heavy Curb Chain...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Silver

Abyss 14K Sterling Silver Black Sapphire Pearl Necklace by TIN HAUS
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Black Sapphire Pearl Abyss Necklace is a modern, one-of-a-kind statement piece that is emblematic of the cosmos. The perfect choker necklace that is not too snug and not too long, making you feel comfortable all day long! - One-of-a-Kind - Pendant measures 1"H x 1.25"L - 17.5" Diamond Cut Heavy Curb Chain...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage Fresh Water Pearl Single Strand Necklace, Silver Clasp
Located in New York, NY
This marvelous Vintage Fresh Water Pearl Single Strand Necklace Length 16", Silver Clasp measuring approx. 6 to 6.5 mm Cream to white c...
Category

2010s Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Silver

14k Gold Bird on Branch Ring. Sapphires and Carved Mother of Pearl ring!
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold bird on branch ring with natural sapphires and carved mother of pearl flowers. September birthstone. Metal: 14k solid gold (gold color you can choose) Weight: 2.45 g...
Category

2010s Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold

11.0mm Pearl & Cubic Zirconia Sterling Silver Art Deco Aurora Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This simple but elegant freshwater pearl ring has classic appeal but with a contemporary twist. It features a double twisted row of 0.75 carat of the highest quality round brillian...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Trio Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold by Allison Bryan
Located in London, GB
Featuring our signature Paper texture on three tiny disc pendants, the trio necklace is crafted in solid 18-carat yellow gold. The pendants are strung on a delicate 16-inch 18-carat ...
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2010s British Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Di...

Black Pearl Pendant, Round w Sterling Silver Box Chain, 18 Inches
Located in Austin, TX
This necklace is great to wear because of it’s simplicity and beauty. The 12 millimeter mother-of-pearl round bead is full drilled and is perfectly paired with a mirror baby box chai...
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2010s American Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, Sterling Silver, Silver

Glimmer and Shake Choker, with Pearls and Diamonds by Michelle Massoura
Located in Nicosia, CY
An array of dangling pearls in various sizes accentuated by glimmering diamonds hanging from a delicate chain fitted closely around the neck. A modern take on the classic pearl choke...
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2010s Cypriot Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Baroque Pearl and Diamonds Lariat Necklace, by Michelle Massoura
Located in Nicosia, CY
Our lariat necklace features a baroque drop shaped pearl suspended from a sparkly chain and accentuated by two glimmering diamonds. The simplicity in its...
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2010s Cypriot Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Chain adorned with German Glass Beads & Pearls, Entwine Necklace
Located in Monrovia, CA
Inspired by the Glam of the 1920s, the antique chain is detailed with beautiful filigree. The chain is adorned with 3 vintage German glass beads that are edged with 24K gold and fres...
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Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold-filled

14 Karat White Gold Mother of Pearl Stackable Ring Birthstone Ring, June
Located in Great neck, NY
Charming and Elusive Design - This stackable ring features a 14k gold band, a baguette shaped gorgeous pearl approximately 0.14 cts, and round diamonds approximately 0.09 cts, Measu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold, 14k Gold

Pearl with Brown Diamond and Diamond Earrings in 18K Gold by Kavant & Sharart
Located in Bangkok, TH
South Sea Pearl with Brown Diamond 0.88 carat and Diamond 0.08 carat Earrings set in 18 Karat Gold Settings by Kavant & Sharart Width: 1.7 cm Length: 4.6 cm Total Weight: 12.43 gra...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Pickleball Paddle Necklace with Akoya Pearl in Sterling Silver w Paperclip Chain
Located in Austin, TX
This Pickleball Paddle Necklace was handcrafted by our jewelers at Five Star Jewelry in Austin, Texas! We love pickleball and play almost everyday so...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver

Antique Mother-of-Pearl Gaming Counter in 18K Gold and Silver Pendant with Chain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pretty pendant features an antique, mother-of-pearl Chinese gambling counter dating back to the 18th Century. The square gaming counter with scalloped edges is set in a striking...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Other, Silver, Steel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Hearts Yellow Gold Ring with Vs Gh Diamonds and White Pearl
By Hueb
Located in New York, NY
Featuring elegant jewelry that makes extraordinary gifts,some of the pieces in the Bestow collection are embellished with brilliant diamonds, while others have been carefully laid wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Wedding Pearl Earrings w Diamonds in Floral Design, Wedding Dangle Earrings
Located in Austin, TX
These stunning pearl earrings are the perfect wedding day look or for a formal outfit! The simple elegance of the diamonds and drop pearl scream the perfect wedding day accessory or ...
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2010s American Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Freshwater Pearl Necklace, Yellow Gold, Pearl Strand
Located in Austin, TX
Every girl needs a strand of pearls before her jewelry collection is complete. These 18 inches of freshwater pearls are a great choice! And the well matched pearls with beautiful hin...
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2010s American Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Yellow Gold

Marina J. Blue Enamel Buckle with Woven Pearl Bracelet & Lapis Lazuli Beads 14K
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This delicate , yet strong and sturdy bracelet gracefully sits on the wrist. With an elegant and re-enforced weave of the finest white pearls accented by lapis lazuli faceted beads a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Pearl Jewelry

Materials

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

Anacaona Set of 3 Bangles w/Pearl Accent in 14k Gold Plated Brass
Located in Jackson Heights, NY
High polished bangle set perfect for stacking, this set is made from brass plated 14k gold. Two bangle are accented with bezel set lustrous freshwater pearl cabs, one is metal with...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate, Brass

Ammanii Hoop Earrings with Freshwater Pearls in Vermeil Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautifully handcrafted hoop earrings made from vermeil gold, sterling silver base with 18k yellow gold plating, in our signature satin finish adorned with Freshwater Pearls and high...
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2010s Egyptian Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Zircon, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

14k Yellow Gold & Mother of Pearl Station Bar Bracelet
Located in Great neck, NY
Quality Gemstone Bar Bracelet: Focused on design and detail, these beautiful colored gemstone bracelet of your choice features a station bar design and Is crafted of 14k yellow gold....
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Gold

14K Gold Triple Pearl Ring, Dainty Cable Ring with Tria Pearl 14k White Gold
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
14k Triple Pearl Ring - Dainty Cable Ring With Tria Pearl 14k White Gold created by hands from ring to the stone shapes. Good ideas of dainty ring or...
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2010s Turkish Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Gold Pearl Ring, 14K Gold Solitaire Pearl Ring
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
Dainty pearl ring 14K, minimal ring, stacking ring, pearl gold ring, tiny ring, stackable ring, delicate ring, promise ring, thin gold ring created by ...
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2010s Turkish Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Milagrosa Large Flame ball Pearl Earrings
Located in Monrovia, CA
A large white freshwater baroque flame ball pearl hangs on a gold plated Milagrosa earring post. Size & shape of pearls may vary slightly as they are natural pearls. Statement earrin...
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2010s American Contemporary Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled, Gold Plate

Pink Conch Pearl and Marquise Diamond and Round Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Conch pearl, the rarest and most expensive type of pearl in the world. A beautiful engagement ring made in white gold with conch pearl, high quality marquise diamonds and round diamo...
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2010s Hong Kong Modern Pearl Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White 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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