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Art Nouveau 9.50 Ct Diamond Natural Pearl 18 Kt Platinum Bracelet
Located in Napoli, IT
, making it quite a remarkable, collectable antique piece of jewellery
Pearls are of white body with silver
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Painted Porcelain Plaque Depicting an Orientalist Beauty, Signed Vienna
By Royal Vienna Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
dressed in silk, jewelry, pearls, and 24-karat raised gold and enamel, signed Vienna. This beautiful hand
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Chinoiserie Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Enamel
H 21.5 in W 18 in D 2 in
Antique Diamond Pearl Ruby Earrings 14K Certified Huge French Georgian 1700s
Located in Sylvania, GA
Antique Designer Jewelry, Pearls, Fine Tahitian Pearls, Black Opals, Natural Rubies, Miners Cut Diamonds
Category
Late 18th Century Unknown Georgian Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.23 Carat Diamond and South Sea Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
representation of this fine example of pearl jewellery/estate jewelry.
Pearl Quality
Type South Sea
Dimensions
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Pearl Sapphire Tourmaline Topaz and Ruby Charm Bracelet
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique 1900s natural pearl and gemstone, platinum and 18 karat
Category
Early 1900s Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Coral, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, Pl...
GEORGIAN 1760 England Ring In 16Kt Gold & Silver With Dutch Rose Cuts Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
a term that refers to certain styles of jewelry. Pearls, sapphires, rubies and garnets were widely
Category
1760s English George III Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, 15k Gold
GEORGIAN 1820 Antique Convertible Dangle Drops Earrings 18Kt Gold & Moonstones
Located in Miami, FL
refers to certain styles of jewelry. Pearls, sapphires, rubies and garnets were widely used in Georgian
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1820s English George IV Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Moonstone, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Georgian 1785 Antique Earrings in 15kt Gold and Enamel with 5.64 Ctw in Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Queen Victoria's rule), it is accepted in use as a term that refers to certain styles of jewelry. Pearls
Category
1780s English George IV Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Natural Saltwater Pearl and Diamond, 15k Yellow Gold Brooch / Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
/estate jewelry.
Pearl Quality
Type Natural Saltwater
Shape Button (Half Drilled)
Content 5.11 carats
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
H 0.4 in W 0.83 in L 1.23 in
GIA Antique Australian Opal 14K Pendant Natural Vintage Necklace Solid Gold Fine
Located in Sylvania, GA
Specializing in Fine Vintage Antique Designer Jewelry, Pearls, Fine Tahitian Pearls, Black Opals, Natural
Category
19th Century Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
W 1.5 in D 0.52 in L 1.58 in
Georgian Era Silver Brooch Pearl Diamond 9k Gold Antique Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
culture of 18th and early 19th-century Europe.
About Pearl Jewelry:
Pearls have a special place in
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Early 1800s Unknown Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold, Silver
GEORGIAN 1810 England Blue Enameled Pendant In Silver Gold & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
styles of jewelry. Pearls, sapphires, rubies and garnets were widely used in Georgian jewellery, often
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1810s English George IV Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel, 15k Gold
Georgian 1820 Antique Convertible Brooch 18kt Gold 5.54 Ctw in Diamonds Emerald
Located in Miami, FL
rule), it is accepted in use as a term that refers to certain styles of jewelry. Pearls, sapphires
Category
1820s English George IV Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
H 0.91 in W 1.61 in L 1.69 in
GIA Blue Sapphire Unheated Sri Lanka Vintage Certified Loose Emerald 13.31 Cts
Located in Sylvania, GA
Specializing in Fine Vintage Antique Designer Jewelry, Pearls, Fine Tahitian Pearls, Black Opals, Natural
Category
19th Century Sri Lankan Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Platinum
