Gia Natural Pearl
Early 20th Century Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Georgian Stud Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Dangle Earrings
Natural Pearl, White Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s French Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century Bangles
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau More Jewelry
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1960s French More Necklaces
Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, Natural Pearl, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces
Natural Pearl, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Retro Bracelets
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cluster Rings
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Silver
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Band Rings
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
Early 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum
Early 2000s Unknown Drop Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
20th Century American Art Deco More Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Natural Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Drop Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique Early 19th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
20th Century American Art Deco More Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl
Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique Mid-19th Century French Victorian More Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Mid-19th Century French Victorian More Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Unknown Modern More Rings
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Natural Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Platinum
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian More Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian More Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Antique 1850s English High Victorian Brooches
Natural Pearl, White Diamond, Pearl, Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver, Yellow G...
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco More Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
French More Earrings
Antique 1860s Victorian Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Edwardian Solitaire Rings
Pearl, Platinum
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Drop Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl
Antique Late 19th Century Beaded Bracelets
Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Empire Beaded Necklaces
Black Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
2010s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Yellow Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s Drop Necklaces
Yellow Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Antique 1830s Early Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl
Antique 1880s Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Silver, Yellow Gold
20th Century Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Italian Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Link Bracelets
Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
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Gia Natural Pearl For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Gia Natural Pearl?
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 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.
- 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.








