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Biwa Pearl Birdie Stickpin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Charming Biwa Pearl Birdie on branch stickpin brooch, made from irregular biwa pearls with ruby
Category
Vintage 1950s American Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
Abstract Biwa Pearl Centipede Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Charming, Abstract Biwa Pearl Centipede Brooch set in 14k gold with garnet set feet. Abstract
Category
Vintage 1960s American Artisan Brooches
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage Biwa Pearl and Baroque Pearl Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
14 to 16mm.
The size of the Biwa pearls varies from 30 to 37mm.
The color of the pearls is silver
Category
20th Century Japanese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl
Biwa Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Biwa Pearl diamond yellow gold pendant necklace, circa 1990s.
The Biwa Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold
Category
1990s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Charles Albert Sterling Silver Biwa Pearl Earrings #20499
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Charles Albert Sterling Silver Biwa Pearl Earrings -
These stunning earrings feature large
Category
20th Century Stud Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Yellow Gold Dyed Biwa Pearl Dangle Earrings
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Dyed Biwa Pearl Garnet Dangle Earrings. Custom lever-back earrings with four
Category
2010s American Retro Dangle Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Biwa Pearl Dangle Earrings
Located in Palm Desert, CA
and eye-catching design. Each earring is adorned with silver Biwa pearls, two 4mm round white gold
Category
2010s American Retro Dangle Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Estate Biwa Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Link Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Estate large Biwa Pearl Diamond yellow gold necklace, circa 1980s.
The Estate Large Biwa Pearl
Category
Vintage 1980s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Midcentury 18-Karat Yellow Gold Set with Diamonds and Biwa Pearls
Located in Beirut, LB
ring, made of 18 karat hammered gold with white Japanese Biwa pearls, set with brilliant-cut diamonds
Category
Vintage 1980s Lebanese Art Deco Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Gold
"Gresha" 18 Karat Yellow Gold and South Sea Biwa Pearl Pendant
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18k yellow gold and south sea biwa pearl pendant. this piece is created to look like an accorn
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Designer Art Glass Gemstone Biwa Pearl Bracelet
Located in Webster, SD
peacock biwa pearl, tourmaline, onyx and amethyst.
It is the creation of Aurora Glass Jewelry artist Patti
Category
1990s American Artisan Modern Bracelets
Materials
Sterling Silver
Yellow Gold Biwa Pearl Cocktail Solitaire Bypass Ring - 14k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information
Biwa Pearl
Style: Cocktail Solitaire Bypass
Features: Split Shoulders
Measurements
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
MHJ Biwa Pearl Necklace of Ask Suzy, Aileen Melhe
By MHJ Studio
Located in New York, NY
A one of a kind large statement necklace of Biwa pearls and sterling silver from the estate of
Category
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
AJD 20 Inch Gray Iridescent Biwa Pearl and Black Onyx necklace Great Gift!
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
20-Inch Gray Iridescent Biwa Pearl and Black Onyx Necklace with Silver Toggle Clasp
Elevate your
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Pearl, Silver, Mixed Metal
Midcentury Arthur King Biwa Pearl and Diamond Brooch / Pendant
By Arthur King
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
beautiful and lustrous Japanese Biwa pearls set in 18 karat yellow gold and diamonds scattered in a mass of
Category
Antique 19th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Biwa Pearls & Tourmaline Spacers w/ Intaglio Pendant - Matera III Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
A trail of creamy elongated Biwa Pearls have been separated with small rondelles of pink tourmaline
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Tourmaline, Silver
H 2.5 in W 1.12 in L 22.5 in
Necklace Gold Biwa Pearls Natural Crystal Amethyst
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Special rose Biwa natural pearls coming from Japan very rare one, crystal druzy amethyst gold 18kt
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
House of Sol African Mask Biwa Pearl Necklace with 24K Gold Filled HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
creative combinations or individual wear.
- Both necklaces feature rare-shaped natural biwa pearls
Category
2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver
Broches Coral Pearls Mother of Pearl Gold Filled
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Vintage mother of pearls buttons with coral branch different colors, Biwa pearls, grey fresh water
Category
2010s Italian Artist Brooches
Materials
Coral, Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate
Vintage Yvel Biwa Coin Pearl Earrings 18K White Gold + Diamonds, 14.5mm Pearls
By Yvel
Located in New York, NY
cultured Biwa pearls measuring approximately 14.5 mm each, with friction back posts. The pearls exhibit
Category
20th Century Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yvel Biwa Freshwater Pearl Teardrop Necklace in 18K White Gold
By Yvel
Located in Jerusalem, IL
’s legacy. This design, with 0.02 ct. diamonds, intertwines the timeless elegance of Biwa pearls with the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, White Gold
Vintage German Glass Beads and pearls, A Twist Earrings
By Aracheli Studio
Located in Monrovia, CA
with movement. They are composed of biwa pearls, amber colored glass beads, vintage twisted glass bead
Category
2010s American Art Deco Drop Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Brass, Gold Plate, Gold-filled, 24k Gold, 14k G...