W 0.45 in D 0.33 in L 0.58 in
18K Diamond Tahitian Pearl GIA Antique Pendant VS Old Mine Necklace 7.02 Cts
Located in Sylvania, GA
Designer Jewelry, Pearls, Fine Tahitian Pearls, Black Opals, Natural Rubies, Miners Cut Diamonds, Fine
Category
19th Century Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
GEORGIAN 1800 Antique Necklace Earrings Set In 18Kt Gold With 11.84 Ctw Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
refers to certain styles of jewelry. Pearls, sapphires, rubies and garnets were widely used in Georgian
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Early 1800s English Georgian Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
H 3.02 in W 1.81 in D 0.79 in L 17.5 in
England 1810 Georgian Battersea Enamel Neoclassical Decorated Box
Located in Miami, FL
Victoria's rule), it is accepted in use as a term that refers to certain styles of jewelry. Pearls, sapphires
Category
1810s English George IV Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Bronze, Enamel
English Georgian 1780 Ring in 14 Kt Gold and Silver with Diamonds and Turquoise
Located in Miami, FL
term that refers to certain styles of jewelry. Pearls, sapphires, rubies and garnets were widely used
Category
1780s English Georgian Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Turquoise, White Diamond, Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Thomas Barker 1825 London Georgian Pair of Fruit Spoons in Gilded .925 Sterling
By Thomas Wilkes Barker
Located in Miami, FL
accepted in use as a term that refers to certain styles of jewelry. Pearls, sapphires, rubies and garnets
Category
18th Century English George IV Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
H 875 in W 1.72 in D 1.1 in
England 1780 Georgian Battersea Enamel Baroque Decorated Box in Gilded Bronze
Located in Miami, FL
is accepted in use as a term that refers to certain styles of jewelry. Pearls, sapphires, rubies and
Category
1780s English George III Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Bronze, Enamel
H 1.93 in W 3.65 in D 2.17 in
GIA Emerald Platinum 18K Colombian Diamond Pendant VS Cert Old Mine Antique
Located in Sylvania, GA
Jewelry, Pearls, Fine Tahitian Pearls, Black Opals, Natural Rubies, Miners Cut Diamonds, Fine Colombian
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
England 1770 Georgian Battersea Enamel Decorated Box in Sterling Silver
By Battersea
Located in Miami, FL
term that refers to certain styles of jewelry. Pearls, sapphires, rubies and garnets were widely used
Category
1770s English Georgian Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
H 1.72 in W 2.75 in D 2.04 in
Antique Pearl Pendant Locket Oval 14K Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Antique Pearl Pendant Locket Oval 14K Gold
This gorgeous vintage locket/ pendant is finely
Category
1890s Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Seed Pearl Bracelet Antique 16K Gold Mesh Cuff
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Pearl Bracelet, 16K Gold Bracelet (carefully tested and guaranteed). Twelve natural creamy white seed
Category
1890s Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Yakov Heller Silver Mabe Pearl 3 Piece Jewelry Set
Located in New York, NY
A vintage electroform sterling silver and mabe pearls three-piece jewelry set by Yakov Heller, an
Category
19th Century Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Pearl, Silver
Victorian Diamond Pearl Bracelet 14K Gold & Silver Bangle 4.44 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Victorian Diamond Pearl Bracelet 14K Gold & Silver Bangle 4.44 TDW
This amazing Victorian bracelet
Category
1890s Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Sentimental Jewellery Love Token Pearl 14 K Gold Heart Brooch Pendant
Located in Munich, Bavaria
oriental saltwater seed pearls. This brooch is a very versatile piece of jewellery, not only can it be worn
Category
1880s American Belle Époque Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Pearl & Glass Alice Caviness Jewelry Set Earrings Bracelet & Pin
By Alice Caviness
Located in Jacksonville, FL
: B2 / P3
Embrace the allure of the past with this exquisite Antique Pearl, Glass, and Rhinestone
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Pearl
Victorian 14k Gold Silver Turquoise Diamond Pearl Bow Brooch Pin Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Victorian 14k gold and silver turquoise bow brooch, featuring diamonds and pearls.
