Seed Pearl Tassel
Mid-20th Century Arts and Crafts Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Chandelier Earrings
Pearl, Enamel
Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Late Victorian Brooches
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Mid-20th Century Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Early 2000s Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century American Court Gowns
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Platinum
2010s American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Cuff Bracelets
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, Natural Pearl
Vintage 1920s American More Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique 1880s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Natural Pearl, 15k Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, White Gold
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Ruby, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
Antique 1880s Unknown Late Victorian Drop Earrings
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Onyx, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1920s Chain Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown High Victorian More Objets d'Art and V...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Drop Earrings
Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Silver
Vintage 1950s More Necklaces
Pearl
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Dangle Earrings
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Emerald, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s American Dangle Earrings
Onyx, Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, White Gold
Antique 1830s French Victorian Drop Earrings
Pearl, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Link Bracelets
Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum
2010s American Revival Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Onyx, Sterling Silver, White Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Collectible Jewelry
Enamel, Gold
2010s Unknown Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White ...
Late 20th Century Indian Dangle Earrings
Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
20th Century North American Trunks and Luggage
Crystal
20th Century American Boxes and Cases
Crystal
Vintage 1930s American Drop Earrings
Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
Antique 1880s Victorian Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco More Necklaces
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Natural Pearl
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
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Seed Pearl Tassel For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Seed Pearl Tassel?
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.
- 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.