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Naomi Sarna Diamond Pearl Labradorite Gold Necklace
By Naomi Sarna
Located in New York, NY
This pendant features an unusually iridescent white Chinese freshwater pearl set in 18K white gold
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Labradorite, Natural Pearl,...
Naomi Sarna Queen of the Sea Brooch
By Naomi Sarna
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent one of a kind brooch features a natural GIA certified Chinese freshwater pearl
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Black Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Moonstone, Natural Pearl, Opal, Pearl, ...
Naomi Sarna Pearl Sunstone Diamond Gold Necklace
By Naomi Sarna
Located in New York, NY
Chinese freshwater pearls have an incredible kasumigaura color palette complimented with faceted American
Category
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Two Strands of White Freshwater Baroque Pearls
Located in New York, NY
These very high luster pearls have 2 mystery clasps to connect them into 1 long strand or they can
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl
Sterling Silver Earrings Paperclip Chain (3mm) Freshwater Pearls, Rhodium Finish
By Charles Garnier
Located in Dallas, TX
Sterling Silver Earrings made with Paperclip Chain (3mm) and Freshwater Pearls (size 7-8mm), Post
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Drop Earrings
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Naomi Sarna Pearl Sunstone Coral Gold Necklace
By Naomi Sarna
Located in New York, NY
any style occasion. It features three strands of Chinese Freshwater Cornflake and round pearls
Category
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Delfina Delettrez 9K Gold Vein Multicolor Stone
4MM Pearl Ring, Size 7
Located in Bethesda, MD
topaz stones, total weight: 1.20-carats; peridot, total weight: 0.20-carat The pearl is from China.
Category
2010s Chinese Fashion Rings
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Peridot, Topaz, 9k Gold
Naomi Sarna Turban Pearl Earrings
By Naomi Sarna
Located in New York, NY
Chinese Freshwater White Pearls of unusual quality and luster are embraced with Natural 18K White
Category
2010s American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
Pink Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Biwa Pearl and Baroque Pearl Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
today, and if you do, chances are they’re just stick-shaped freshwater pearls from China. You may find
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl
Naomi Sarna Pearl Pendant on Ruby Necklace
By Naomi Sarna
Located in New York, NY
The Contessa, a Chinese Freshwater Natural Color Large Pearl is embellished with Natural 18K White
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Angel Wing Pearl Diamond Pearl Necklace
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Palm Desert, CA
One-of-a-kind, very large, peach colored Chinese freshwater "Angel Wing" pearl set with seven
Category
American Drop Necklaces
Naomi Sarna Pearl Diamond Gold Earrings
By Naomi Sarna
Located in New York, NY
A charming pair of Chinese freshwater pink and gold pearl earrings with bubbles of 18K yellow gold
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Naomi Sarna Pearl Mixed Matched Earrings
By Naomi Sarna
Located in New York, NY
A Chinese Freshwater Long Pearl matched with a reverse twin in 18K Natural White Gold. Both are set
Category
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold
Fresh Water Pearl Diamond Necklace 18K Rose Gold
Located in Barnsley, GB
rice to support the small pearl farmer collectives in China.
The Freshwater pearl mussels are
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Naomi Sarna Diamond and Sapphire Peach Pearl Pendant
By Naomi Sarna
Located in New York, NY
A Chinese Freshwater Natural Color Peach Pearl of very fine luster is wrapped in Natural 18k White
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Allegra Baroque Pendant
By Syd + Pia NYC
Located in Jackson Heights, NY
.
Made in NYC-Item comes in a box.
Freshwater Pearl Origin: China
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled
$130 / item
Lilly Fitzgerald Opera Length Natural Chinese Freshwater Pearl 22k Necklace
By Lilly Fitzgerald
Located in Dallas, TX
showcasing a 40 inch long strand of natural, exceptional-quality Chinese Freshwater pearls with primary blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Gold, 22k Gold, ...
Peter Suchy Baroque Chinese Freshwater Pearl Diamond Gold Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Long strand of well-matched large size Chinese freshwater cultured pearls. Extra fine iridescent
Category
2010s Necklace Enhancers
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Susan Sadler Pave Chinese Freshwater Pearl Diamond Gold Drop Stud Earrings
By Susan Sadler
Located in Dallas, TX
loop to attach a pair of stunning Chinese freshwater baroque pearl drops with bezel-set round brilliant
Category
2010s American Artist Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow ...
Michael Kneebone Burmese Zircon Diamond Baroque Pearl Dangle Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
white, baroque Chinese freshwater pearls. The earrings measure 2 1/2 inches long, due in large part to
Category
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Zircon, 18k Gold
14K Yellow Gold 8-8.5MM Cultured Freshwater Pearl Solitaire Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Grade: AAA
Pearl Shape: Round
Pearl Source: Chinese Freshwater
Pearl Size: 8.0-8.5mm
Pearl Setting Type
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold 7.5-8MM Cultured Freshwater Pearl Solitaire Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Grade: AAA
Pearl Shape: Round
Pearl Source: Chinese Freshwater
Pearl Size: 7.5-8.0mm
Pearl Setting Type
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Pearl Earrings Stud Post Pearls w 6 Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
gold or pearl necklace. The pearls are Japanese Akoya and much rarer than the Chinese freshwater pearl.
