Certified Natural Pearls
20th Century Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Dangle Earrings
Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
2010s American Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique 1890s American Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1870s European Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Mid-20th Century Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique 1880s Art Nouveau Chain Bracelets
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Drop Earrings
White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Diamond, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Silver
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold,...
Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1910s Unknown Belle Époque Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, 15k Gold
Vintage 1910s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, White Gold, Platinum, Silver
Vintage 1960s Retro Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Bahraini Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Bahraini Contemporary Bridal Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Bahraini Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Bahraini Modern Bridal Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
20th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Bahraini Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s Indian Edwardian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Emerald, Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s Indian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Natural Pearl, Paraiba, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Drop Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Antique 1860s Victorian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
1990s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century Link Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Dangle Earrings
Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1910s British Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1760s Spanish Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Bahraini Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl
2010s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, 14k 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, there are natural pearls left. However, most have been harvested so they are extremely rare. Cultured pearls are still authentic pearls but more readily available. You’ll find a variety of pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Paspaley pearls are cultured — that is, the pearl-growing process is initiated by pearl farmers. Paspaley is known today as one of the finest suppliers of cultured pearls in the world. Shop a collection of genuine Paspaley pearl jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Depending on the size and quality, a natural pearl can be worth up to $1,500. In most cases, natural pearls are worth more than cultured pearls.








