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Estate White Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This ring features a 6mm white pearl simply and elegantly presented between two pairs of round
Category
Late 20th Century Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 5.56 Grams
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.5 mm 5.56 Grams M199
This elegant
Category
1990s Japanese Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
$199 Sale Price
20% Off
Estate 18k Diamond, Ruby, and Pearl Heron Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
: "10529". A unique pin, this piece would make a lovely addition to any estate jewelry collection
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 14k South Sea Pearl Stud Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
A classic pair of estate pearl stud earrings! Each of these stylish earrings displays a lovely
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Stud Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 18k Gold Certified
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 34" 18k Gold 9.5 mm Certified $126,000 M126000
Estate
Category
1990s Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold
$49,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 16" Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 16" Sterling Silver M431
TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002
Category
1990s Japanese Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$232 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Edwardian Era 0.65 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Pearl Bar Necklace
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The Piper Ridge pearl and diamond bar necklace is a clever conversion from an antique Edwardian pin
Category
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin 2.5-6 mm Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 2.5-6 mm 7 Grams M408
This elegant
Category
1990s Japanese Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Silver
$232 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin 5-7 mm Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 5-7 mm 5.1 Grams M410
This elegant
Category
1990s Japanese Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Silver
$232 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin 5.60 mm 4.6 Grams
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin 5.60 mm 4.6 Grams M351
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto
Category
1990s American Brooches
Materials
Pearl
$279 Sale Price
20% Off
Estate 14k Pearl and Emerald Necklace 18"
Located in Narberth, PA
An elegant multicolored pearl necklace with a spectacular clasp! This delicate and feminine piece
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Silver 6 mm 9.5 Grams
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Silver 6 mm 9.5 Grams M367
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto
Category
1990s Japanese Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Silver
$392 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Bracelet 18k Gold Certified
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Bracelet 18k Gold 7.25" 5.1 mm Certified $4,950 210634
Category
1990s Japanese Beaded Bracelets
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,960 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.37 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.37 mm M427
This elegant
Category
1990s Japanese Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$183 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 8 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 8 mm M294
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto
Category
1990s Japanese Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$279 Sale Price
20% Off
Estate 18k Pearl and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely gorgeous pearl and diamond pendant necklace! Crafted in 18k white gold, this piece
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Estate 18k Pearl and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely gorgeous pearl and diamond pendant necklace! Crafted in 18k white gold, this piece
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Cufflinks Overlay 14k Gold 6 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Cufflinks Overlay 14k Gold 6 mm M419
These elegant Authentic Mikimoto
Category
1990s Japanese Cufflinks
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold
$232 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver 6.6 mm 10.3g
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver 6.6 mm 10.3g M243
This elegant Authentic
Category
1990s Japanese Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$319 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch 2.5" Sterling Silver 5.50 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch 2.5" Sterling Silver 5.50 mm M390
This elegant Authentic
Category
1990s Japanese Cufflinks
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$199 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Floral Brooch Sterling Silver 5 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Floral Brooch Sterling Silver 5 mm M385
This elegant Authentic
Category
1990s Japanese Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$232 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 5 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 5 mm M409
This elegant Authentic
Category
1990s Japanese Brooches
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
$232 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Circular Flower Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Circular Flower Brooch Pin Sterling Silver M421
This elegant
Category
1990s Japanese Brooches
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
$232 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6 mm M335
This elegant Authentic
Category
1990s Japanese Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$279 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.10 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.10 mm M420
This elegant
Category
1990s Japanese Brooches
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
$232 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 5.4 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 5.4 mm M287
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto
Category
1990s Japanese Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$199 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Cross Brooch Sterling Silver 4 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Cross Brooch Sterling Silver 4 mm M379
This elegant Authentic
Category
1990s Japanese Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$312 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Circle Brooch Sterling Silver 7.5 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Circle Brooch Sterling Silver 7.5 mm M264
This elegant Authentic
Category
1990s Japanese Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$279 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.16 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.16 mm M321
This elegant
Category
1990s Japanese Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$392 Sale Price
20% Off
Estate 18k Ruby, Pearl,
Emerald Chandelier Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
-set pearls, and features a delicate cutout-design. The pearls display a milky-white luster, which
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 18K Pearl and Diamond Necklace 35"
Located in Narberth, PA
A feminine and unique pearl necklace! Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this necklace is composed of Biwa
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Mens Cufflinks 6.5 mm Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Mens Cufflinks 6.5 mm Sterling Silver M311
These elegant Authentic
Category
1990s Japanese Cufflinks
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$232 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Mens Cufflinks Sterling Silver 6.7 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Mens Cufflinks Sterling Silver 6.7 mm M392
These elegant Authentic
Category
1990s Japanese Cufflinks
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$199 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Cross Brooch Sterling Silver 4 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Cross Brooch Sterling Silver 4 mm M320
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto
Category
1990s Japanese Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$392 Sale Price
20% Off
Estate Long White Faux Pearl Sautoir Vintage Statement Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Long Elegant and Stylish Vintage Necklace made of graduated round Faux White Pearls on braided
Category
Vintage 1980s Modernist More Necklaces
Materials
Stainless Steel
JOIE DIGIOVANNI Estate 14k Pearl
Diamond Hoop Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
any Estate jewelry collection!