1970s Gold Pearl and Diamond Freeform Pendant Brooch
By Arthur King
Located in Cincinnati, OH
pearl farmers began culturing freshwater pearls using the pearl mussels native to Lake Biwa. This lake
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modernist Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
18 Karat Gold Chrysoprase Diamond-Pearl Bracelet, René Kern, circa 1970
By René Kern
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Chrysoprase-Cabochons ca. 59.10 ct, 8 Biwa-Pearls und 64 brilliant cut diamonds of approximately 4.40 ct, G
Category
Vintage 1970s German Contemporary Retro Bracelets
Materials
Chrysophrase, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Garnet, Pearl Gold Wax Beads and handmade Garnet and Pearl center piece Necklace
Located in Jerusalem, IL
Beautiful 8 mm Round Garnet and wonky shaped Biwa Pearls.
The necklace is now 41 cm and can be adjusted
Category
2010s Asian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage German Glass beads Pearl Necklace
By Aracheli Studio
Located in Monrovia, CA
This necklace is composed of double Biwa pearls that are complimented with transparent colorful
Category
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
Gray Oblong Shape x Pearl Geometric Earrings
By Aracheli Studio
Located in Monrovia, CA
German Vintage Glass Beads that are edged with 24K gold. It is incorporated with Biwa freshwater pearls
Category
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
Antique Chain adorned with German Glass Beads & Pearls, Entwine Necklace
By Aracheli Studio
Located in Monrovia, CA
Biwa pearls. The necklace is finished with a 14K gold filled lobster clasp. The necklace can be
Category
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold-filled
Carrera Y Carrera 18KT YG Woman in Profile Earrings with .33CT Diamonds
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
with the face of a woman in profile. Her wavy hair is set with 0.33CT diamonds and a Biwa pearl. The
Category
1990s Spanish Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yvel Biwa Cultured Pearl Necklace with Accent Diamonds
By Yvel
Located in Dallas, TX
supports three Biwa cultured pearls and two round diamonds, all by famed designer Yvel!
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yvel Biwa Freshwater Coin Pearl Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
By Yvel
Located in Jerusalem, IL
round flat Freshwater coin pearls
* Artisanal textured finish on gold discs
* Reflecting the Biwa
Category
20th Century Israeli Drop Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Yellow Gold
Yvel Biwa Freshwater Pearl Lariat Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By Yvel
Located in Jerusalem, IL
This enchanting 18k yellow gold necklace from Yvel’s Biwa Collection cascades with Freshwater
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Yellow Gold
Yvel Biwa Freshwater Coin Pearl Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By Yvel
Located in Jerusalem, IL
of serenity found in Lake Biwa’s waters. A duo of round Freshwater coin pearls are joined by a swirl
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Yvel Biwa Freshwater Coin Pearl Lariat Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By Yvel
Located in Jerusalem, IL
This 18K yellow gold necklace from the Biwa Collection is a harmonious blend of tradition and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Pendant Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Yvel Biwa Pear Shaped Freshwater Pearl Lariat Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By Yvel
Located in Jerusalem, IL
Evoking the golden hues of dawn on Lake Biwa, this 18K yellow gold necklace from Yvel’s Biwa
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Yellow Gold
Yvel Biwa Flat Freshwater Coin Pearl Diamond Necklace in 18K White Gold
By Yvel
Located in Jerusalem, IL
The Biwa Collection’s delicate 18K white gold necklace artfully displays a 15 by 16 mm round flat
Category
1990s Israeli Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Yvel Biwa Freshwater Coin Pearl and Diamond Necklace in 18K White Gold
By Yvel
Located in Jerusalem, IL
Embrace minimalist elegance with this pearl pendant, featuring a 9 mm. round flat freshwater coin
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl
Keshi Pearl, Multi-Color Sapphire and 18 Karat Gold "Biwa Flower" Ring
Located in Miami, FL
"Biwa Flower" ring, designed with large keshi pearl as petals, centered by a cluster of mixed-cut
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Sapphire, Pearl, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Yvel Biwa Keshi Pearl and 0.06 ct. Diamond Stud Earrings in 18K White Gold
By Yvel
Located in Jerusalem, IL
pearls and the subtle glimmer of diamonds are a testament to Biwa’s time-honored traditions.
* 18K white
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
18K Opalized Wood Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This necklace features elongated white Biwa stick pearls paired with iridescent black peacock
Category
2010s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Pearl, Black Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Stephen Dweck Sterling Silver, Rose Quartz & Pearl Charm Bracelet
By Stephen Dweck
Located in New York, NY
various size and shape faceted rose quarts and rock crystal bead, natural biwa and fresh water pearls
Category
Early 2000s American Charm Bracelets
Materials
Quartz, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver
Biwa Pearl with Silver Clasp
Located in LA, CA
9.5X16mm 15.5 inches Biwa pearl with silver clasp
Freshwater pearls called "Biwa pearls" are
Category
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Biwa Pearls with Magnetic Clasp
Located in LA, CA
8.9X12mm 18 inches Biwa pearls with magnetic clasp
Category
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Vintage Biwa Pearl and Baroque Pearl Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
14 to 16mm.