Category
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold 8.5-9MM Cultured Freshwater Pearl Solitaire Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Grade: AAA
Pearl Shape: Round
Pearl Source: Chinese Freshwater
Pearl Size: 8.5-9.0mm
Nacre: Thick
Pearl
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold 8-8.5MM Cultured Freshwater Pearl Solitaire Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Quantity: 2
Pearl Grade: AAA
Pearl Shape: Round
Pearl Source: Chinese Freshwater
Pearl Size: 8.0-8.5mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold 8.5-9MM Cultured Freshwater Pearl Solitaire Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Quantity: 2
Pearl Grade: AAA
Pearl Shape: Round
Pearl Source: Chinese Freshwater
Pearl Size: 8.5-9.0mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Necklace of Baroque Chinese Cultured Freshwater Pearls Rippled Metallic Luster
Located in Northampton, MA
Chinese freshwater pearls are boldly beautiful and luxurious. Weighing over 115 grams, these 28 dense
Category
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Rhodium, Silver
Sterling Silver Freshwater Cultured Pearl and Diamond Accent Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Gram Weight: 0.85 Grams
Pearl Type: Cultured Freshwater
Pearl Source: Chinese Freshwater
Pearl Count
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
Pearl
Brass "Biker Necklace" by Augusten Burroughs
By Augusten Burroughs
Located in Northampton, MA
. The 26" necklace features 42 high-quality cultured Chinese freshwater pearls strung on sturdy silk
Category
2010s American Artisan Chain Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Brass
Peter Suchy Chinese Freshwater Baroque Pearl Gold Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
yellow gold 3-D catch.
19 fine white Chinese freshwater baroque pearls, from 19.96 x 14.66mm to 26.28
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Lilly Fitzgerald Baroque Chinese Freshwater Pink Pearl Gold Earrings
By Lilly Fitzgerald
Located in Dallas, TX
One-of-a-Kind Baroque Chinese Freshwater Pink Pearl Earrings intricately handcrafted by Lilly
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Valentin Magro Superb Large Chinese Freshwater Baroque Pearl 30 Inch Necklace
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
white pearls measuring 28x17mm to 21x13 with double hook clasp in 18kt yellow gold
Category
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold
AJD Two-Strand, Freeform Goldy-Gray 17 Inch Pearl Necklace Great Gift!
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Chinese freshwater pearls in captivating shades of goldy-gray. Inspired by timeless elegance, this one-of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Other
18K White Gold 1.0 Ct Diamond Cultured Freshwater Pearl Floral Drop Stud Earring
Located in New York, NY
femininity of a single 3.5mm round Chinese freshwater-cultured pearl that claims a high luster. The dazzling
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy Large Baroque Chinese Cultured Pearl Diamond Gold Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Chinese freshwater large baroque pearl necklace with excellent color, lustre and iridescence. 14k
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Pearl Diamond Enamel Gold Snake Bangle Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
, VS2
2 2 to 2.5mm Chinese white freshwater pearls
Green enamel
14k Yellow Gold
Tested and stamped: 14k
Category
Vintage 1970s Bangles
Materials
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold, Gold
Chinese Freshwater Pearl Diamond Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Chinese Freshwater Pearl Diamond Ring. The ring features one bezel-set organic-shaped
Category
1990s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Chinese Freshwater Pearl Gold Link Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
18k yellow gold pearl and gold twisted wire long chain and nice cream colored Chinese freshwater
Category
Early 2000s Link Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gorgeous, Glowing, Iridescent Freshwater Pearl Choker Necklace June Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
the safe!
One of a kind, Chinese Freshwater Pearl choker necklace from a second harvest of the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate
Estate Gump
s Freshwater Pearl Necklace
By Gump
s San Francisco
Located in Northampton, MA
composed of 45 naturally colored pink Chinese freshwater pearls. The gleaming, iridescent pearls are high
Category
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold
AJD 25-Inch Two Strand Freshwater Pearl Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Chinese freshwater pearls, known for their natural beauty and rich texture.