Measurements: The earrings have a height of 1 3/8" and a total weight
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Flower Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.16 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Flower Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.16 mm M415
This
Category
1990s Japanese Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$392 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver 6 mm 5.24 Grams Estate
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver 6 mm 5.24 Grams M439
This elegant
Category
1990s Japanese Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$279 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 5.54-5.16 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 5.54-5.16 mm M434
This elegant
Category
1990s Japanese Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$232 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Double Strand Bracelet 14k Gold
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Double Strand Bracelet 6.5" 14k Gold 5.5 mm M308
Double
Category
1990s Japanese Beaded Bracelets
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold
$1,992 Sale Price
20% Off
Estate Tiffany
Co White Pearl and Diamond Brooch in Platinum
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous estate Tiffany & Company brooch featuring a big white round pearl and good quality white
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Estate Biwa Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Link Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Estate large Biwa Pearl Diamond yellow gold necklace, circa 1980s.
The Estate Large Biwa Pearl
Category
Vintage 1980s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.6 mm 5.43 Grams
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.6 mm 5.43 gr M185
This elegant Authentic
Category
1990s Japanese Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
$279 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya + Mother of Pearl Cufflinks 5.2 mm Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya + Mother of Pearl Cufflinks 5.2 mm Sterling Silver M381
TRUSTED SELLER SINCE
Category
1990s Japanese Cufflinks
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$232 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver 6.8 mm Estate 8 Grams
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver 6.8 mm Estate 8 Grams M443
This elegant
Category
1990s Japanese Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$312 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver 6.5 mm 5 Grams
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver 6.5 mm 5 Grams M240
This elegant Authentic
Category
1990s Japanese Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$199 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver 6.5 mm 5 Grams
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver 6.5 mm 5 g M241
This elegant Authentic Mikimoto
Category
1990s Japanese Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$199 Sale Price
20% Off
Estate Cultured White Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This gorgeous gem is designed around a 7mm cultured white pearl center supported by a split shank
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl XL Spray Brooch Sterling Silver 7.62 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl XL Spray Brooch Sterling Silver 7.62 mm M265
This elegant Authentic
Category
1990s Japanese Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$312 Sale Price
20% Off
Estate 18k Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
An elegant pair of pearl and diamond drop earrings! Crafted in 18k white gold, each earring begins
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Estate 18k Pearl, Ruby, and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
An elegant pearl pendant necklace! Crafted in 18k vibrant yellow gold, this pendant features a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.25cts Ruby Pearl Bangle 14k Yellow Gold Estate Ruby Pearl Bracelet Vintage
Located in Jupiter, FL
A timeless combination, a ruby and pearl bangle bracelet. Expertly crafted in glistening 14k yellow
Category
2010s Modern Bangles
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Necklace 31" 7 mm Silver Clasp Estate
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Necklace 31" 7 mm Silver Clasp Estate M449
This elegant Authentic
Category
1990s Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Silver
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 17" Sterling Silver 6.50 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 17" Sterling Silver 6.50 mm M433
TRUSTED SELLER
Category
1990s Japanese Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$232 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 16" Sterling Silver 6.75 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 16" Sterling Silver 6.75 mm M432
TRUSTED SELLER
Category
1990s Japanese Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$232 Sale Price
20% Off
Estate 18k Baroque Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A classically beautiful pearl necklace!This delicate and feminine piece features a single strand of
Category
20th Century Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Cufflinks + Tie Pin Set Sterling Silver 7.20 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Cufflinks + Tie Pin Set Sterling Silver 7.20 mm M384
These elegant
Category
1990s Japanese Cufflinks
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$279 Sale Price
20% Off
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Estate Pearl Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact piece of estate pearl jewelry you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 250 vintage editions and 106 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect item from our selection of estate pearl jewelry 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. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic choice in our collection of estate pearl jewelry over the years, but those made by Mikimoto, Five Star Jewelry and Coach House are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also mixed cut and oval cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for an object in our assortment of estate pearl jewelry, 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 Estate Pearl Jewelry?