An amazing mix
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Edwardian Pearl and Diamond Silver Gold Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautifully hand crafted Diamond and Pearl Ring combines classic Edwardian style with the symmetry
Category
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver, Gold
Drop Earring Brooch Ring Jewelry Set Gold Turquoises Pearls Diamond, Vienna 1890
By Viennese Manufactory
Located in Vienna, AT
LATE VICTORIAN (= VIENNESE LATEST HISTORICISM) GOLDEN JEWELRY SET:
PAIR OF EARRINGS as well as RING
Category
Late 19th Century Austrian Late Victorian Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Antique Edwardian Negligee Necklace Opal Diamond Pearl Platinum Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
clarity). The opal measures 8.5mm x 4mm (estimated at 0.50 carats). The pearl measures 7.5mm. The opal is
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Platinum, Sterling Silver
H 1.75 in W 0.5 in L 15.5 in
Edwardian Diamond and Pearl Gold Crossover Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely crafted Edwardian Diamond and Pearl 'Toi et Moi' Bypass 14k Gold Ring
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Pearl, Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Pearl and Diamond Edwardian Gold Solitaire Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely Hand crafted Edwardian 14K Yellow Gold Ring. Centering an 8.5mm Pearl
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Pearl, Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Original Art Nouveau Jewellery Cross natural Pearl Diamond Pendant with Chain
Located in Viena, Viena
fine antique jewellery cross pendant with chain in 585 white gold and yellow gold, solid
Category
1920s European Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 14k Gold
W 1.11 in D 0.12 in L 1.89 in
Akoya Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
Gemstone: Akoya Pearl
Gemstone Measurements: Ranging from 3-3.5 mm to 4-4.5 mm
Gemstone Color: Pearl
Category
Early 20th Century American Artisan Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Pearl, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Edwardian Peridot and Pearl Gold Swag Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Exquisite Edwardian Swag Necklace, beautifully worked Peridot and pearl medallions, linking gold
Category
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Pearl, Peridot, 14k Gold, Gold
Antique Victorian Krementz Amethyst Pearl Pendant Brooch 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian amethyst & seed pearl pendant/brooch (circa 1880s to 1900s
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian Diamond Seed Pearl Platinum Bib Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Outstanding Edwardian Diamond and Seed Pearl Platinum Swag Bib Necklace, linking
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Amethyst Heart Pearl Gold Vintage Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautifully! Victorian Amethyst Hearts and Seed Pearl Gold Necklace. Hand set with 3
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian Bracelet Pearl Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Bangle Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
0.25 carats (estimated at K-L color and SI2-I1 clarity). The seed pearls measure approx. 1.5mm (note
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century English Rosewood & Mother of Pearl Jewelry Box
Located in Pearland, TX
A superb antique Victorian English rosewood jewellery box with fitted interior, a removable inner
Category
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood
Sapphire and Citrine Briolettes Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Fabulous Art Nouveau Free-form Teardrop Pearl in 14k yellow gold handmade mounting of floral
Category
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Citrine, Sapphire, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Huge Double Heart Pendant Antique Victorian 10k Gold Seed Pearls Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
approx. 1mm seed pearls adorn the double hearts.
The large oval pendant highlights two seed pearl set
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
26.52 Carat Garnet 1.23 Carat Diamond Pearl and 15k Yellow Gold Jewellery Suite
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
yellow gold jewellery set; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections.
