Blister Pearl
Vintage 1960s Unknown Modern Brooches
Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts More Rings
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s British Modern Stud Earrings
Pearl, Gold
Mid-20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1910s Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Late 20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Bracelets
Chalcedony, Opal, Pearl, Peridot, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s American Drop Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Bracelets
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Brooches
Citrine, Pearl, 15k Gold
Antique 1880s Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold
1990s Unknown Artisan Link Bracelets
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Necklace Enhancers
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Band Rings
Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 2000s Canadian Solitaire Rings
Pearl, 14k Gold
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Beaded Bracelets
Sterling Silver
2010s Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau More Art
Ceramic, Stoneware
Vintage 1920s Japanese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Silver
1990s American Chain Bracelets
Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Late 20th Century American Artisan Fashion Rings
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, 9k Gold
Antique Late 18th Century Danish Drop Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Silver
Antique Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Citrine, Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Unknown Cocktail Rings
Diamond
2010s Australian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
Antique 1890s Unknown Late Victorian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century American Desk Accessories
Pearl, Garnet, Sterling Silver
1990s American Clip-on Earrings
Turquoise, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Edwardian Cluster Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Early 20th Century German Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Garnet, Pearl
2010s Australian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
2010s Australian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
2010s Australian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Oriental Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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.