1950 Pearl Rings
Vintage 1950s American Cluster Rings
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1950s British Modern Cluster Rings
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Vintage 1950s British Modern Cluster Rings
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Vintage 1950s British Modern Cluster Rings
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Cluster Rings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s American Modernist Engagement Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings
Coral, Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro More Rings
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage 1950s European Romantic Cocktail Rings
Jade, Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage 1950s Retro Fashion Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Go...
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings
Ruby, Sapphire, Pearl, Emerald, Diamond, Coral, Silver, Rose Gold, 9k Gold
Vintage 1950s Retro Fashion Rings
Amethyst, Coral, Black Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yel...
Vintage 1950s Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Topaz, 9k Gold, Ro...
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings
Agate, Carnelian, Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, White Gold, Silver
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Pearl, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage 1950s Retro Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 9k Gold, ...
Vintage 1950s British Modern Three-Stone Rings
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage 1950s Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s French Retro Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vintage 1950s French Modern Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Dome Rings
Onyx, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Dutch Three-Stone Rings
Pearl, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Topaz, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage 1950s Retro Fashion Rings
Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Sa...
Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Malachite, Onyx, Pearl, Tiger s Eye, 14k Gold
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Brooches
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings
Ruby, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Unknown Cocktail Rings
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1950s American Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1950s French Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Solitaire Rings
Vintage 1950s More Rings
Amethyst, 14k Gold
Vintage 1950s French Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s French Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Unknown Early Victorian Dome Rings
White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Danish Art Nouveau More Rings
Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Fashion Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Star Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s American Collectible Jewelry
Pearl, Gold
Vintage 1950s Italian Artist More Jewelry
Chalcedony, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Drop Necklaces
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Stone, Silver
Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Unknown Art Nouveau More Rings
Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1950s Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1950s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1950s Danish Modern More Rings
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s American Modernist Fashion Rings
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s Unknown Early Victorian Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold
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How Much are 1950 Pearl Rings?
The Legacy of Pearl in Jewelry Design
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.
Finding the Right Rings for You
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- How long does a pearl ring last?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022How long a pearl ring lasts depends on how well you care for it. Protecting your ring from chemicals and taking it off before you perform tasks like house cleaning can help to extend its life. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of pearl rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023What pearls symbolize in a wedding ring is a matter of personal opinion. Some people associate pearls with sincerity, so a wedding ring that features them may mean a person takes their vows seriously. Others believe pearls are a symbol of purity and innocence. Pearls may also represent being loyal to one's spouse or promising to live harmoniously with them. On 1stDibs, find a collection of pearl wedding rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The white pearl is a symbol of new beginnings, purity and innocence, making this natural gem ideal for bridal jewelry. While a pearl isn’t suited to an engagement ring because of its softness, it makes for a lovely cocktail ring, necklace or earrings. Shop a collection of authentic white pearl jewelry from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, pearls are good for engagement rings. Pearls symbolize loyalty, integrity, generosity, and purity which makes them a fitting choice for an engagement. However, pearls have a hardness of 2.5-3 on the Mohs scale, meaning they are easily scratched and not ideal for everyday wear.
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