22 Mm Pearls
Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Yellow Gold
1990s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Pearl, Diamond, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Beaded Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, Coral, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel, Steel
2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Tanzanite, 14k Gold
Recent Sales
2010s Greek Artisan Fashion Rings
Freshwater Pearl, Palladium, Rhodium, Silver
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s Dutch Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Vermeil
Vintage 1980s Revival Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
20th Century Brooches
Pearl, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1960s American Chain Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate
Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Lever-Back Earrings
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Stud Earrings
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold Plate
20th Century Fashion Rings
Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Pearl, Silver Plate
2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Gold
2010s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indonesian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold...
2010s Italian Contemporary Wrist Watches
Diamond, Pearl
2010s Italian Contemporary Wrist Watches
2010s French Contemporary Wrist Watches
Steel, Stainless Steel
Antique 1850s Unknown Victorian Dome Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Enamel, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
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2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold
Antique 19th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Blue Diamond
2010s British Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold...
Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Italian Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold
1990s Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold
1990s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary More Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
22 Mm Pearls For Sale on 1stDibs
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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.
- Are 6.5 mm pearls too small?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Whether 6.5 mm pearls are too small is a matter of personal preference. Generally, 6.5-millimeter pearls are among the smallest. They can make for an understated pair of pearl studs that works well for daily wear or a dainty strand of pearls. If you're looking to make a bolder statement, you may want to consider larger pearls, as the size typically goes up to 12 to 13 millimeters. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of pearl jewelry.











