Bold In Gold, These Chunky Pearl Jewels Are Holiday-Ready

Pearls are, in many ways, immune to trends. No matter what metal is the hottest, which gemstones are experiencing a high, or whether we’re making statements via curated jewelry layering or maximalist pieces, a classic strand of pearls will always be a staple.

Of course, no matter how timeless certain pearl pieces are, that doesn’t make pearls immune from appearing in trends. Despite a rise in two-tone jewels and even sterling silver, we’re still very much in our gold era. The price of gold only makes the heavy, chunkier gold pieces more exclusive, and for those shoppers that can afford the splurge, they like that. What better status symbol right now than a generously sized piece of gold? And topped with a pearl? Like the cherry on top of an elite sundae.

Some of our recent favorites—many of which happen to be rings—are below. Consider these for those holiday shoppers looking to make a statement this season, and definitely for gift-givers looking to win major points.

Nacre ring in 18k yellow gold with Japanese akoya saltwater pearls, $6,700; HOWL

Cocktail ring in 18k yellow gold with oval South Sea pearl, price on request; Assael

Sunbeam ring in 14k yellow gold with pearl and diamonds, $5,160; M. Spalten

Globe ring in 14k yellow gold with 9 mm pearl, $1,988; Grace Lee

Huggie earrings in 14k yellow gold with pearls, $850; EF Collection

Double line Curva ring in 18k yellow gold with golden South Sea pearl, $8,000; Vanessa Fernández

Ring in 14k yellow gold with freshwater pearl and diamonds, $4,165; Effy Jewelry

Top: One-of-a-kind Starburst ring in 14k yellow gold with pearl and pavé diamonds, $10,040; Jacquie Aiche