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Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Tie Bar Sterling Silver 5.91 Grams
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Tie Bar Sterling Silver 6.73 mm 5.91 Grams M172
This elegant Authentic
Category
1990s Japanese More Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$151 Sale Price
20% Off
Estate Retro Era 14KT Yellow Gold Pearl And Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
The focal point of this stunning piece is a rare and lustrous mabe blister pearl, accented by
Category
Vintage 1950s American Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Estate Enamel Pearl Diamond Twin Lady bug brooches 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
Sweet Lady bug
Emblem of luck, fancy little flying creatures, inspired jewellery masters from
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
Estate South Sea Pearl and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum
Diamond: 1.36 ct twd
South Sea Pearl: 14 mm
Ring Size: 5.75
Total Weight: 18.6 grams
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
$4,750 / set
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Cufflinks + Tie Pin Set Sterling Silver 6.75 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Cufflinks + Tie Pin Set Sterling Silver 6.75 mm M378
These elegant
Category
1990s Japanese Cufflinks
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$279 Sale Price
20% Off
Estate Pearl &Enameled Brooch Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Miniature Portrait
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
pearl halo. Portrait painting is protected by glass in front and gold backing.
Beautiful construction
Category
Early 20th Century European Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Natural Australian Opal Pearl Yellow Gold Estate Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
pearls, this piece from the 1940's Estate and Vintage Collection is sure to take your breath away
Category
Vintage 1940s Cocktail Rings
Materials
Opal, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Long Silver Grey Faux Pearl Stainless Steel Sautoir Estate Statement Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Long elegant & stylish Sautoir Necklace made of graduated round Faux Silver Grey Pearls on braided
Category
Vintage 1980s Modernist More Necklaces
Materials
Stainless Steel
TIFFANY
CO. Estate 18k Pearl Necklace Double Strand
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Narberth, PA
A classically beautiful two-strand pearl necklace from legendary designer Tiffany & Co.! The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Necklace 17" Sterling Silver 8 - 8.5 mm Estate
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Necklace 17" Sterling Silver 8 - 8.5 mm Estate M441
This elegant
Category
1990s Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$3,112 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Necklace 20" Sterling Silver 5 - 5.5 mm Estate
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Necklace 20" Sterling Silver 5 - 5.5 mm Estate M442
This elegant
Category
1990s Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$712 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Earrings Sterling Silver 6.65 mm 7.2 Grams
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Earrings Sterling Silver 6.65 mm 7.2 Grams M235
These elegant
Category
1990s Japanese Stud Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$239 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Earrings Sterling Silver 5.75 mm 4.5 Grams
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Earrings Sterling Silver 5.75 mm 4.5 Grams M253
These elegant
Category
1990s Japanese Stud Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$239 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Earrings 14k Gold 5.7 mm 4.5 Grams
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Earrings 14k Gold 5.70 mm 4.5 Grams M252
These elegant Authentic
Category
1990s Japanese Stud Earrings
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold
$479 Sale Price
20% Off
Turquoise Pearl and Sterling Silver Egyptian Goddess Necklace Estate
By Anna K for Coach House
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful free-form Turquoise and Sterling Silver Necklace, inter-spaced with Pearls and
Category
Vintage 1980s Modernist Choker Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Cartier 14K Yellow Gold Ladies Tennis Racket Brooch with Pearl Vintage Estate
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
handbag strap—bringing a quiet statement of taste and sophistication.
