Certified Natural Pearls
Early 2000s Bahraini Fashion Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Bahraini Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unknown Cluster Rings
Mid-20th Century More Jewelry
Natural Pearl
20th Century Art Deco Drop Earrings
Pearl, Natural Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Bahraini Fashion Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
2010s Bahraini Drop Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
2010s Bahraini Cufflinks
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Bahraini Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Swiss Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s Bahraini Dangle Earrings
Natural Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Clip-on Earrings
Natural Pearl, White Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Bahraini Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 22k Gold
Early 2000s Bahraini Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Bahraini Cufflinks
Amber, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Bahraini Cufflinks
Amber, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Bahraini Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl
Early 20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum, Yellow Gold
2010s Bahraini Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Bahraini Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Bahraini Drop Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Bahraini Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
2010s Bahraini Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
2010s Bahraini Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
2010s Bahraini Fashion Rings
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Bahraini Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Mid-20th Century More Jewelry
Natural Pearl
Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
2010s Belgian Contemporary Band Rings
Lapis Lazuli, Natural Pearl, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings
Jade, Natural Pearl, Quartz, Yellow Gold
2010s Israeli Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Israeli Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Black Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Moonstone, Natural Pearl, Opal, Pearl, ...
2010s British More Rings
White Diamond, Platinum
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cluster Rings
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Natural Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Unknown Modern Cluster Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, White Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Natural Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Drop Earrings
Diamond, Jade, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century Bangles
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
20th Century American Art Deco More Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
Vintage 1930s French Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Russian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl
Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Drop Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
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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.








