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Large Sterling with Mother of Pearl Accent Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This wonderful handmade large sterling brooch is accented with mother-of-pearl. This
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Brooches

Regency Tortoiseshell and Mother of Pearl Serpentine Tea Caddy
Located in Northampton, GB
Regency Tortoiseshell and Mother of Pearl Serpentine Tea Caddy. The Tea Caddy of rectangular shape
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Tea Caddies

Materials

Tortoise Shell, Mother-of-Pearl

An Unusual Indo-Portuguese Mother of Pearl Mirror
Located in London, GB
, entirely veneered in mother of pearl engraved with foliate designs and religious iconography throughout
Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood

Exquisite Mother of Pearl Inlaid Lacquer Elephant Motif Tissue Box
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Exquisite mother of pearl inlaid lacquer elephant motif tissue box, Intricately inlaid all over
Category

20th Century Anglo-Indian Bathroom Fixtures

Materials

Silver Plate

Handcrafted White Mother of Pearl Inlaid Moorish Octagonal Box
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Exquisite handcrafted white mother of pearl inlaid and hand carved lidded box. Small octagonal
Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Moorish Decorative Boxes

Materials

Shell, Fruitwood, Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl

Wall Plaque Pagoda with Mother of Pearl Lacquer Vietnamese 1970 s
Located in Fulton, CA
Vietnamese carved Mother-of Pearl and lacquer wall plaque. Featuring a Pagoda at center with flora
Category

Mid-20th Century Decorative Art

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Lacquer

14K White Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Pendant #15766
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Mother of Pearl and Diamond Pendant JAGi Certified- This stunning
Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Tony Duquette Moonstone, Mother-of-Pearl and Crystal Bracelet
By Tony Duquette
Located in Carmel, CA
This stunning Tony Duquette Moonstone, Mother of Pearl, and Crystal Bracelet has a total weight of
Category

2010s American More Bracelets

Materials

Crystal, Moonstone, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

14KT Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Heart Pendant with Chain
Located in New York, NY
Gemstone: Mother of Pearl Pendant Shape: Heart Chain: Included, 14KT Yellow Gold Condition: New
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

French 19th Century Napoleon III Mother-of-Pearl Inlay Wall Clock
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
wood. Mother-of-pearl floral and foliate designs are inlaid in differently stained mahogany and
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Wall Clocks

Materials

Porcelain, Mother-of-Pearl, Hardwood, Mahogany

Mother-Of-Pearl Sterling Silver 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
mesmerizing Mother-of-Pearl lock adorned with an opulent 18k yellow gold bezel. This bracelet is the epitome
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2010s American Chain Bracelets

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage Black Lacquer Chinoiserie Wedding Chest With Mother of Pearl Inlay
Located in Sheridan, CO
Vintage Black Lacquer Chinoiserie Wedding Chest With Mother of Pearl Inlay mid - late 20th c. The
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

Handcrafted Walnut China Cabinet with Mother-of-Pearl/ Nacre Inlay and Handle
By Shewekar Elgharably
Located in Cairo, EG
Handcrafted Walnut China Cabinet with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay and Handle. If you are looking for an
Category

2010s Egyptian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Mother Of Pearl Clover Natural Diamond Earring 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
The 18K yellow gold mother of pearl clover diamond earring is a captivating and elegant accessory
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Asch Grossbardt Onyx and Mother of Pearl Earrings
By Asch Grossbardt
Located in Darnestown, MD
Chic black and white earrings by Asch Grossbardt with onyx and mother of pearl. Dividing the nine
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1990s American Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold

Asch Grossbardt Onyx Mother-of-Pearl Cuff 18K Yellow Gold
By Asch Grossbardt
Located in Dallas, TX
Asch Grossbardt Onyx and Mother-of-Pearl Cuff in 18K Yellow Gold. The cuff features inlays of
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Vintage 1980s Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Mid-Century Modern Cerused Wood and Mother of Pearl Four Panel Screen
Located in Queens, NY
pattern centering square mother of pearl panels. Separation in frame, cracks and losses to mother of
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Paintings and Screens

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

19th Century Walnut Box With Bone and Mother Of Pearl Inlay
Located in Stamford, CT
19th century walnut box with bone and mother of pearl inlay, whaler made. This beautifully hand
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Antique Late 19th Century American Folk Art Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Walnut

Van Gogh Sunflowers Earrings Studs with citrines and Mother of pearl.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Van Gogh Sunflowers Earrings Studs with citrines and Mother of pearl. Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver

Vintage Chinese Carved Hardwood Corner Lounge Chair with Mother of Pearl Inlay
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Vintage Chinese Carved Hardwood Corner Lounge Chair with Mother of Pearl Inlay. Item features impressive
Category

Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Corner Chairs

Materials

Wood, Mother-of-Pearl

Modernist German Mother of Pearl and Garnet Silver Ring
Located in New York, NY
A stunning modernist ring with garnets and mother of pearl on sterling silver by a German Designer
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Vintage 1970s German Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Garnet, Sterling Silver

Antique Mother of Pearls And Sapphire Gold Cuflink
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 14k gold cufflinks with natural mother of pearls centered with natural blue sapphires
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Vintage 1920s Cufflinks

Meira T Mother of Pearl Diamond Gold Dangle Earrings
By Meira T
Located in Stamford, CT
Natural Mother of Pearl slices with a halo of micro pave diamonds and diamond accents above and
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21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Outstanding French Dore Bronze Ormolu Mother of Pearl Picture Photo Frame
Located in Roslyn, NY
Outstanding French dore bronze ormolu & mother of pearl picture / photo frame with easel back.
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20th Century French Belle Époque Picture Frames

Materials

Bronze

Asch Grossbardt Onyx and Mother of Pearl Earrings
By Asch Grossbardt
Located in Darnestown, MD
Chic black and white earrings by Asch Grossbardt with onyx and mother of pearl. Dividing the nine
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1990s American Modern Lever-Back Earrings

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Onyx, 14k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Mother of Pearl Cufflinks #15239
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Mother of Pearl Cufflinks- These elegant cufflinks are crafted in
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20th Century Cufflinks

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Boho Ron Seff Mother of Pearl Coffee Table
By Ron Seff
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, featuring exquisite mother of pearl inlay and a striking glass top. This piece radiates Hollywood Regency
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Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Leather, Mother-of-Pearl, Glass, Wood

Custom Portrait Painted Cameo Mother of pearl ring, Personalized signet Ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k Gold Plated 925 Silver Ring with Carved Mother of Pearl – Your portrait Painted Cameo Jewelry
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2010s Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Pearl, Silver

Mother of Pearl Inlays, Black Paravant 20th Century Wood Chinoiserie
Located in DE
Beautiful and rare black 20th century Paravent with mother of pearl inlays and gold painting on the
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Antique 19th Century European Chinoiserie Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Mother of Pearl Inlay Buffet Cabinet by House of Jaipur
Located in New York, NY
shimmering mother of pearl. The intricate floral and vine motifs flow gracefully across the surface, set
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2010s Indian Buffets

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Mother of Pearl and Aquamarine Bead 18K Yellow Gold Necklace
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
The iridescent allure of mother of pearl is showcased in this necklace. Round and oval carvings of
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Early 2000s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Van Cleef Alhambra Mother of Pearl Dial Ladies Watch
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
bracelet. Fixed gold-tone diamond set bezel. Mother of pearl dial with gold-tone hands and n/a hour markers
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

20.00 Carat Cabochon Sapphire Mother of Pearl Yellow Gold Cufflinks
Located in Stamford, CT
Early 1900's double sided cufflinks in 14k yellow gold with mother of pearl, cabochon sapphire and
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Early 20th Century Cufflinks

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold

Retro 14k Mother Of Pearl Snare Drum Charm
Located in Narberth, PA
foliage etchings. The batter head of the drum is represented by mother of pearl, which has a wonderful
Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co Inlay Mother of Pearl Onyx Gold Earrings
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k yellow gold oval earring by Tiffany & Co, with intertwined inlay onyx and mother of
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20th Century Hong Kong More Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Gold

Anglo-Indian Mughal Mother of Pearl Inlaid Side Chair with Ram s Head
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Antique Anglo-Indian Mughal Mother of Pearl Inlaid Side Chair with Ram's Head. very collectable and
Category

Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Side Chairs

Materials

Bone, Shell, Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl

Antique Mid-19th Century Lacquer Side Chairs with Mother of Pearl Inlay
Located in New Orleans, LA
If you appreciate lacquer and mother of pearl, these chairs may be just the ticket for you.
Category

Antique 19th Century English Chairs

Materials

Lacquer, Mother-of-Pearl

19th Century Chinese Ebonized Letter Rack with Mother of Pearl
Located in Brea, CA
19th century Chinese ebonized letter rack with mother of pearl from the Qing dynasty. Beautiful
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Italian 19th Century Fruitwood, Brass, Bone and Mother of Pearl Side Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
mother of pearl side table. The table is raised by fine casters below the beautifully scrolled legs with
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Side Tables