The size of the Biwa pearls varies from 30 to 37mm.
The color of the pearls is silver
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl
Biwa Pearl with 14k Yellow Gold Fish Hook
Located in LA, CA
8.5X15 15.5 inches Biwa Pearl with 14k yellow gold fish hook
Category
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
9pieces of Biwa Pearl on 14k Gold Chain
Located in LA, CA
9pieces of Biwa pearl 8X10mm 16 inches on 14k gold chain
Category
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Biwa Pearls with 14k Yellow Gold Fish Hook
Located in LA, CA
8-9.5mmX12-13.6mm 18 inches Biwa Pearls with 14k yellow gold fish hook
Category
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Tablet Biwa Pearls with 14k White Gold Fish Hook
Located in LA, CA
12X12mm 16 inches Tablet Biwa Pearls with 14k white gold fish hook
Category
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Biwa Pearl Pendant Set in 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamonds
By Michael von Krenner
Located in Austin, TX
Biwa Pearl Pendant Set in 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamonds
This pendant is made from 14k yellow
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Biwa Pearls with 31 Pcs of Australian Pearls with 14
Located in LA, CA
19 inches 5X3.5mm Biwa Pearls with 7.3X9.8mm 31 pcs of Australian Pearls with 14k yellow gold fish
Category
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise and Biwa Pearls Approx Interlocked at the Center Can
Located in LA, CA
Turquoise and biwa pearls approx 2-2.5mm 16 inches interlocked at the center can be worn twisted or
Category
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise
Enamel 24, 22 18 Karat Yellow Gold Biwa Pearl Carnelian Herkimer Beads Necklace
Located in Melbourne, AU
karat yellow gold and set in 22 karat yellow gold. The Biwa pearl is set in 18 karat yellow gold. The
Category
Early 2000s Australian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Enamel
W 3.78 in D 0.19 in L 1.42 in
15 Strands of Biwa Pearls with Sapphire Beads and a 14k Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in LA, CA
15 strands of biwa pearls with sapphire beads and a 14k yellow gold clasp 18inches about 3mm #IP21
Category
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl
Cloisonné Enamel in 24 and 22 Karat Yellow Gold Biwa Pearl Brooch
Located in Melbourne, AU
with 24 Karat Yellow Gold and an unusual Biwa pearl is incorporated as part of the design. Bezel set in
Category
2010s Australian Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Pink Biwa Pearls Amethist Beads 6 strand Necklace, by Sylvia Gottwald
By Sylvia Gottwald
Located in Washington DC, DC
This is a Biwa Pearl Necklace.Pearls are the only gems created by a living organism, the oyster
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Titanium
Double Biwa Pearl and Diamond 14 Karat Gold Pendant and 14 Karat Gold Chain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom designed 14k yellow gold pendant with twinned single freshwater pearl measuring 25.08x21.20
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold
Austro-Hungarian Enamel Multi Gem Brooch
Located in San Francisco, CA
A feast for the eyes! This brooch is gold gilt over sterling silver... setting Biwa pearls, mother
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Brooches
Materials
Garnet, Oriental Pearl, Pearl, Gilt Metal, Sterling Silver
Double Biwa Freshwater Pearl and Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very Unique 14K yellow gold custom ring with single twinned freshwater pearl measuring
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold
SYLVIA GOTTWALD, Pearl and Sapphire Necklace
By Sylvia Gottwald
Located in Washington DC, DC
Silver magnetic clasp. Biwa stick Pearls Necklace with Sapphire spacer beads with diameter of app. 4-5 mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Sapphire, Zircon, Silver
Van Gogh Rosebush Necklace 'Pearls, 18k Gold'
By Larissa Moraes
Located in asa norte, BR
Gold 18K
Freshwater Biwa button pearls
Handmade and polished finish
Awards
- President’s Trophy
Category
2010s Brazilian Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold
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Biwa Pearl For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the biwa pearl you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Silver — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 17 vintage editions and 20 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect biwa 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. Creating a biwa pearl has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Karen Sugarman Designs, Seaman Schepps and Christopher Walling are consistently popular. A biwa pearl can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 32 Pearl versions can add an especially stylish touch. 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 uncut and bead alternatives. When shopping for a biwa pearl, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.
How Much is a Biwa Pearl?
On average, a biwa pearl at 1stDibs sells for $2,400, while they’re typically $250 on the low end and $15,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
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 Biwa Pearl
- What is a Biwa baroque pearl?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Baroque pearls are pearls with an irregular, non-spherical shape. They are sometimes called Biwa baroque pearls because of their discovery in Lake Biwa, Japan. Baroque pearls are coveted for their uniqueness as no two baroque pearls are alike. Baroque pearls are long and round with dips along the surface. Shop a wide range of baroque pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.