Pearl Clasps
2010s Choker Necklaces
Cultured Pearl
Vintage 1960s French Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Larimar, Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Freshwater Pearl, Peridot, Ruby, Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s Australian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau More Necklaces
Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, Zircon, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl
2010s American Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Modern Bracelets
Black Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian More Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s Australian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Carnelian, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 1890s British Victorian Chain Bracelets
Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Tourmaline, Silver, Sterling Si...
2010s Austrian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Onyx, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Bracelets
Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Modern More Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Silver
2010s Australian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Spinel, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Chain Necklaces
Cultured Pearl
Antique Early 1900s British Federal Chain Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Turquoise
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Artist Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Chain Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century American Anglo-Indian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Link Bracelets
Amethyst, Black Pearl, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
2010s Italian Link Necklaces
Amethyst, Natural Pearl, White Gold
2010s American Romantic Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Link Bracelets
Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Australian More Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Beaded Bracelets
South Sea Pearl, Gold
Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Wrist Watches
Natural Pearl, Platinum
2010s Italian Link Necklaces
Chalcedony, Natural Pearl
2010s Australian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Tourmaline, Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
2010s Italian Link Necklaces
Citrine, Jade, Natural Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
1990s German Modern More Necklaces
Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s Australian Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Gold
20th Century Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Pearl
2010s Thai Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Topaz, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, Silver
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold
European More Necklaces
Early 20th Century English Edwardian More Jewelry
Natural Pearl, Peridot, Ruby, 15k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Gold
2010s Australian Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Spinel, Gold, 18k G...
Antique 1860s Victorian Bangles
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Link Bracelets
Citrine, Jade, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Jade, Pearl, Sterling Silver
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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.
- What is a pearl clasp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- Do real pearls have a clasp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, real pearls can be on a strand with a clasp. The addition of a clasp has nothing to do with determining if the pearls are real or fake. The clasp is simply a design aspect for the piece of jewelry. Always purchase real pearls from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Shop a large collection of authentic pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To put a clasp on a pearl necklace, enlist the help of an experienced jeweler or jewelry repair shop. The strings commonly used to produce pearl necklaces are very delicate. Attempting to add a clasp on your own could damage your necklace. Find a variety of pearl necklaces on 1stDibs.
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