Materials

Brass

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Mother of Pearl Buttons
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Mother of Pearl Buttons- This elegant set of three buttons are
Category

Early 20th Century Vanity Items

Materials

Yellow Gold

Hand-Carved Walnut Console with Intricate Mother-of-pearl Geometric Design
By Shewekar Elgharably
Located in Cairo, EG
Hand-Carved Walnut Console with Intricate Mother-of-pearl Geometric Design. If you are looking to
Category

2010s Egyptian Modern Console Tables

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Walnut, Oak

Brass and Mother-of-Pearl Side Table by Vereinigte Werkstätten München
By Vereinigte Werkstätten Für Kunst Im Handwerk
Located in Berlin, BE
Rare mother-of-pearl side table by Vereinigte Werkstätten München in excellent condition. Solid
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with garnet and carnation painting.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with amethyst and carnation flower drawing. Handmade Red Flower
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver

Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with garnet and cherry painting.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with amethyst and cherry drawing. Handmade Paint cherry Shell
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver

Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with garnet and pomegranate painting.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with amethyst and pomegranate drawing. Handmade Red Berry Paint
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver

Faux Tessellated Tortoiseshell Mother-of-Pearl Jewelry Box by Maitland-Smith
By Maitland Smith
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage jewelry box in faux tessellated tortoise shell with mother-of-pearl and Abolone shell edge
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20th Century American Hollywood Regency Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Tortoise Shell, Mother-of-Pearl

Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings, sapphire and iris flower painting.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with sapphire cab and iris drawing. Handmade Paint blue flower
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Gold Plate, Silver

Vintage Mother of Pearl 1.50ct Diamond Swan Pin
Located in New York, NY
. The diamonds are accentuated by mother of pearl and round cut ruby accent. The pin measures 30mm by
Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Custom Portrait Painted Cameo Mother of pearl ring, Personalized signet Ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k Gold Plated 925 Silver Ring with Carved Mother of Pearl – Your portrait Painted Cameo Jewelry
Category

2010s Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver

Cartier Panthère Ruban Stainless Steel and Mother of Pearl Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful Cartier Panthère Ruban Stainless Steel & Mother of Pearl Wristwatch Steel Case with pink
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Peridot, tropical beach with palms painting, Mother of pearl earrings studs.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with peridot, tropical beach with palms and sea drawing
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Peridot, Gold Plate, Silver

Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with amethyst and hummingbird painting.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with amethyst and hummingbird drawing. Handmade Paint Bird
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver

Lacquered Wood Mother of Pearl Chinese Oriental 4 Panel Room Divider Screen
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Lacquered wood Mother of Pearl Chinese oriental 4 panel room divider screen.
Category

20th Century Chinese Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Hardwood

Cartier Pasha Mother-of-Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
diamonds dazzling over a mother of pearl backdrop set in 18k white gold. Size: US 5 3/4 / EU 52
Category

Early 2000s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Blue Flowers Painted Mother of Pearl Drop Earrings with Topaz Briolette
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Blue Flowers Mother of Pearl Earrings Topaz Briolette Drop Earrings Blue Flowers Painted Mother
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver

Snake black and white earrings with onyx and Mother of pearl
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with black onyx and Snake black and white drawing. Handmade
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver

Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with amethyst and lilac painting.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with amethyst and lilac drawing. Handmade Paint Bird Shell
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver

