Pearl jewelry is considered by many to be something of a classic—so much so that at one time, a strand of pearls was the quintessential everyday piece of jewelry for many middle class American women.

Jewelry by Zoë Chicco in 14K gold includes prong diamond and baroque pearl wire earrings, $950; pearl and pavé diamond angled ...

Jean Ghika, Head of Jewelry in the UK and Europe of Bonhams, which sells more jewelry than any other auction house, notes: “Pearls were once seen as a bit dated – perhaps the preserve of an older ...

Use our step-by-step guide to safely and effectively keep your pearl pieces shining. Pearls are some of the most valuable and stylish gems on earth. They're unique, one-of-a-kind, and comprise some of ...