Estate Cartier jewelry continues to
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 18K White Gold Pearl And Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The 18K White Gold 15.00cttw Round Diamond And Pearl One Line Bracelet is a stunning piece that
Category
20th Century American Modern Tennis Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 18" 18k Y Gold 10 mm Certified
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Magnificent and Very Rare Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 18" 18k Y Gold 10 mm Certified
Category
1990s Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold
$28,760 Sale Price
20% Off
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Drop Earrings with Diamonds and Pearls
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Drop Earrings with Diamonds and Pearls
Year: 1990s
Item Details:
Metal
Category
1990s Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Victorian Pearl and Diamond Brooch in 14kt Yellow Gold - 0.15ctw Diamonds
Located in West Hempstead, NY
This exquisite Estate Victorian Pearl and Diamond Brooch is a true testament to timeless elegance
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$912 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Earrings 14k YG 6 mm 3.4 Grams
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Earrings 14k YG 6 mm 3.4 Grams M363
These elegant Authentic Mikimoto
Category
1990s Japanese Stud Earrings
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$552 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Earrings 14k Y Gold 6.44 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Earrings 14k Y Gold 6.44 mm M393
These elegant Authentic Mikimoto
Category
1990s Japanese Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Gold
$552 Sale Price
20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 36" 14k Y Gold 9 mm Certified
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Magnificent and Rare Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl 9 mm necklace Necklace 36" 18k Yellow Gold
Category
1990s Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold
$14,360 Sale Price
20% Off
Estate Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Pearl Brooch - VHK#421a
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Pearl Brooch - VHK#421a
Item Details:
Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Brooches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Designer Schoeffel 1.20 cttw Daimond 12.57mm Tahitian Pearl Ring 13875
Located in Derby, NY
Designer Schoeffel Ring, Round Diamond 1.20 cttw G-H VS2-SI1, 1 Tahitian Pearl, 18K White/Yellow
Category
Early 2000s Cocktail Rings
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Clip on Earrings Sterling Silver 3.53 Grams
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Clip On Earrings Sterling Silver 6 mm 3.53 Grams M173
These elegant
Category
Early 2000s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
$200 Sale Price
20% Off
Estate Diamond Pearl Earrings Drops 14K Yellow Gold Stud Closure ~1.36ctw
Located in Fairfield, CT
Estate Diamond Pearl Earrings Drops 14K Yellow Gold Stud Closure ~1.36ctw
These contemporary
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rock Crystal Mermaid Pendant Estate 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Brooch Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
total an estimated 0.15 carats (estimated at H-I color and VS2-SI2 clarity). Small pearls range in size
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Platinum Cultured South Sea Pearl and Diamond Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
Platinum South Sea pearl and diamond drop earrings. The two South Sea pearls measure 11.5mm
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Men
s Tie Clasp Silver 7 mm 5.3 Grams
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Men's Tie Clasp Silver 7 mm 5.3 Grams M242
This elegant Authentic
Category
1990s Japanese More Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Silver
$199 Sale Price
20% Off
Estate Pearl Sautoir Necklace Earrings Ruby Diamond Suit
Located in Napoli, IT
Elegance Spotlight
This unique vintage Pearl Ruby & Diamond suit is the epitome of timeless
Category
Vintage 1970s British Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Estate 18K Triple Drop Diamond Multicolored Pearl Pendant Necklace 16”
Located in Winter Springs, FL
fine 14K white gold chain. This refined design features a trio of luminous pearls in shades of grey
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Diamond Necklace 36" 18k Gold 8 mm Certified
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Diamond Necklace 36" 18k Gold 8 mm Certified $13,950 401397
Estate
Category
2010s Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Estate A. Jeschel Asian Jade, Pearl, Tiger
s Eye Statement Necklace
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in New York, NY
Estate A. Jeschel Asian motif jade, Keshi pearl and tiger's eye statement necklace.
The central
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Pearl, Tiger s Eye
Estate Mabe Pearl
1.08tcw Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Cord Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This estate necklace showcases a luminous Mabe pearl bezel-set in rich 18K yellow gold, surrounded
Category
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Yurman Authentic Estate Pearl Necklace 17" + Bracelet Set 7.5" Silver Gold
By David Yurman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic David Yurman Estate Pearl Necklace 17" + Bracelet Set 7.5" Silver + 14k Gold DY310
Category
1990s American Choker Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Silver, Gold
South Sea Black Pearl Eight Diamond Earrings 14 Karat White Gold Antique Estate
Located in New York, NY
South Sea Pearls are dramatic and impressive. The earrings are from the estate of one of Los Angeles
Category
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Black Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Estate Sajen Sterling Pink Mother of Pearl Ring Size 7
Located in Webster, SD
pink mother of pearl accented by 4mm pearls.
The face of this ring measures 1 11/16 inches north to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Fashion Rings
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Retro Estate 14K Yellow Gold Pearl and Emerald Snake Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Retro Estate 14K Yellow Gold Pearl and Emerald Snake Ring. This beautiful ring is crafted
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Retro Band Rings
Materials
Emerald, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Vintage Estate 14 Karat White Gold Diamond and Pearl Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
Dazzling diamond and cultured pearls earrings.