This
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1890s Unknown Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Yellow Gold
H 0.47 in W 1.1 in L 1.42 in
Victorian Banded Agate and Natural Pearl Locket Back Pendant
By Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection
Located in Stamford, CT
The fine quality of the natural pearl and banded agate locket made me stopped me in my tracks when
Category
1860s English Victorian Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Agate, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold
Antique Micro Mosaic and Seed Pearl Gold Dangle Earrings Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful Victorian Micro Mosaic Seed Pearl Drop Earrings. Set with 2 Micro Mosaic discs and
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond and Pearl Antique Sterling Silver on Gold Pendant Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant and finely detailed Antique Victorian Diamond and Pearl Pendant Necklace
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Seed Pearl Ring Conversion 14k Yellow Gold Sz 5.5 Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Originally an antique Victorian era stick pin (circa 1880s to 1900s), the seed pearl ring is
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian Diamond Pearl Ring Moi et Toi 18k Gold Silver Topped Jewelry 9
Located in Torrance, CA
example of Edwardian era jewelry. The two stone diamond & pearl 'Moi et Toi' design is a French term for
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Chinese Hardwood Jewelry Box with Mother of Pearl Inlay, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
jewelry, each drawer filled with jades, pearls, coral necklaces, and hair pins. The front is adorned with
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Brass
14ct Yellow Gold Art Deco Pearl Brooch with Cultured Pearls
Located in London, GB
gold with cultured pearls, it exudes timeless elegance. The pearls are expertly cut with excellent
Category
19th Century Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold
Vintage Hand Painted Mother of Pearl Gold Diamond Blue Sapphire Dangle Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Vintage pair of hand painted pear shape Mother of Pearls measuring 32x55 mm depicting a ,flock of
Category
Early 1900s Chinese Arts and Crafts Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique English Mother of Pearl Inlaid Table Cabinet Jewelry Box with Lap Desk
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique Japanese Mother of Pearl inlaid jewelry box w lap desk
This item includes restricted
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19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl
H 12.5 in W 12 in D 10 in
1920s Mother of Pearl Fine Pearls Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cufflinks
Located in Poitiers, FR
featuring 2 mother-of-pearl discs supporting a circle of rose-cut diamonds and a small, supposedly fine
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique Pin Brooch Pearl, 1900
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Fine Antique Pin Brooch with a Natural Pearl. Created around 1900. Back in the day such pin
Category
Early 1900s Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Pearl
Victorian Pearl Bar Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a Victorian 15ct gold bar brooch. The brooch features a central pearl set star with a pearl
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Palais Royal gilt bronze and mother of pearl jewellery casket or trinket box
Located in London, GB
A very good quality and unusual Palais Royal gilt bronze and mother of pearl jewellery casket or
Category
Early 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
H 3.55 in W 7.88 in D 9.06 in
Antique English Victorian Coromandel and Mother of Pearl Jewellery Box
Located in Northampton, GB
Coromandel and Mother of Pearl Jewellery Box. The Jewellery Box of rectangular shape beautifully veneered in
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Late 19th Century English High Victorian Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Shell, Wood
H 4.93 in W 11.82 in D 8.67 in
Antique Natural Pearl Stick Pin
Located in London, GB
Here we have sleek stick pin featuring a single white pearl set on a slender platinum stem. The
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Early 1900s Antique Jewelry Pearls
Materials
Pearl, Platinum
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Antique Jewelry Pearls For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of antique jewelry pearls. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold. Our selection of items includes 9087 vintage examples as well as 2 contemporary versions. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. The designs in our inventory of antique jewelry pearls bearing Victorian or Edwardian hallmarks are very popular. Tiffany & Co., Krementz & Co and Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Today, if you’re looking for round cut antique jewelry pearls and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes old european cut and rose cut alternatives. If you’re browsing the variety of antique jewelry pearls for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.
How Much are Antique Jewelry Pearls?
Prices for antique jewelry pearls start at $45 and top out at $550,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $2,505.
Questions About Antique Jewelry Pearls
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Pearl jewelry can last for generations as long as it is properly cared for. Avoid letting your pearl jewelry come into contact with lotions, perfumes or hair products. Always handle it with clean hands and clean it gently with a soft cloth occasionally. Avoid wearing it with other necklaces that can scratch it. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and new pearl jewelry.
