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1.50ct Diamond and Natural Pearl Drop Earrings 18K White Gold
Located in London, GB
Magnificent pair of one such piece of drop shaped natural pearl and round brilliant diamonds in
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Large White Natural Pearls Circle Round Hoop Retro Pierced Drop Gold Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
Very high quality and 100% handmade. High cost. Excellent gift for lady. Natural pearls, each one
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2010s British Art Deco Dangle Earrings

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Natural Pearl, Gold Plate

Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Pearl and Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful & delicate Vintage 18K Yellow Gold, Natural Pearl & Rose Cut Diamond Ring with a Hallmark
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Art Deco Superb Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklace
Located in Aspen, CO
is carved carnelian, turquoise, pale and dark blue enamel, natural pearls and lapis and carnelian
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Drop Necklaces

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Carnelian, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

Natural Pearl and Diamond Bracelet in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
This elegant and timeless bracelet in 18 karat white gold is set with 5 natural pearl buttons from
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

23k Gold and Diamond Polki Jhumki Earring Pair With Natural pearls and ruby
Located in Delhi, DL
Diamond Shape: Uncut diamonds Other gemstones- Natural pearls and ruby Jewel style- Thappa Jewellery
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2010s Indian Art Deco Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold

23k Gold and Diamond Polki Jhumki Earring Pair With Natural pearls ruby emerald
Located in Delhi, DL
Diamond Shape: Uncut diamonds Other gemstones- Natural pearls and ruby Jewel style- Thappa Jewellery
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2010s Indian Art Deco Chandelier Earrings

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold

Pearl Natural Montana Sapphire Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
natural seed pearls and all natural bright blue Montana Sapphires. 18 round bright blue Sapphires
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1920s Natural Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Platinum Daisy Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
splendid daisy ring is decorated on its top of a natural pearl certified by the French laboratory of
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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

Art Deco Pearl and Old Cut Diamond Bow Pin Brooch in Platinum and Gold
Located in London, England
A truly beautiful Art Deco diamond and natural pearl bow brooch set in gold and platinum. The
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Tiffany Co Gem Set Negligee Necklace
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Stunning Art Deco platinum, diamond, pearl and gem set negligee necklace by Tiffany & Co. The
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Deco Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Platinum

J. E. Caldwell Art Deco Baroque Pearl Diamond Platinum Gold Hat Stick Pin, 1910s
By J.E. Caldwell Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exquisite hat stick pin created by J. E. Caldwell in the 1910's. It features a natural baroque
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Vintage 1910s American Brooches

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Graduated Natural Pearl Necklace with Diamond Clasp
Located in Toronto, ON
Graduated natural pearl Necklace, Diamond and Sapphire clasp, C.1920. The Necklace comprising 134
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Early 20th Century Art Deco More Necklaces

Sasportas 1920 Paris Art Deco Buddha Pendant Platinum with Diamonds Amethyst
Located in Miami, FL
French Art-Deco period, circa 1920. Designed with a very conceptual and symbolic thoughts that shows the
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Vintage 1910s French Art Deco More Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Natural 12.61 Carats Turquoise, Pearls and Diamond Earring Studs
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
A very unique pair of modern, yet art-deco looking 12.61 carat Turquoise studs surrounded with
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

1920s Diamond Seed Pearl Platinum 14 Karat White Gold Tassel Drop Deco Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring numerous chain tassels of various lengths terminating in a seed pearl Descending from a
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum

12mm Golden South Sea Pearl and Natural Diamonds ring
Located in Singapore, SG
This stunning AAA-quality 12mm Golden South Sea Pearls boast a brilliant 18-karat gold shade, an
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21st Century and Contemporary Singaporean Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

65.00ct. Sapphire, 7.71ct. Natural Diamonds, 20.2 Carat Pearl Choker
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
diamond cluster was adapted so that it could be worn as the clasp of a seven-stranded pearl choker
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2010s Israeli Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Important Diamond Pearl Platinum Earrings
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Art Deco Diamond & Pearl; South Sea Pearl Dangle Earrings. 5 carats of Old European Cut diamonds
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Platinum Double Row Pearl Necklace with Natural Diamond and Sapphire Clasp
Located in Baltimore, MD
Platinum Double Row Pearl Necklace with Natural Diamond and Sapphire Clasp Metal: Platinum Weight
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum

Diamond Pearl Antique Earrings
Located in Trumbull, CT
Diamond and Pearl and Earring is Antique Earrings with Non Pierce Type with screw back. The
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco More Earrings

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Cartier Egyptian Revival Art Deco Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
A marriage of ancient Egyptian artifacts and streamlined Art Deco style, this necklace by the
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20th Century French Egyptian Revival Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Natural Pearl, Quartz, Platinum

Pearl Sapphire Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Marcus Co.
Located in Miami, FL
genuine round cut natural sapphire approx. 0.30 ct, and is accented with 11 genuine seed pearls approx
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Drop Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum

9.5mm Intense Gold South Sea Pearl Earring with Natural Diamonds enhance
Located in Singapore, SG
These stunning 9.5mm Golden South Sea Pearls boast a golden shade, are fully round with high luster
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21st Century and Contemporary Singaporean Art Deco Stud Earrings

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Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold

SHREVE CO. Art Deco Diamond Platinum Charm Bracelet
By Shreve Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Whimsical 1930s Art Deco Charm Bracelet, having 8 Charms set with Rose cut Diamonds, Sapphires and
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Vintage 1930s American Charm Bracelets

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Diamond, Onyx, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum

10.8 mm South Sea Pearl Earring with Natural Diamonds in 18K gold
Located in Singapore, SG
Features : Type of Pearl - Cultured Burma South Sea Pearl Color - Gold Color Luster - Excellent
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21st Century and Contemporary Singaporean Art Deco Drop Earrings

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Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Pendant with Scarab Beetle Gold Mounted, Art Deco Period 1920-1930
Located in Paris, FR
pectoral found in Tutankhamen's tomb. Art deco period. Circa 1920-1930. Gold 14 carats.
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Brooches

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Emerald, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Silver

Catherine Natural Oval Blue Topaz with Pearl Pendant in 9K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
gift for someone you love or yourself! Information Style: Art Deco Metal: 9K Rose Gold Width: 10 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

10.3mm AAA Golden South Sea Pearl Pendant with Natural Diamonds in 18k gold
Located in Singapore, SG
understanding and respect for our pricing decision. Golden South Sea Pearl Pendant with Natural Diamonds in 18k
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21st Century and Contemporary Singaporean Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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

Natural 1.95 Carat Diamond Pearl Open Work Floral 18-Karat Necklace In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Natural 1.95 Carat Diamond & Pearl 18 Karat Open Work Floral Necklace This is a one-of-a-kind and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Drop Necklaces

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

Cartier Platinum Seed Pearl Enamel Pocket Watch Pendant Necklace, 1920s
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An elegant and chic Cartier Art Deco Platinum, Enamel and Seed Pearl Watch Pendant Necklace
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Natural White Irregular Pearls Rectangle Circle Pendant Hoop Drop Gold Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
Natural White Irregular Pearls Rectangle Circle Pendant Hoop Drop Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone
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2010s British Art Deco Dangle Earrings

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Gold Plate

Natural White Irregular Pearls Rectangle Circle Pendant Hoop Drop Gold Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
Natural White Irregular Pearls Rectangle Circle Pendant Hoop Drop Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone
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2010s British Art Deco Dangle Earrings

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Gold Plate

Natural Zambian Carved Emerald and South Sea Pearl Earrings Set in 18K Gold
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
These are a pair of natural 17 carats, hand-carved, Zambian Emeralds with pair of South Sea Pearls
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Dangle Earrings

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Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Natural White Irregular Cluster Pearls Tassel Conch Shell Gold Pierced Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
Natural White Irregular Cluster Pearls Tassel Conch Shell Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone, Swarovski
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Chandelier Earrings

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Gold Plate

Natural White Irregular Cluster Pearls Tassel Conch Shell Gold Pierced Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
Natural White Irregular Cluster Pearls Tassel Conch Shell Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone, Swarovski
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Chandelier Earrings

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Gold Plate

Cluster Natural White Irregular Pearls Rectangle Gold Half Hoop Pierced Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
Excellent gift for lady. Very high cost and quality. 100% handmade. Material: Natural pearls, Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Hoop Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Cluster Natural White Irregular Pearls Rectangle Gold Half Hoop Pierced Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
Excellent gift for lady. Very high cost and quality. 100% handmade. Material: Natural pearls, Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Hoop Earrings

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Gold Plate

Gold, Cultured Pearl, Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Gold, Cultured Pearl, Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Bangle Bracelet 18 kt., composed of double rows of
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Early 2000s Italian Art Deco Bangles

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Natural Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

Australian Pearl Ruby Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
of Diamonds. This ring has South Sea (Australian) Pearl. Size ITA: 11 Size USA: 5 3/4 We're a
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 14k...

