Gia Natural Pearl
Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Drop Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique 19th Century Retro Dangle Earrings
Emerald, Opal, Pearl, Black Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco More Necklaces
American Brooches
Vintage 1920s Brooches
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Brown Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Drop Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cluster Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Late Victorian Solitaire Rings
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Natural Pearl, Platinum
2010s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl
Antique 1890s Edwardian More Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 1890s Victorian More Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Link Bracelets
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century Stud Earrings
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage 1960s Unknown Modern Brooches
Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
2010s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 1860s Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Stud Earrings
Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1980s Modern Pendant Necklaces
Yellow Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold
Antique 1880s American Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, White Diamond, Platinum
Antique Mid-19th Century Dangle Earrings
Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Jade, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque More Bracelets
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian More Jewelry
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1910s American Art Deco More Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
20th Century American Drop Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
20th Century American Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
20th Century French Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century American Solitaire Rings
Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Drop Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Gold, Platinum
European Link Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl
Antique 1890s Unknown Drop Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Belle Époque Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Unknown Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Dangle Earrings
Pearl, Sapphire, White Diamond, Gold, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Beaded Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
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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 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.