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Bochic “Orient” White Pearls Multi Color Fancy Sapphires 18K In Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” White South Sea Pearls & Multi Color Fancy Rose Cut Sapphires Earrings Set In 18K
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Purple S...

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Pearl Multi Sapphire Dragon Bangle Set In 18K Go
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
South Sea Pearl Black Tahiti Pearl The bangle has an open and close leaver and fits perfectly. This
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Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Bangles

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Green Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire,...

Bochic “Orient” Baroque Pearl Bamboo Coral Earrings Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
gemstones such as Ruby, Emerald, Fancy Color Sapphires, and Baroque white South Sea natural pearls, further
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Capri” Multi Sapphire Tahiti Pearl Ring Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Sri Lanka - 7 Carats Round Brilliant shapes Colors: Pink,Yellow,Red,Orange,Blue South Sea Tahiti
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

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Pearl, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Green Sa...

Bochic “Orient” Multi Sapphire Pearl Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Fancy Sapphires Oval Shape 4 carats Colors: Blue, Pink, Yellow, Green and Red White South Sea Pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

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Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sa...

Tahitian Pearl Diamond Enhancer in 18K Gold with 18" Baroque Akoya Necklace
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
pearls (Tahitian, Akoya and South Sea) -- no freshwater and nothing from China. He buys pearls directly
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Go...

Bochic “Orient” Baroque Pearl Multi Sapphires Ring Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Baroque Pearl & Multi Sapphires Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Baroque South Sea
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sa...

Bochic “Orient” Retro Pearl, Ruby Multi Gem Earrings Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
2 carat South Sea Pearls The earrings from the "Orient" traveling collection are the epitome of
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Retro Clip-on Earrings

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Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gol...

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Pearl Multi Sapphire Dragon Bangle Set In 18K Go
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
color sapphires from Sri Lanka 3 Carat Colors: Pink, Orange, Blue, Rose, Yellow, Green White South
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Late 20th Century Thai Greek Revival Bangles

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gr...

Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Pearl Multi Color Sapphires Set In 18 K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Pearl & Multi Color Sapphires Set In 18 K Gold & Silver Tahiti South Sea
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

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Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Go...

Bochic “Orient” Pearl, Coral Fancy Sapphire Earrings Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Blue topaz - 1.50 carat Natural multi color sapphires - 1 carats Baroque South Sea white pearls
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, G...

Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Sapphire, Opal, Pearl Multi Gem Cuff Set In 18K Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Red Ruby Green Peridot White Topaz Pink Sapphire Lilac Sapphire South Sea Pearl 15 Carats The
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Bangles

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Yellow Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphi...

Bochic “Orient” Coral, Pearl Vintage Mint Jade Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Pearls White Color with Pink Tone (Salmon Pressed Coral is not Sea Coral and does not need a permit
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Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Drop Earrings

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Coral, Jade, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Art Nouveau-Style Dangle Earrings in 18 Karat Gold with Silver Akoya Pearls
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
7mm each, from our trusted pearl dealer, Seven Seas Pearls. Seven Seas deals only in saltwater pearls
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2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eostre Ruby, Type A Jadeite and Diamond Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
A 11.6 mm deep golden south sea pearl is set in the middle of a floral motif pendant in 18k yellow
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2010s Oceanic Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Capri” Flower Coral Pearl Earrings Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
South sea Pearl with pink tone Salmon coral drop The earrings from the "Capri” traveling collection
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Capri” Rose Sapphires, Opal, Ruby Pearl Ring Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
: Yellow, Orange, Blue, Green and Pink South Sea Round Pearl White Color with Pink Tone Blue Natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

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Emerald, Opal, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yell...

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Coral, Pearl Mint Jade Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
as Ruby, Emerald, Fancy Color Sapphires, and Baroque white South Sea natural pearls, further
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Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Drop Earrings

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Coral, Jade, Pearl, Silver, 18k Gold

Estate 14k Pearl Necklace 17"
Located in Narberth, PA
A classically beautiful Estate pearl necklace! This colorful piece is comprised of 9mm South Sea
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Capri” Rose Cut Sapphires Pearl Earrings Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Lanka 2 Carats Baroque South Sea Gray Pearls from Tahiti with Pink Tone The earrings from the "Capri
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Drop Earrings

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Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Natural Emerald Tahiti Pearl Ring Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Natural Emerald & Tahiti Pearl Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural South Sea
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