- Is Honora jewelry real pearl?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024Yes, Honora jewelry is real pearl. The American jewelry maker produces pieces out of freshwater cultured pearls. A cultured pearl is a real pearl, but it isn't the same as a natural pearl, which mollusks produce on their own. Instead, cultured pearls develop inside mollusks with the help of some human intervention. Naturally occurring pearls are actually very rare, so many high-end jewelry companies utilize cultured pearls in the same way that Honora does. Shop a variety of Honora pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022All Mikimoto pearl jewelry is marked with either ‘Mikimoto’ or their ‘M’ logo. The pearls used by Mikimoto are exceptional in quality, with lustrous, thick nacre, beautifully round shape and no color imperfections. Shop a wide range of professionally authenticated Mikimoto pieces from top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Seed pearls are small pearls that get their name from their diminutive size. They’re sometimes used in jewelry today but were most popular during the 18th and 19th centuries. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique and modern seed pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024The process of telling an antique pearl varies based on whether it is set in jewelry or loose. In the case of jewelry, you can look for a maker's mark and then conduct online research to find out when the company existed and made similar pieces. To be considered an antique, pearl jewelry must be at least 100 years old. In the case of a loose pearl or if you have difficulty performing research on your item, experts recommend consulting a certified appraiser, knowledgeable jeweler or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique pearl jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify antique jewelry, first try to locate any maker's markings. These may be found in a variety of inconspicuous locations, such as the insides of rings, the clasps of bracelets and chains and the backs of clip-on earrings, pendants and brooches. You can find trustworthy online reference guides that make searching for makers using their hallmarks easy. Once you have determined who produced your jewelry, learn about the creator and estimate approximately when they made your item. If your jewelry is at least 100 years old, it is antique. Alternatively, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist in dating your jewelry. Find a wide range of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024To tell if jewelry is antique, look for its hallmarks. You will usually find them in inconspicuous areas, such as on clasps, the backs of pendants or the insides of bracelets and rings. Once you have located the hallmarks, use trusted online resources to identify the maker and find out when they were active. Pieces produced more than 100 years ago are antique. If you need assistance dating a particular piece, enlist the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Find a large collection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is antique paste jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Paste jewelry is made out of a special type of flint glass that emulates several gemstones. Paste is a hand-cut glass that is polished with metal powder until it gleams like a gem. Paste jewelry was popular as a cheaper alternative to diamonds during the Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian eras, as well as the Art Deco period. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage paste jewelry.
- Are antique pearls worth money?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Some antique pearls are worth money. How much a particular piece is worth depends on its age, style, type, maker and condition. The majority of antique pearls are likely to be uncultured pearls, as Kokichi Mikimoto didn't introduce the world's first true cultured pearl, produced by oysters with assistance from humans, until 1893. Generally, uncultured pearls are worth more than cultured ones. To learn more about your jewelry and find out what it could be worth, consult a certified appraiser, experienced jeweler or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of antique pearl jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To know if your antique jewelry is valuable, you can consult trusted online resources to see what similar pieces have sold for in the past. It is important to note that the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. Jewelry of a certain historical period will be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with a precious gemstone may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and give you a price estimate. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, BVLGARI and others. Shop a collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, some antique jewelry does go up in value. It is important to note that demand as well as the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. A certain historical period’s jewelry may be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with precious gems may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and estimate its value. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, BVLGARI and others. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.
- Is antique jewelry worth money?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, some antique jewelry is worth money. Precious metals and gemstones like platinum, gold, silver, diamonds and emeralds have value on their own. Even costume jewelry made of less expensive materials may prove valuable due to its style or maker. Because the condition also impacts the potential value of antique pieces, you may wish to have your jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In antique jewelry, the term “paste” means glass finished in a way that allows it to resemble natural gemstones. To produce paste, artisans polish it for long periods of time with metal powder. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique paste jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023To tell if antique jewelry is real, first look for hallmarks that may signify the maker. You can then use trusted online resources to find out what to look for to verify authenticity. If the jewelry doesn't have hallmarks, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or licensed dealer. An expert can evaluate your jewelry, tell you whether it is a genuine antique and provide information about its materials and approximate value. Explore a large selection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Jewelry is considered antique once it is 100 years old. Pieces that are 20 to 99 years old are vintage. Contemporary is the term used to describe jewelry that is less than 20 years old. Explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if antique jewelry is real gold, you can first perform a simple home test. Position a magnet near the jewelry. Since gold isn't naturally magnetic, the attraction between the magnet and your piece usually indicates that your jewelry is, at most, gold-plated or crafted out of an entirely different metal. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can also help you determine what your antique jewelry is made of. Shop a diverse assortment of antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.