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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:
Time once again to celebrate some of our favorite gemstones, and today’s featured beauty is February birthstone AMETHYST! Come join us as we ooh and ahh over some spectacular art deco amethyst jewelry, won’t you? But first, a primer: The name “amethyst” derives from the Greek amethystos, which means “a remedy against drunkenness,” a benefit long ascribed to …
Take a look at this beauty: a diamond and sapphire art deco engagement ring from Fay Cullen. Classic 20’s style, with an emerald cut diamond at the center and a contrasting cornflower blue frame of art deco sapphire baguettes. Pretty, pretty, pretty! (image via Fay Cullen Estate Jewelry)
Those of us born in December may have to battle the holiday season for a little bday attention of our own, but at least we’re lucky enough to have not one, not two, but three “official” birthstones: Zircon, Turquoise and Tanzanite. All three are various shades of blue (ideal for brides in the market for their …
Today we’re featuring the crystal blue hues of some stunning vintage pieces of art deco aquamarine jewelry. Not only the birthstone for March (happy birthday Marchies!), aquamarine is also the ideal ‘Something Blue’ stone for a bride: versatile, elegant and available in a variety of price points. First up we’ve got this spectacular emerald cut …
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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