Large Natural Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique 1810s British Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, Natural Pearl, Topaz, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown More Earrings
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s Unknown Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Platinum
Antique 1890s Unknown Gothic Revival Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold
20th Century Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique 19th Century Victorian Drop Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1960s Dome Rings
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Dangle Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s Swiss Modernist Cocktail Rings
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
American Brooches
Antique 1660s Italian Victorian Choker Necklaces
Natural Pearl, 15k Gold
Vintage 1910s French Art Deco More Jewelry
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Ruby, Sterling Silver
Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Antique 1880s Victorian Dangle Earrings
Natural Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Romantic More Necklaces
Natural Pearl
Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Onyx, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s American Victorian More Jewelry
Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Brooches
Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 22k Gold
2010s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
Vintage 1960s Unknown Modern Brooches
Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Jade, Pearl, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Brooches
Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Brown Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Silver
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
1990s Contemporary Cufflinks
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Kunzite, Sapphire, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Go...
Early 20th Century Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Emerald, Natural Pearl, Topaz, Imperial Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1970s Unknown Brooches
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century Edwardian More Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Spinel, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century German Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indonesian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold...
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1920s French Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Solitaire Rings
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Mexican Chandelier Earrings
French More Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century French Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
South Sea Pearl
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Large Natural Pearl For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Large 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 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, 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.