On average, a piece of estate pearl jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $1,833, while they’re typically $199 on the low end and $45,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
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 Estate Pearl Jewelry
- Why is it called estate jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024Why it is called estate jewelry relates to the origin of pieces that fall under this category of adornment. Estate jewelry refers to pieces previously owned by someone else that became available for purchase as a part of an auction or sale after their death. An estate is the collective name for all the property and assets that an individual leaves to their heirs. Thus, estate jewelry gets its name from the fact that it is a part of a person's estate. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry.
- Is estate jewelry real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024Whether estate jewelry is real varies. The term “estate jewelry” describes earrings, bracelets, necklaces, rings, brooches and other pieces that become available for sale as a part of a person's estate after they die. Because people collect many kinds of jewelry, both fine jewelry — featuring precious metals and genuine gemstones — and costume jewelry — made of less expensive materials — can be part of an estate and therefore classified as estate jewelry. Find a diverse assortment of jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024To tell if estate jewelry is real, first look for hallmarks. Pieces crafted out of sterling silver, platinum, gold and other precious metals usually feature markings to identify their materials. You can find images of these markings on trusted online resources and compare them to your pieces. Maker's marks can also be a good indication. Some jewelry makers specialize in costume jewelry, which is less likely to feature genuine materials, while others produce fine jewelry, which is usually made of real gemstones and precious metals. If you still have questions about your pieces, a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler can assist you. Shop a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Is estate jewelry worth buying?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, estate jewelry can be worth buying. At estate sales, purchasing vintage and antique jewelry may be possible for less than you'd expect to pay elsewhere. In addition, many people appreciate the one-of-a-kind character of estate pieces. When it comes to buying estate jewelry, it’s important to patronize only reputable sources. This alone significantly diminishes the potential for mishap. Beyond buying from a reliable source, it’s important to get as much verifiable information about the accessory as possible. Buyers should keep in mind, however, that the value of any investment is subject to fluctuation, and any investment decisions should be made according to the guidance of a financial advisor. At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. If you’re looking for jewelry, a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry can be found on 1stDibs from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Seed pearls are small pearls that get their name from their diminutive size. They’re sometimes used in jewelry today but were most popular during the 18th and 19th centuries. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique and modern seed pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022All Mikimoto pearl jewelry is marked with either ‘Mikimoto’ or their ‘M’ logo. The pearls used by Mikimoto are exceptional in quality, with lustrous, thick nacre, beautifully round shape and no color imperfections. Shop a wide range of professionally authenticated Mikimoto pieces from top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Pearl jewelry can last for generations as long as it is properly cared for. Avoid letting your pearl jewelry come into contact with lotions, perfumes or hair products. Always handle it with clean hands and clean it gently with a soft cloth occasionally. Avoid wearing it with other necklaces that can scratch it. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and new pearl jewelry.
- Is Honora jewelry real pearl?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024Yes, Honora jewelry is real pearl. The American jewelry maker produces pieces out of freshwater cultured pearls. A cultured pearl is a real pearl, but it isn't the same as a natural pearl, which mollusks produce on their own. Instead, cultured pearls develop inside mollusks with the help of some human intervention. Naturally occurring pearls are actually very rare, so many high-end jewelry companies utilize cultured pearls in the same way that Honora does. Shop a variety of Honora pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
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