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Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Capri” Rose Cut White Topaz Pearl Earrings Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Rose Cut White Topaz & Pearl Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver Baroque South Sea
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Capri” Classic, Sapphire, Topaz Pearl Earrings Set In 18K Gold &Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon Sapphires from Sri Lanka - 12 Carats White Natural Square cut Topaz - 7 Carats South sea Baroque
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Byzantine Drop Earrings

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Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Genuine Freshwater Edison Pearl Necklace with 14K Gold Clasp
Located in Chesterland, OH
nucleus, similar to high-end saltwater pearls like South Sea and Tahitian. This method allows them to grow
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

The Bochic "Orient" Pearl, Rubies Sapphires Pendant Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
gemstones such as ruby, emerald, fancy color sapphires, and baroque south sea natural pearls. The collection
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Brooches

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Opal, Sapphire, Pearl, Ruby, Silver, 18k Gold, Gold Plate

Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Sapphire, Southsea Pearl Necklace Set in 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
sapphires, and baroque white south sea natural pearls. The collection offers fantastic price points, making
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Drop Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Capri” Blue Sapphire Tahiti Pearl Earrings Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
carats Cabochon shapes Red/ Pink Rubies - 2 carats Emerald cuts From Sri Lanka South Sea Tahiti
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

BOCHIC “Capri” Pink Sapphire, Emerald Ethiopian Opal Set in 22k Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
, like Ruby, Emerald, Fancy color Sapphires and Baroque white south sea natural pearls. The price points
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Belle Époque Drop Necklaces

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Emerald, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 22k Gold, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Tahiti Pearl Multi Sapphire Ring Set 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Rose Cut Natural Multi Color Sapphires - 2 Carats Black South Sea Tahiti Pearl, Gray color, Pink tone
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Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

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Pearl, Black Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapph...

AENEA GIA Cert. 7.75ct. Conch Pearl 18k Gold Rubies Diamonds Trembling Brooch
By AENEA Jewellery
Located in Salzburg, AT
It all started with an amazing GIA certified 7.75ct. Conch Pearl... After seeing the pearl, Costan
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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Brooches

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Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Yello...

Bochic “Orient” Red Ruby Black Tahiti Pearl Ring Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Red Rubies - 8 Carats Black Natural Tahiti Pearl Gray Color with Pink tone This Ring is from the
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Retro Cocktail Rings

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Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Red Ruby Black Tahiti Pearl Ring Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Red Rubies - 8 Carats Black Natural Tahiti Pearl Gray Color with Pink tone This Ring is from the
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Tahiti Pearl Multi Color Sapphire Ring Set 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Natural Multi Color Sapphires - 2 Carats Black South Sea Tahiti Pearl, Gray color, Pink tone The Ring
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

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Pearl, Black Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapph...

Still Life in Wire Basket, Basket Filled with Sea Shells Architectural Tools
Located in Chicago, IL
varied textures, shapes and colors of the objects are rendered with careful detail, from the pale pink
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2010s American Modern Contemporary Art

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Paint

Pearl and Multi-Color Sapphire Floral Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Exquisite and unique multi gemstone floral ring. Center South Sea pearl surrounded by 3.55ct of
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

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Pearl, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Gold Fred Paris Tulip/Rose Brooch, Pendant with Diamonds, Ruby Pearl
By Fred Paris
Located in Antwerp, BE
brilliant cut diamonds Pearl: 1 South Sea Pearl with a diameter of 10.8 mm Material: 18kt white gold
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20th Century Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Pearl Flower Brooch
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Diamond Pearl Flower Brooch. The brooch features an 11.5mm South Sea
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Retro Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby Multi Sapphire Pearl Ring Set 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Red Natural Red Ruby 4 carats South Sea Pearl This Ring is from the "Orient" traveling collection
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20th Century Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

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Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18...

Seaman Schepps 1970 New York Rare Bracelet in 18Kt Gold with Red Coral and Pearl
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Miami, FL
South-sea semi round baroque pearls of different tonalities such; Gray, White, Pink and light Rose. Has
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Vintage 1970s Modernist Link Bracelets

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Coral, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Pearl Multi Sapphire Ring Set 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Red Ruby 4 carats South Sea Pearl This Ring is from the "Orient" traveling collection are the
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20th Century Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

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Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18...

AAA+ Tahiti Southsea Necklace Wow What Colors Gold Mocha Pistachio Grey 12-15 mm
Located in Viena, Viena
Top quality 33 round tahitian and southsea cultured pearl necklace in the most beautiful natural
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2010s Modern Choker Necklaces

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Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Stainless Steel

Bochic “Orient” Multi Sapphire White Pearls Earrings Set 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
& Silver Natural Rose Cut Multi Color Sapphires from Sri Lanka 4 carat Baroque south sea pearls The
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sa...