Large White Natural Pearls Circle Round Hoop Retro Pierced Drop Gold Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
Very high quality and 100% handmade. High cost. Excellent gift for lady. Natural pearls, each one
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2010s British Art Deco Dangle Earrings

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Gold Plate

Natural White Irregular Cluster Pearls Tassel Conch Shell Gold Clip On Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
Natural White Irregular Cluster Pearls Tassel Conch Shell Clip On Earrings, Gold Tone, Swarovski
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Drop Earrings

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Gold Plate

Natural White Irregular Cluster Pearls Tassel Conch Shell Gold Clip On Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
Natural White Irregular Cluster Pearls Tassel Conch Shell Clip On Earrings, Gold Tone, Swarovski
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Drop Earrings

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Gold Plate

1.09 Carats, Natural Blue Sapphire, Mother of Pearl Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous Blue Sapphire & Mother of Pearl Cocktail Ring set in 18K Gold & Diamonds. The
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2010s Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Conch Pearl and Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Banbury, GB
round set in a diamond cluster at the top. Between the two there is a diamond set bar with an art deco
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pearl and Diamond Choker Necklace and Bracelet Set, Topaz Center
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Art Deco, 18 karat white gold, pearl, blue topaz and diamond collar necklace and bracelet set. The
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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

Victorian Sapphire Pearl Pendant Antique Original from 1907 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Dearborn, MI
Walter Cashmore. This Antique Pendant Features Old Cut natural Blue Sapphire and Lustrous Seed pearls
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Antique Early 1900s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

French 1930s Pearl Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Platinum Dangle Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
. Our opinion : These antique Art Deco earrings are absolutely timeless, very elegant and very easy to
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dangle Earrings

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

0.28 Carat White Diamond 510.0 Carat Australian Pearl White Gold Beaded Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Necklace has 510.00 Carats of Australian Pearls. The Diameter of the
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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

0.28 Carat White Diamond 510.0 Carat Australian Pearl White Gold Beaded Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Necklace has 510.00 Carats of Australian Pearls. The Diameter of the
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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

0.28 Carat White Diamond 510.0 Carat Australian Pearl White Gold Beaded Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Necklace has 510.00 Carats of Australian Pearls. The Diameter of the
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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

Pair of 14 Carat Gold Lotus Earrings with Diamond, Pearls and Black Enamel
By Steltman
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Art Deco style, which clearly derived inspiration from China. In those years the interest in
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Early 2000s Dutch Art Deco Stud Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

925 Sterling Silver Natural Tanzanite 5.5mm Round Faceted Cut Studs Earrings
Located in New York, NY
only sell natural, untreated Tanzanite stones. Our gems are 100 percent genuine and natural, offering
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Stud Earrings

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Pearl, Tanzanite, Rose Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

MAUBOUSSIN Diamond Necklace
By Mauboussin
Located in Firenze, IT
design set in the center with a round natural pearl, mounted in platinum (pendant may also be worn as a
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Rose South Sea Waves Ring
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
18 Karat Rose Gold Genuine South Sea Pearl & Natural Diamonds 13 MM South Sea Pearl 0.25 CTW
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

18k gold antique three-leaf clover ring - floral Napoleon III ring - Victorian
Located in Antwerp, BE
. This marvellous floral ring is made in 18 K rose gold and decorated with small pearls and turquoise
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Signet Rings

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Natural Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Platinum Art Deco Natural Pearl and Diamond Panel Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
A stunning example of an Art Deco Panel Ring. Set in platinum with a central exquisite quality
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

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Art Deco Natural Pearl For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact art deco natural pearl you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 380 vintage or 25 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect art deco natural pearl may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic art deco natural pearl over the years, but those made by Cartier, Intini Jewels and Gregory Mikaelian Sons, Inc. are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also old european cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. When shopping for an art deco natural pearl, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Art Deco Natural Pearl?

On average, an art deco natural pearl at 1stDibs sells for $7,099, while they’re typically $62 on the low end and $375,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

A Close Look at Art-deco Jewelry

Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.

The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.

However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)

While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.

Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.

A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.

Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other jewelry on 1stDibs.

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.