Natural Uncultured Pearl
Akoya Pearl Necklace 20", Sumptuous
Luxurious, Uncultured Quality, Circa 1940
Located in Northampton, MA
imperfections associated with natural, uncultured pearls.
It should be said, these are also qualities
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South Sea Keshi, Baroque Tahitian, Vintage Akoya,
Gemstone Necklace 36"
Located in Northampton, MA
composition, Kwshi pearls are identical to natural, uncultured pearls. But because they are an accidental side
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L 36 in
Georgian Stuart Crystal Earrings with Large Natural Saltwater Baroque Pearls
Located in Northampton, MA
natural, uncultured pearls and early cultured pearls that were left longer in the water to develop the
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GIA Certified Natural Pearl
Diamond Brooch Victorian
Located in Northampton, MA
natural (uncultured) saltwater pearls. There no hallmarks on this piece which is not uncommon for jewelry
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Antique 1890s American Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Imperial Topaz
Pearl Gold Ring Certified Untreated, London, 1843 Size 10.5
Located in Northampton, MA
natural, untreated pink topaz gemstone is surrounded by a halo of natural uncultured saltwater pearls, all
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GIA Certified Natural Saltwater Pearl Necklace
Located in Northampton, MA
This GIA-certified 23' necklace is composed of 211 natural, uncultured saltwater pearls. The
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Materials
Natural Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold
Akoya Pearl Double Strand Necklace
Located in Northampton, MA
beauty of both natural, uncultured pearls and cultured Akoya pearls from the midcentury, when pearls
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold
Men
s Pearl Ring Bespoke South Sea Pearl
Gold
Located in Northampton, MA
separate and apart from the bead-nucleated cultured pearl. Like a natural, uncultured pearl, a Keshi pearl
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Midcentury Akoya Pearl Double Strand Necklace Ming
s
Located in Northampton, MA
pearls feel this way for a variety of reasons. I love natural uncultured pearls for their luminous beauty
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Mid-20th Century Modern Beaded Necklaces
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Mikimoto Original Strand of First Viable Cultured Pearls, circa 1920s
By Mikimoto
Located in Northampton, MA
astounding and I say this as somebody who generally prefers natural, uncultured pearls. The quality of a
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Vintage 1920s Japanese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
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Diamond, Uncultured Pearl, Fine Jade, Platinum Necklace, Art Deco GIA Certified
Located in Northampton, MA
precious gems on earth: natural pearl and natural, untreated jadeite jade. The sleek and permanently
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Materials
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Akoya Pearl Necklace Double Strand, circa 1950s
Located in Northampton, MA
ripples and dimples as features -it's why these pearls more closely resemble natural, uncultured pearls
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Silver
Victorian Amethyst Ring for Divination, Scrying, Soothsaying or Just Fashion
Located in Northampton, MA
decorative hybrid of the two. Tiny natural (uncultured) pearls are securely set into the "nest" that holds
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Art Deco Solitaire Rings
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Pearl Necklace Strand Cultured Multi-Color Chinese Freshwater
Located in Northampton, MA
" in length and is finished with a simple silver clasp.
I love pearls. I have collected natural
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2010s Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
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Edwardian Natural Pearl Necklace Diamond Clasp Certified Natural Pearls
Located in Northampton, MA
Kingdom's Gem & Pearl Laboratory to be completely natural (uncultured) saltwater pearls. This exceedingly
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Beaded Necklaces
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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
GIA Certified Natural Clam Pearl Ring
Located in Northampton, MA
natural -meaning, uncultured- and has undergone no treatments.
The white pearl displays a subtle but
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Antique Natural River Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in Northampton, MA
magnificent ring is as beautiful as it is unusual. Natural (uncultured) freshwater river pearls are rare and
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Cluster Rings
Materials
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Natural Pearl Ring GIA Certified Victorian Solitaire Engagement
Located in Northampton, MA
A glorious, pure, and natural uncultured and undrilled saltwater pearl resides within the secure
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Late Victorian Solitaire Rings
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Natural Pearl Ring in Platinum GIA Certified Art Deco
Located in Northampton, MA
This rare and wonderful Art Deco ring features a pair of luminous natural, uncultured saltwater
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
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Victorian Locket Pendant Miniature Envelope on Silver Chain with Natural Pearls
Located in Northampton, MA
with natural, uncultured freshwater pearls. And because I believe this envelope pendant is American in
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Antique 1890s American Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Natural Pearl, Silver
Natural Saltwater Pearl Necklace for an Infant
Located in Northampton, MA
uncultured saltwater pearls.
This is quite a rare necklace, both because it is made entirely from natural
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Silver
Natural Pearl
Diamond Brooch Shaped like an Iris. Incredible Quality.
Located in Northampton, MA
plastic thingy is prefab and you can remove it.
Four baroque natural, uncultured river pearls -gleaming
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
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Diamond, Pearl Ring GIA Certified Natural, Edwardian, Black Starr and Frost
Located in Northampton, MA
This is a magnificent Edwardian Era (circa 1905) GIA-certified natural (uncultured) saltwater pearl
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GIA Certified Natural Saltwater Pearl Necklace for a Child
Located in Northampton, MA
, uncultured saltwater pearls. The brief 15" length of the necklace and tiny size of the pearls —ranging from
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Estate Cultured Akoya Pearl Necklace from Italy 38"
Located in Northampton, MA
with their thick nacre, gives the pearls the look of natural, uncultured saltwater pearls. It's quite a
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Victorian Gold Turquoise and Pearl Cluster Ring
Located in Madison area, WI
- 18k yellow gold, eight 2.5 mm Persian turquoise cabochons, one 4 mm natural (uncultured) pearl
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Natural Uncultured Pearl For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact natural uncultured pearl you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of 18k gold, gold and platinum, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect natural uncultured pearl 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 carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Creating a natural uncultured pearl has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Tom Castor are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for a bead version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes old european cut and old mine cut alternatives. Most of our natural uncultured pearl for sale are for women, but there are 9 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a Natural Uncultured Pearl?
Prices for a natural uncultured pearl can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $2,000 and can go as high as $26,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,920.
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 Natural Uncultured Pearl
- 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.
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