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Today we’re going to spend some time with some of our favorites pieces of Art Deco pearl jewelry. Why? Why not! Also, though, because it is both a classic vintage gem ideal for brides, as well as the third June birthstone we’ll be featuring on the site (after previously discussing art deco moonstone jewelry as well as art deco alexandrite jewelry.)Art Deco Pearl Engagement Ring from Michellia Designs
Pearls are the only gemstones made by living creatures, and come in a wide variety of types (and price points!). The rarest pearls are “natural” and made without human interference. The majority of pearls sold today are cultured, and therefore easier to create and obtain, and so more affordable.
Both types are beautiful, as well as delicate and soft, ranging between 2.5 and 4.5 on the Mohs scale. We’ll be showcasing both cultured and natural pearls in our feature today. First up we have this stunning piece, featuring a large, natural golden pearl from the South Seas:
Updated for 2020, some gorgeous Art Deco moonstone jewelry to ooh and ahh over. Moonstone is one of three June birthstones (the other two June birthstone pics, Pearl and Alexandrite already got their own posts). Moonstone was a favorite of the Art Nouveau and ’20s eras. From GIA: According to Hindu mythology, moonstone is …
Not all of us are blessed with a treasure trove of beautiful heirloom jewelry, passed down to us from our fabulously wealthy and stylish great-grandmothers. Not everyone can just reach into their closet and pull out the perfect true vintage art deco brooch, or flapper pearls to make the outfit sing. What’s a vintage-loving girl …
Up today, we’re featuring gorgeous vintage peridot jewelry, one of August’s THREE(!) birthstones and a shimmering green delight. First up, this peridot and pearl beauty, circa 1920: Next, we’ve got to share this sparkling minty lime green treat, found amongst other vintage peridot treasures at Etsy: Absolutely stunning. On the opposite end of the …
We’ve got a tag on Deco Weddings called my preciousss, and it’s just for pieces like this: an incredible vintage 1920s aquamarine pendant, sparkling and glittering and glamouring its way into our hearts like… Um. WANT NOW PLEASE. GIVE. MINE. That’s a 25 carat emerald cut aquamarine (March’s birthstone!) in a dazzling platinum and diamond …
Art Deco Pearl Jewelry | June Birthstone
This post includes one or more affiliate links. If you purchase something after clicking through, we may receive a small commission from the designer, retailer or shop (thanks!) More info here.
Today we’re going to spend some time with some of our favorites pieces of Art Deco pearl jewelry. Why? Why not! Also, though, because it is both a classic vintage gem ideal for brides, as well as the third June birthstone we’ll be featuring on the site (after previously discussing art deco moonstone jewelry as well as art deco alexandrite jewelry.)
Pearls are the only gemstones made by living creatures, and come in a wide variety of types (and price points!). The rarest pearls are “natural” and made without human interference. The majority of pearls sold today are cultured, and therefore easier to create and obtain, and so more affordable.
Both types are beautiful, as well as delicate and soft, ranging between 2.5 and 4.5 on the Mohs scale. We’ll be showcasing both cultured and natural pearls in our feature today. First up we have this stunning piece, featuring a large, natural golden pearl from the South Seas:
Below you’ll find some beauties from an earlier version of this post that might by now be sold – still gorgeous enough to enjoy!
Breathtaking antique Cartier pearl necklace.
Elegant art deco pearl and diamond earrings.
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