Metal: 14K White Gold
Weight: 16.3 Grams
Diamond
Category
Early 2000s Modern More Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Estate Amethyst
Pink Mother of Pearl 14k Yellow Gold Ring 9.46ct
Located in Orlando, FL
Estate 14k Yellow Gold Ring with 9.46ct Amethyst and Inlaid Pink Mother-of-Pearl
Striking and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pearl J Hoop Earrings in 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Estate Pearl Earrings, circa 1979
Located in Austin, TX
The sweet, traditional pearl earrings have a unique J form and design. With three genuine pearls
Category
Vintage 1970s American Art Nouveau Stud Earrings
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Akoya Pearl Diamond Necklace 17" 6.34 mm 18k Gold Estate Certified $5950
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality 6.34 mm Japanese Akoya Pearl Diamond Necklace with 17" in length and an 18k Gold clasp
Category
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
$2,152 Sale Price
20% Off
Akoya Pearl Diamond Necklace 17" 6.09 mm 14k Gold Estate Certified $6450
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality 6.09 mm Japanese Akoya Pearl Diamond Necklace with 17" in length and an 14k Gold clasp
Category
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
$2,232 Sale Price
20% Off
Estate Art Deco Revival 18K White Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Pearl Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Estate Art Deco Revival 18K White Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Pearl Pin. This beautiful Art
Category
Vintage 1970s Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Estate Genuine Japanese Akoya Graduated Pearl Necklace with Pink Tourmaline Clas
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful estate necklace features genuine Japanese Akoya pearls ranging from 5mm to 9mm in
Category
Vintage 1950s American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
Estate Platinum Golden South Sea Pearl Baguette Diamond Earrings 15mm 6.50ctw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
oversized, calibrated baguette diamonds. The bottom golden South Sea pearls being 14.90mm are removable for
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Clip-on Earrings Sterling Silver 6.19 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Clip-On Earrings Sterling Silver 6.19 mm 3.20 Grams M435
These elegant
Category
1990s Japanese Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$232 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Estate Baroque Pearl and Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Large Estate Baroque Pearl and Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Baroque Pearl and Diamond Ring
Category
20th Century North American Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 18K Art Nouveau Diamond Pearl Green Enamel Large Flower Brooch Pendant
Located in Winter Springs, FL
beautiful statement piece reminiscent of a bygone era in jewelry history.
Dimensions/Weight:
Brooch
Category
Late 20th Century Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage Estate 14 Karat White Gold Tahitian and South Sea Pearl Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautifully designed white gold necklace with Tahitian and baroque South Sea pearls.
Metal: 14K
Category
Early 2000s Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage Estate 14 Karat White Gold Tahitian and South Sea Pearl Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Gorgeous necklace with heart-shaped clasp and baroque Tahitian and South Sea Pearls.
Metal: 14K
Category
Early 2000s Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
Estate 18k Mother of Pearl and Sapphire Earring and Bracelet Set
Located in Narberth, PA
circle. Two strands of thin chain are woven through the half circle and connect a larger mother of pearl
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Dangle Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Ruser Baroque Pearl Diamond Ring 18K Gold Large HEAVY Estate Designer
By William Ruser
Located in Brambleton, US
Vintage Ruser Pearl Diamond Ring 18K Gold Large HEAVY Estate Designer 1.40ct
This stunning 18K
Category
20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Estate Ruby Sapphire Emerald Diamond
Pearl 18 K Gold Flower Basket Brooch/ pin
Located in New York, NY
Estate Ruby Sapphire Emerald Diamond & Pearl 18 K Gold Flower Basket Brooch/ pin
18k Yellow gold
Category
2010s Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold
Asprey
Co. Natural Saltwater Pearl and 2.92 Carat Diamond Jewelry Set
By Asprey
Garrard Limited
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
/estate jewelry.
Pearl Quality
NOTE: A sample of six pearls were examined from the full jewellery suite
Category
Vintage 1950s British Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Estate Pastel Multicolored South Sea Pearl Strand Necklace 14K 12.50mm - 15mm
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A luxurious strand of large South Sea pearls that are sure to please the most discerning of pearl
Category
Late 20th Century Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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
- 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.
- 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 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 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.
- 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.
- 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, 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.
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