Diamond Platinum Quatrefoil Post Earrings with Baroque Silver Akoya Pearl Drops
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
trusted pearl dealer going back decades. Seven Seas deals only in saltwater pearls (Tahitian, South Sea
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2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Platinum

Bochic “Capri” Coral, Pearl Rose Cut Sapphire Earrings Set18K Gold Silver
Located in New York, NY
White South sea Pearl with pink tone Salmon coral drop Rose Cut Multi color Sapphire from Sri Lanka
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, G...

Bochic “Capri” Opal, Rose Cut Sapphires Pearl Earrings Set 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Color Sapphires, and Baroque white South Sea natural pearls, further accentuating their beauty. One of
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Drop Earrings

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gr...

Silver Akoya Pearl 18" Necklace with 14K Carved Lapis Dragon Enhancer Pendant
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
with saltwater pearls -- Akoya, South Sea and Tahitian. These hefty 9mm pearls have excellent luster
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Brown Tahitian Pearl with 14k Gold Sapphire Bale on Iolite Quartz Necklace
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
. Mr. Hajjar deals only with saltwater pearls -- akoya, South Sea and Tahitian -- and he buys directly
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Iolite, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Sapphire, Gold, 14k ...

A 14mm Australian Cultured Pearl and 3.62cts Diamond Brooch, 18k white gold
Located in SYDNEY, AU
An Australian Cultured South Sea pearl and diamond brooch made in 18ct white gold, set with a
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2010s Australian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Retro Pearl Multi Sapphire Ring Set 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
. It features exquisite gemstones such as Fancy Color Sapphires, and Baroque white South Sea natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sa...

Bochic “Orient” Pearl Multi Sapphire Vintage Cluster Ring Set 18K Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Pearl & Multi Sapphire Vintage Cluster Ring Set 18K & Silver South sea pearl Red
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

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Amethyst, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sa...

Two-Piece 18K Gold 14mm Baroque Tahitian Pearl Pendant on Apatite/Iolite Chain
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
, George Hajjar at Seven Seas Pearls in downtown Los Angeles. Mr. Hajjar deals only with Tahitian, South
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Apatite, Iolite, Cultured Pearl, Black Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Go...

Moiseikin 18 Karat White Gold Ruby Sapphire Pearl Cocktail Earrings
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
sapphires and Rubies which were all cut in diamond facet. Pink shades of Akoya pearls and South Sea Pearls
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21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

17" Necklace of 12mm to 14mm Edison Pearls with Oversized 14K Gold Toggle Clasp
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
been able to produce a freshwater pearl that rivals South Sea pearls for size and Tahitian pearls for
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1950s 14k White Gold Pearl and Diamond Bracelet Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
expensive compared to freshwater. The most popular saltwater pearls are Akoya, Tahitian and South Sea pearls
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Beaded Bracelets

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Cornelian, Jade, Aquamarine Pearl Necklace Set 1
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Ruby - 18 Carats Aquamarine - 6 Carats White South Sea Baroque Pearl Cornelian Jade This Bochic
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Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Drop Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Jade, Aquamarine, Silver, 18k Gold

Italian 5 Strand Vintage Graduated White Black PEARL Diamond 18k W Gold NECKLACE
Located in New York, NY
diamonds. The pearls measure approximately mm each, dyed Grey cultured pearls with green and pink overtones
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tahitian Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings 0.61 Carat 18 Karat Yellow Gold 11-12MM
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
changed to South Sea, Gold or Pink Freshwater DM for more info and pictures.
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

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South Sea Pearls In Pink For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the south sea pearls in pink you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold. Finding an appealing south sea pearls in pink — no matter the origin — is easy, but Yoko London, Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA and Jane Magon Collections each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut and bead alternatives. Most of our south sea pearls in pink for sale are for women, but there are 1 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a South Sea Pearls In Pink?

On average, a south sea pearls in pink at 1stDibs sells for $5,190, while they’re typically $2,240 on the low end and $30,280 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

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 South Sea Pearls In Pink
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify South Sea pearls, you can compare their size to other pearls. Normally, ones that originate from the South Sea are much larger. Because it can be difficult to determine pearl type based on sight alone, consider using the services of a licensed jewelry appraiser. On 1stDibs, find a selection of expertly vetted South Sea pearl jewelry.