Statement-Making Size
Category
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate
Michael Kneebone Double Strand Baroque Pearl Black Onyx Necklace
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Two strands of enormous baroque Chinese freshwater pearls and black onyx beads comprise this
Category
2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Vermeil
Quartz Crystal Pearl Garnet Gold Cylinder Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Natural Quartz crystal cylinders, Garnet cabochons and Chinese freshwater pearls. 18k tops and
Category
1990s Dangle Earrings
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pearl Necklace Strand Cultured Multi-Color Chinese Freshwater
Located in Northampton, MA
-colored cultured freshwater pearls from China. The 270 brilliantly luminous, gorgeous pearls present a
Category
2010s Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Silver
AJD Triple-Strand Gorgeous, Luscious Silver Pearl Necklace June Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
glowing, iridescent silver keshi Pearls. These gorgeous second harvest Chinese Freshwater Pearls are a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Spinel, Silver, Sterling Silver
AJD Three-Strand, Freeform Goldy-Gray Pearl Necklace June Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
keshi Pearls in lustrous shades of goldy-gray. These Chinese freshwater pearls are approximately 10 x 5
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Other
Multi-Strand Japanese Akoya Keshi Pearl Necklace 18k Gold Coral Branch Insert
By Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
referring to Chinese freshwater pearls. Chinese freshwater pearls are not the traditional keshi and it is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
AJD 23 Inch Silvery Freshwater Pearls in Wild Shapes Necklace June Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
have beauty marks. We have accented these Chinese Freshwater Pearls with antiqued Bali beads and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Mixed Metal
Pearl Diamond Earrings Custom Designed Post Stud Earrings Medium Size
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
with a gold or pearl necklace. The pearls are Japanese Akoya and much rarer than the Chinese freshwater
Category
1990s American Retro Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Baroque Cultured Chinese Pearl Three Bird Enamel Brooch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
value.
Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Gemstones: Baroque cultured Chinese freshwater pearls
Pearl Quantity
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
AJD Elegant Blue Sapphire and Lustrous White 17 Inch Pearl Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
17 inch elegant unique blue Sapphire and white Freshwater Pearl necklace. These are highly polished
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
Freshwater Pearl Choker with Chinese Mother-of-Pearl Gambling Chip 14 Karat
Located in Tustin, CA
Gorgeous estate 6 strand freshwater pearl choker necklace features a rectangular antique Chinese
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese British Colonial Choker Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lilly Fitzgerald Baroque Chinese Freshwater Pink Pearl Gold Earrings
By Lilly Fitzgerald
Located in Dallas, TX
One-of-a-Kind Baroque Chinese Freshwater Pink Pearl Earrings intricately handcrafted by Lilly
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 22k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Kasumi-Like Metallic Golden And Pink Freshwater Pearl Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
Introducing this unique and rare Chinese Kasumi-Like Metallic Freshwater Baroque pearl necklace
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
14k Gold Golden Cream mix Pearl necklace 14mm Freshwater Round Pearl necklace
Located in Delhi, DL
Details:
: 14k Yellow Gold Lock Freshwater pearl beads Necklace.
: Item no- KM44/500/9848
:Pearl
Category
2010s Chinese Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold
LB offers a long strand Freshwater pearls Tourmalines crystals Necklace
By Lorraines
Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a long strand of Chinese freshwater white and Mauve baroque pearls
Category
2010s Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Tourmaline, Sterling Silver
LB offers Sterling Silver Vintage Chinese Dragon pendant necklace Biwa Pearls
By Lorraines
Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a One of a Kind; Vintage Sterling Silver, Chinese Dragon pendant necklace
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Labradorite, Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Sterling Silver
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Chinese Freshwater Pearl For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact chinese freshwater pearl you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 1 antique edition and 14 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a chinese freshwater pearl may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a chinese freshwater pearl has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Giulia Colussi, Lilly Fitzgerald and Peter Suchy are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for a bead version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a chinese freshwater pearl, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.
How Much is a Chinese Freshwater Pearl?
The price for a chinese freshwater pearl starts at $850 and tops out at $14,995 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $4,550.
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.
Questions About Chinese Freshwater Pearl
- Are there freshwater pearls?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Yes, there are freshwater pearls. Certain species of pearl-producing mollusks do live in bodies of freshwater. Among them are Hyriopsis cumingi and Hyriopsis schlegeli. Most freshwater pearls come from the United States and Japan. Shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Are mabé pearls freshwater?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, mabé pearls are freshwater pearls, but they can be grown in saltwater. This makes them more budget-friendly than other pearls because they’re more readily available and grow in clusters. Find a large collection of mabé pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Are freshwater pearls real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Yes, freshwater pearls are real. They come from mussels that are naturally found in lakes and rivers. However, it is rare to find naturally occurring pearls of any kind. As a result, most of the freshwater pearls used in jewelry are cultured. The term refers to pearls created by freshwater-dwelling mussels with the assistance of human intervention. Pearls produced with this process are real, but they are not natural. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of pearl jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023The rarest color of freshwater pearls is arguably lavender. Pearls that feature the color naturally are much less common than ones that are white, silver, cream or rose. Pink and peach freshwater pearls are also less likely to occur naturally. Explore a wide range of freshwater pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Round freshwater pearls look very similar to Akoya pearls but are less expensive. A necklace can range from $50 to $2000.
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