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Questions About Mother Of Pearls
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Korean mother of pearl is abalone shell that comes from the Republic of South Korea. There, artisans use the shimmering shell fragments to decorate wooden furniture and decorative objects using an inlay technique called najeonchilgi. Shop a variety of wood furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A mother of pearl spoon is a small spoon made of natural material specially used for serving and eating caviar. These spoons are handmade from mother of pearl shells found near the coast of Vietnam. On 1stDibs, you will find a range of mother of pearl spoons from different periods and in unique designs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mother of pearl spoons are made of nacre. Nacre, often referred to as mother of pearl, is a composite material that some mollusks produce as an inner shell layer. Nacre is the same material that pearls are made of. Spoons can be made entirely of mother of pearl, just the handle or additional ornamentation. Find a collection of vintage and contemporary mother of pearl spoons on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mother of pearl inlay furniture is a chair, table or case good usually made out of wood and embellished with fragments of oyster or mussel shells called mother of pearl. Furniture makers make carvings into the furniture and then carefully add the cut mother of pearl. On 1stDibs, find a range of mother of pearl inlay furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Mother of Pearl can be worn daily, in fact, the natural oils from your skin can help to retain the luster of your piece. However, avoiding excess cosmetics, perfumes or soaps is advisable for the optimal care of your Mother of Pearl. Shop a collection of Mother of Pearl pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mother of pearl furniture is crafted with pieces of mother of pearl delicately inlaid in the wood. The wood itself is usually overlaid with veneers, often in a rich dark tone to complement the lighter appearance of the mother of pearl. Browse a collection of mother of pearl furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024
    Yes, men can wear mother-of-pearl watches. In fact, there are many men's watches that feature mother-of-pearl dials. Examples include the Rolex Datejust 36 Mother of Pearl, the Breitling Galactic 41 Mother of Pearl Dial, the Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Mother of Pearl and the Tissot Le Locle Mother of Pearl. There are no rules when it comes to men's watches, so feel free to wear any timepiece that appeals to you. Explore a variety of mother-of-pearl watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    No, most experts say you shouldn't wear Van Cleef Arpels mother-of-pearl jewelry or any other fine jewelry in the shower. Although water may not damage a piece, chemicals in soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and other toiletries may harm mother-of-pearl and precious metals. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Yes, some black pearls are real pearls. Genuine black pearls typically come from Tahiti, sourced from black-lip pearl oysters. Some jewelry features synthetic black pearls created in laboratories. Explore a selection of black pearl jewelry from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What the mother and child represent in the painting Guernica is largely a matter of interpretation. It is widely believed that the artist, Pablo Picasso, intended the pair to communicate the devastating impact of war on innocent people. Shop a collection of Pablo Picasso art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Yes, Whistler's Mother is a real painting. American painter James McNeill Whistler painted the oil-on-canvas work in 1871, and it depicts his mother, Anna McNeill Whistler. Although more well known by the name Whistler's Mother, the painting is actually titled Arrangement in Grey and Black No. 1. Shop a range of James Abbott McNeill Whistler art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    There isn't a hard-and-fast rule about whether you should wear pearl earrings with a pearl necklace. While pearl earrings can complement a pearl necklace, you're free to mix and match pieces as you see fit. For example, you might join a multi-strand statement necklace with a pair of simple gold hoops or diamond studs. A dramatic gemstone necklace can be balanced with a pair of understated pearl button earrings. On 1stDibs, shop a large assortment of pearl jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Mikimoto pearls are cultured pearls sourced from Akoya oysters located in the waters off the shores of Honshu, Japan, by the jewelry house of Mikimoto. Cultured pearls are genuine pearls produced with human assistance to encourage production and promote the development of a more attractive product. Find a variety of Mikimoto pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    Pearls are so special because they are rare in nature. They form only when something gets inside an oyster or mussel and causes irritation. The mollusk then secretes substances similar to those found on its shell. These harden around the foreign body to create a pearl. Only about one out of every 10,000 wild oysters will ever make a single pearl, and the vast majority of the pearls that occur naturally are too small to use in jewelry. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of pearl jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    No one knows for sure where pearl earrings originated, but scholars have determined that they date back to ancient times. According to surviving records, the ancient Chinese often presented members of royal families with pearls as gifts. During the 1st century B.C., Julius Caesar passed a law stating that only members of the ruling class could wear pearl jewelry. Shop a large collection of pearl earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Coin pearls are a type of flat rounded pearls that are almost coin shaped. They can be worn casually or as an elegant accessory. There is a range of pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Yes, there are freshwater pearls. Certain species of pearl-producing mollusks do live in bodies of freshwater. Among them are Hyriopsis cumingi and Hyriopsis schlegeli. Most freshwater pearls come from the United States and Japan. Shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A pearl clasp is an opening and closing device that holds a necklace together - in this case, a pearl necklace. The clasp works by hooking one end of the necklace into the other end and locking in place. Shop a collection of expertly vetted jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    Yes, there is a fake pearl. In fact, many materials can be used to make faux pearls, such as glass, plastic, mollusk shells, alabaster, bone and stone. These alternate materials typically feel smooth, and their texture sets them apart from real pearls, which have a slightly gritty or rough surface. If you'd like help determining whether a piece of jewelry has real or fake pearls, seek the opinion of an experienced jeweler or certified appraiser. Shop a large collection of pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, cultured pearls are real pearls. However, they're not naturally occurring pearls. Instead, they come from oysters raised on farms and are the product of human intervention that encourages the development of pearls. Most pearls available on the market are cultured rather than natural. Shop a wide range of pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.